“Let us see then whether by an illustration used by the apostle in the epistle to the Hebrews, we are able to prove that by one operation God has mercy upon one while he hardens another. It is not God's intent to harden, but while having a good purpose, hardening follows as a result of the inherent principle of wickedn…”
Origen of Alexandria, 3th c. — ON FIRST PRINCIPLES 3.1.10
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8But that which beareth thorns and briers is rejected, and is nigh unto cursing; whose end is to be burned.
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6If they shall fall away, to renew them again unto repentance; seeing they crucify to themselves the Son of God afresh, and put him to an open shame.
7For the earth which drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and bringeth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing from God:
— Hebrews 6:8 —
9But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak.
10For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.