--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Do not fear those who kill the body but…" description: "\"“Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell” (Matthew 10:28).”..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cba/tim-lahaye-2446_fear_do-not-fear-those-who-kill-the-body-but_2189194.png" --- # Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the… ![“Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell” (Matthew 10:28).” quote by Tim LaHaye](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cba/tim-lahaye-2446_fear_do-not-fear-those-who-kill-the-body-but_2189194.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cba/tim-lahaye-2446_fear_do-not-fear-those-who-kill-the-body-but_2189194.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/cba/tim-lahaye-2446_fear_do-not-fear-those-who-kill-the-body-but_2189194.png) > ““Do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell” (Matthew 10:28).”” [Tim LaHaye](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/tim-lahaye/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Fear the ultimate judgment that can affect both body and soul, not merely physical threats. **In simple terms:** Fear divine judgment, not mortal danger. Key Takeaway Prioritize spiritual integrity. Themes faith mortality judgment Mood serious reflective Type scriptural philosophical When to use this quote - life decisions - ethical choices - spiritual reflection Key Concepts theology eternal consequences Questions to Reflect On - How do you balance worldly concerns with spiritual accountability? - What does true courage look like in the face of eternal consequences? A Different Perspective Human beings can avoid physical harm but not divine accountability. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Fear](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/fear/) ## Related quotes > [“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/francis-chan/do-not-be-afraid-of-those-who-kill-the-body-but-cannot-kill-the-soul/) [Francis Chan](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/francis-chan/) > [“The NRA was laying down its weapons. Yankee fans were rooting for the Boston Red Sox. 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