Hebrews 10:27
Hebrews 10:27 in Multiple Translations
but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries.
But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.
but a certain fearful expectation of judgment, and a fierceness of fire which shall devour the adversaries.
But only a great fear of being judged, and of the fire of wrath which will be the destruction of the haters of God.
All that's left is fear, expecting the impending judgment and the terrible fire that destroys those who are hostile to God.
But a fearefull looking for of iudgement, and violent fire, which shall deuoure the aduersaries.
but a certain fearful looking for of judgment, and fiery zeal, about to devour the opposers;
but a certain fearful expectation of judgment, and a fierceness of fire which will devour the adversaries.
But a certain fearful apprehension of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.
But a certain dreadful expectation of judgment, and the rage of a fire which shall consume the adversaries.
Instead, we must fearfully expect that God will judge and angrily punish his enemies in a furious fire [MET].
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Greek Word Reference — Hebrews 10:27
Study Notes — Hebrews 10:27
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- Hebrews 10:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Hebrews 10:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Hebrews 10:27
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
- Cambridge Bible on Hebrews 10:27
- Barnes' Notes on Hebrews 10:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
- Sermons on Hebrews 10:27
Context — A Call to Persevere
27but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries.
28Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. 29How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace?Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 26:11 | O LORD, Your hand is upraised, but they do not see it. They will see Your zeal for Your people and be put to shame. The fire set for Your enemies will consume them! |
| 2 | Hebrews 2:3 | how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? This salvation was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard Him, |
| 3 | Zephaniah 1:18 | Neither their silver nor their gold will be able to deliver them on the Day of the LORD’s wrath. The whole earth will be consumed by the fire of His jealousy.” For indeed, He will make a sudden end of all who dwell on the earth. |
| 4 | Hebrews 12:25 | See to it that you do not refuse Him who speaks. For if the people did not escape when they refused Him who warned them on earth, how much less will we escape if we reject Him who warns us from heaven? |
| 5 | Hebrews 9:27 | Just as man is appointed to die once, and after that to face judgment, |
| 6 | Matthew 13:50 | and throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. |
| 7 | Nahum 1:2 | The LORD is a jealous and avenging God; the LORD is avenging and full of wrath. The LORD takes vengeance on His foes and reserves wrath for His enemies. |
| 8 | Revelation 20:15 | And if anyone was found whose name was not written in the Book of Life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. |
| 9 | Matthew 8:29 | “What do You want with us, Son of God?” they shouted. “Have You come here to torture us before the appointed time?” |
| 10 | Matthew 3:12 | His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather His wheat into the barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.” |
Hebrews 10:27 Summary
[Hebrews 10:27 is a warning to those who know God's truth but choose to sin anyway - it's a reminder that God's judgment is real and frightening, like a raging fire that consumes everything in its path (as seen in Isaiah 66:24). If we keep sinning on purpose after we know the truth, we can't expect God to just forgive us and make everything okay - instead, we should be afraid of His judgment, as mentioned in Romans 2:5. This verse is not meant to scare us, but to encourage us to live holy lives and to help our fellow believers do the same, as seen in Hebrews 10:25 and 1 Peter 1:17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to have a 'fearful expectation of judgment' in Hebrews 10:27?
This phrase refers to the terrifying prospect of facing God's judgment for deliberately sinning against Him, as seen in Hebrews 10:26, and is reinforced by other scriptures such as Romans 2:5, which speaks of the day of God's wrath.
Is the 'raging fire' mentioned in Hebrews 10:27 a literal fire or a metaphor?
The 'raging fire' is likely a metaphor for God's intense judgment and wrath, similar to the imagery used in Isaiah 66:24 and Revelation 20:15, where fire represents the severity of God's punishment.
Who are the 'adversaries' that will be consumed by the 'raging fire'?
The 'adversaries' refer to those who oppose God and refuse to repent, as seen in Psalm 21:8-10 and Matthew 25:41, where the wicked are punished for their rebellion against God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of eternal security?
Hebrews 10:27 suggests that those who deliberately sin against God after knowing the truth will face judgment, which implies that their salvation is not secure, as supported by other verses such as 2 Peter 2:20-21 and Hebrews 6:4-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I may be 'deliberately sinning' against God, and how can I repent and turn back to Him?
- How does the prospect of God's judgment and wrath motivate me to live a holy life, as seen in 1 Peter 1:17?
- In what ways can I 'encourage one another' as mentioned in Hebrews 10:25, to help my fellow believers avoid the 'fearful expectation of judgment'?
- What does it mean for me to 'receive the knowledge of the truth' as mentioned in Hebrews 10:26, and how should this knowledge impact my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on Hebrews 10:27
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Hebrews 10:27
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
Trapp's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
Ellicott's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
Cambridge Bible on Hebrews 10:27
Barnes' Notes on Hebrews 10:27
Whedon's Commentary on Hebrews 10:27
Sermons on Hebrews 10:27
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Christ the Savior From the Tempest. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on the account of the disciples' desperate plea to Jesus during a violent storm at sea, emphasizing their sense of imminent danger and their faith in Christ's ab |
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I Am Sent to Thee With Heavy Tidings by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of delivering both the heavy and good tidings of God's message, as exemplified in the story of Jeroboam and the old prophet. He warns that sin |
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Luke 16:19 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of memory in our lives, illustrating how it can be both a blessing and a burden. He discusses the complexities of memory, including the impa |
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Numbers 35:11 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of the Cities of Refuge as a foreshadowing of Christ, illustrating how these cities provided safety for those who accidentally killed someon |
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Notes (From the August 1888 Sword and Trowel) by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon reflects on the life and legacy of Joseph Tritton, a man of deep faith and commitment to evangelical teachings, whose hymns and service to the Baptist Missionary Soci |
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Despair by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks preaches about the despair that accompanies eternal damnation, emphasizing that the wicked are imprisoned in hell due to their inability to pay the price for their si |
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Fear Not, You Worm Jacob! by John Piper | John Piper preaches on Isaiah 41:14, emphasizing that God's people should not be fearful but have contrite courageous confidence in Him. The text reveals that God's people are in t |






