Punished Quote by Jonathan Edwards
““But they that evil entreat Christ’s faithful ministers, especially in that wherein they are faithful, shall be severely punished: Matt. x. 14, 15, “And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet. Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for the sinners of Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of judgment, than for that city.””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 10, Verses 14-15
Rejecting those who reject your message brings severe judgment, harsher than that for notorious sinners.
In simple terms: Ignoring the message leads to harsher punishment.
Key Takeaway
Be diligent in sharing truth.
Themes
faith
judgment
missionary work
Mood
serious
solemn
Type
biblical
didactic
When to use this quote
- preaching
- evangelism
- personal outreach
- church planting
Key Concepts
Christian doctrine
spiritual responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance compassion with firmness?
- What are the risks of harsh judgment?
A Different Perspective
Severe punishment may deter sincere believers from sharing.
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