John 3:18-21

He who believes in him is not condemned; but he who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.

Romans 1:28

And since they did not see fit to retain the knowledge of God, God gave them over to a base mind, to do what ought not to be done.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Bible References

But

John 3:18
He who believes in him is not condemned; but he who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.
Romans 1:28
And since they did not see fit to retain the knowledge of God, God gave them over to a base mind, to do what ought not to be done.