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There is not a man or woman, who violates the covenants…

“There is not a man or woman, who violates the covenants made with their God, that will not be required to pay the debt. The blood of Christ will never wipe that out, your own blood must atone for it . . .” quote by Brigham Young
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“There is not a man or woman, who violates the covenants made with their God, that will not be required to pay the debt. The blood of Christ will never wipe that out, your own blood must atone for it . . .”

Brigham Young

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Violating divine covenants incurs a debt that only personal atonement can settle; Christ’s sacrifice does not absolve personal responsibility.

In simple terms: Breaking God’s promises creates a debt that must be paid by the sinner.

Key Takeaway

Take responsibility for your own sins.

Themes

faith responsibility atonement

Mood

solemn reflective

Type

theological moral

When to use this quote

  • marriage vows
  • business contracts
  • personal moral failures

Key Concepts

covenant theology personal accountability

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you rely on external forgiveness or personal repentance?
  • How does this view affect accountability?
A Different Perspective

A belief that Christ’s atonement covers all can lead to moral complacency.

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