Hebrews 6:4-12

4For it is impossible in the case of those who have once been enlightened, tasted the heavenly gift, become partakers of the Holy Spirit,

5tasted the good word of God and the miracles of the coming age,

6and then have committed apostasy, to renew them again to repentance, since they are crucifying the Son of God for themselves all over again and holding him up to contempt.

7For the ground that has soaked up the rain that frequently falls on it and yields useful vegetation for those who tend it receives a blessing from God.

8But if it produces thorns and thistles, it is useless and about to be cursed; its fate is to be burned.

9But in your case, dear friends, even though we speak like this, we are convinced of better things relating to salvation.

10For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love you have demonstrated for his name, in having served and continuing to serve the saints.

11But we passionately want each of you to demonstrate the same eagerness for the fulfillment of your hope until the end,

12so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and perseverance inherit the promises.