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Originally Posted by Raptor
Does that sound like just a "loss of rewards",,...or losing the playoffs?
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To be sure, the example of a sporting event loss was a weak, temporal metaphor at best . . . just meant to make a point that anguish is felt by simply loosing a reward. And there is also shame possible (as you allude to) as 1st John 2:28 says,
"So now, little children, remain in Him, so that when He appears we may have boldness and not be ashamed before Him at His coming."
Whatever happens on the negative side, it certainly won't be good or pleasant. I just believe that there is not outright wrath upon believers, therefore, not "punishment" per se.