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NASB | Hebrews 6:4 For in the case of those who have once been enlightened and have tasted of the heavenly gift and have been made partakers of the Holy Spirit, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Hebrews 6:4 For [it is impossible to restore to repentance] those who have once been enlightened [spiritually] and who have tasted and consciously experienced the heavenly gift and have shared in the Holy Spirit, |
Subject: what does Hebrews 6v4-6 mean? |
Bible Note: "Impossible" is used three other times in the Book of Hebrews. It is impossible for the blood of animals to take away sin (10:4), for God to lie (v. 18), and for anyone to please God without faith (11:6). Here it is impossible to renew those who have fallen away from the faith (v.6).To tell you the truth, the "idea" of the possibility of a Christian 'losing their salvation' doesn't sit well with me, even though I am an Arminian in thought. However, I'm more inclined to go with Ryrie's (in my previous post on this thread) option #1 more than option #2, since a person who confesses Christ (but is not saved in the heart) may 'fall away' and go after things of this world like I did in my own life. However, now that I know Him in my heart as well, I am without excuse!! Therefore, if I renounce Christ now (which will never happen!!), then I can see where this verse may apply to me, giving me a very strict warning! But if you live by the Spirit, then you want to follow God with all your heart, mind and strength in total abandonment to His will.Sources: NKJV Nelson Study Bible, Harper-Collins Anotated NRSV Study Bible |