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The term "incurs" is not directly found in the text of the Bible; however, the concept of incurring consequences, particularly in relation to sin and disobedience, is a prevalent theme throughout Scripture. The idea of incurring something often implies bringing upon oneself a particular outcome, usually as a result of one's actions or decisions.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the Israelites frequently incurred the consequences of their disobedience to God's commandments. For instance, in
Deuteronomy 28, God outlines the blessings for obedience and the curses for disobedience. The Israelites were warned that if they did not obey the Lord, they would incur various curses, including defeat by enemies, disease, and exile.
Deuteronomy 28:15 states, "But if you do not obey the LORD your God by carefully following all His commandments and statutes I am giving you today, all these curses will come upon you and overtake you."
The concept of incurring guilt or punishment is also evident in the sacrificial system.
Leviticus 5:17 addresses unintentional sin: "If someone sins and violates any of the LORD’s commandments even though he was unaware, he is guilty and shall bear his iniquity." Here, the individual incurs guilt and must make restitution through a guilt offering.
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the idea of incurring consequences is often linked to the spiritual realm and eternal outcomes.
Romans 6:23 succinctly states, "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." This verse highlights the ultimate consequence of sin—death, both physical and spiritual—while also pointing to the redemptive gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ.
The Apostle Paul frequently warns believers about incurring judgment through sinful behavior. In
1 Corinthians 11:27-29 , Paul cautions against partaking in the Lord's Supper in an unworthy manner: "Therefore, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Each one must examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body eats and drinks judgment on himself."
Theological ImplicationsFrom a theological perspective, the concept of incurring consequences is deeply tied to the justice and holiness of God. God's nature demands that sin be addressed and that justice be served. However, the Bible also reveals God's mercy and grace, offering redemption and forgiveness through Jesus Christ. Believers are encouraged to live in obedience to God's Word, understanding that their actions have both temporal and eternal implications.
The principle of sowing and reaping, as articulated in
Galatians 6:7-8 , further underscores the idea of incurring consequences: "Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life."
In summary, while the specific term "incurs" may not appear in the biblical text, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God and the reality of consequences for one's actions.
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Whether a PersonIncurs Excommunication for Communicating with one...
... OF COMMUNICATION WITH EXCOMMUNICATED PERSONS (THREE ARTICLES) Whether a personincurs
excommunication for communicating with one who is excommunicated?...
Whether Every SinIncurs a Debt of Eternal Punishment?
... OF THE DEBT OF PUNISHMENT (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether every sinincurs a debt
of eternal punishment? Objection 1: It would seem that...
Whether any SinIncurs a Debt of Eternal Punishment?
... OF THE DEBT OF PUNISHMENT (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether any sinincurs a debt
of eternal punishment? Objection 1: It would seem that...
Whether SinIncurs a Debt of Punishment Infinite in Quantity?
... OF THE DEBT OF PUNISHMENT (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether sinincurs a debt of
punishment infinite in quantity? Objection 1: It would seem...
Whether Children Should Suffer any Loss through Being Illegitimate...
... that, A person is said to incur a loss for some cause in two ways: First, because
he is deprived of his due, and thus an illegitimate childincurs no loss....
Of the Debt of Punishment (Eight Articles)
... (3) Whether any sinincurs a debt of eternal punishment? (4) Whether sin
incurs a debt of punishment that is infinite in quantity?...
Whether the Debt of Punishment is an Effect of Sin?
... work evil is to sin. Therefore sinincurs a punishment which is signified
by the words "tribulation and anguish.". I answer that, It...
Whether a Man Can Rise from Sin Without the Help of Grace
... We have already shown that a manincurs a threefold loss through sin, namely, the
stain on the soul, the corruption of natural good, and the debt of punishment...
Whether a Second Marriage is Lawful?
... Objection 4: Further, no oneincurs a penalty save for sin. Now a personincurs
the penalty of irregularity on account of being married twice....
Whether the Debt of Punishment Remains after the Guilt Has Been...
... than the sin of Adam. Now, by sinning, manincurs at the same time guilt
and the debt of punishment. Much more therefore, by the...
Thesaurus
Incurs (2 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Incurs (2 Occurrences). Proverbs 9:7 He who gives
teaching to a man of pride gets shame for himself; he
...Indebted (4 Occurrences)
Wage (39 Occurrences)
... 7. (vi) To bind one's self; to engage. 8. (vt) That which is staked or ventured;
that for which oneincurs risk or danger; prize; gage....
Infamy (8 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) That loss of character, or public disgrace, which a convictincurs, and
by which he is at common law rendered incompetent as a witness....
Incurring (2 Occurrences)
Menahem (8 Occurrences)
... On this account, like them, heincurs the heavy censure of the historian. W. Shaw
Caldecott. Multi-Version Concordance Menahem (8 Occurrences)....
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