2 Peter 2:4
2 Peter 2:4
For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness.
The casting of angels into chains of darkness highlights the seriousness of divine judgment, even upon those who once stood close to God. It is a cautionary tale about the consequences of pride and rebellion, reminding believers of the importance of humility and obedience. This act of judgment upon angels serves as a powerful example of God’s intolerance toward sin, no matter the being’s former position. For believers, it emphasizes the need to live a life of submission to God’s will, avoiding paths of pride and defiance. It’s a call to humility, to recognize that our strength and purpose are found in God alone. By choosing obedience and reverence, believers remain within God’s protective embrace, experiencing His blessings and guidance. This passage inspires a life of commitment to God’s holiness and purpose.
Proverbs 15:11
Hell and destruction are before the Lord how much more then the hearts of the children of men.
Psalm 16:10
For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption.
Mark 9:43
It is better for thee to enter into life halt or maimed, rather than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched.
Revelation 20:10
And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone.