Hebrews 12:7 akjv — If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not?

American King James Version

"If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not? "

— Hebrews 12:7, American King James Version

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Hebrews 12 — Context

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You have not yet resisted to blood, striving against sin.

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And you have forgotten the exhortation which speaks to you as to children, My son, despise not you the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when you are rebuked of him:

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For whom the Lord loves he chastens, and whips every son whom he receives.

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If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not?

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But if you be without chastisement, whereof all are partakers, then are you bastards, and not sons.

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Furthermore we have had fathers of our flesh which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: shall we not much rather be in subjection to the Father of spirits, and live?

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For they truly for a few days chastened us after their own pleasure; but he for our profit, that we might be partakers of his holiness.

Hebrews 12:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Hebrews 12:7 say?
Hebrews 12:7 in the American King James Version reads: “If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not? ”
Where is Hebrews 12:7 in the Bible?
Hebrews 12:7 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Hebrews, chapter 12, verse 7.
Who wrote Hebrews?
Hebrews is traditionally attributed to Anonymous. Authorship has been debated since the earliest centuries — candidates include Paul, Apollos, Barnabas, Luke, and Priscilla. The letter itself is anonymous and the most honest answer is that we do not know. It was written c. AD 60–70.
What is the book of Hebrews about?
Hebrews is a sermon-letter showing that everything in the Old Covenant — priests, sacrifices, the tabernacle — pointed to Jesus, who is "better" in every way. It calls a tired church to draw near with confidence, hold fast their hope, and run the race set before them.
What are the major themes of Hebrews?
Hebrews explores themes including Supremacy of Christ, New Covenant, Priesthood, Faith, Perseverance. These themes shape the meaning and context of Hebrews 12:7.
What translation should I read Hebrews 12:7 in?
Hebrews 12:7 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Hebrews 12:7?
Hebrews 12:7 reads (AKJV): “If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is he whom the father chastens not? ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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