They are already under a sentence of condemnation to hell…
““They are already under a sentence of condemnation to hell. They don’t only justly deserve to be cast down thither, but the sentence of the law of God, that eternal and immutable rule of righteousness that God has fixed between him and mankind, is gone out against them, and stands against them; so that they are bound over already to hell: John iii. 18, “He that believeth not is condemned already.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Humanity is condemned by divine law unless they believe; salvation is conditional on faith.
In simple terms: Faith determines salvation.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genuine faith.
Themes
theology
salvation
condemnation
faith
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious preaching
- personal introspection
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
predestination
divine justice
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you believe faith alone saves?
- How does this view affect moral responsibility?
A Different Perspective
May overlook nuance of moral agency.