Matthew 10:28
Matthew 10:28
And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.
This passage about fearing the one who has power over the soul speaks to the reverence and respect due to God alone. While people can harm the body, it is God who holds authority over both body and soul, making Him the ultimate judge. This call to fear God is not about terror but about recognizing His supreme authority and the eternal impact of our relationship with Him. It is a reminder to prioritize spiritual health over physical concerns, trusting in God’s wisdom and guidance. By acknowledging His authority, believers find peace, knowing they are under His protection. This reverence for God fosters a life rooted in faith and obedience, avoiding the pitfalls of worldly fear. It reminds us to trust in His sovereignty, knowing that a life aligned with His will leads to eternal peace and fulfillment.
Matthew 16:18
And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.
Matthew 8:12
But the children of the kingdom shall be cast out into outer darkness there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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.
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.