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The concept of being "cheered" in the Bible often relates to the experience of joy, encouragement, and comfort that comes from God, His promises, and His presence. This theme is woven throughout Scripture, illustrating how God's people find solace and strength in Him amidst life's challenges.
Old Testament ReferencesIn the Old Testament, the idea of being cheered is frequently associated with God's deliverance and provision. For instance, in the Psalms, David often speaks of finding joy and encouragement in God's faithfulness.
Psalm 28:7 states, "The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song." Here, the psalmist expresses how trust in the Lord results in a heart that is cheered and filled with gratitude.
The book of Nehemiah also highlights the theme of being cheered through the joy of the Lord.
Nehemiah 8:10 says, "Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength." This passage occurs during a time of renewal and rebuilding for the Israelites, emphasizing that divine joy provides the encouragement needed to persevere.
New Testament ReferencesIn the New Testament, Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of cheer and encouragement for believers. In
John 16:33 , Jesus tells His disciples, "I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!" Here, Jesus acknowledges the reality of trials but offers His victory as the reason for believers to be cheered and courageous.
The Apostle Paul also speaks to the theme of being cheered through the comfort and encouragement found in Christ. In
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 , Paul writes, "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God." This passage highlights the reciprocal nature of divine comfort, where believers are cheered by God and, in turn, cheer others.
Practical ImplicationsThe biblical concept of being cheered is not merely an emotional uplift but is deeply rooted in the spiritual realities of God's presence and promises. Believers are encouraged to find their cheer in the assurance of God's sovereignty, the hope of salvation, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. This cheer is both a personal experience and a communal one, as Christians are called to encourage one another, as seen in
Hebrews 10:24-25 : "And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds. Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
In summary, the biblical theme of being cheered encompasses the joy, encouragement, and comfort that come from a relationship with God. It is a profound reminder of the strength and hope found in Him, enabling believers to face life's challenges with a heart full of cheer.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Cheer.
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Another Mode of Justification
... Thus, therefore, we teach that man is justified, as we have above said, when conscience,
terrified by the preaching of repentance, ischeered and believes that...
Looking unto Jesus
... Why need you blush to be as much dishonored as your Master? It was this
thought thatcheered the martyrs of old. They that fought...
Christ's Estimate of his People
... When Christ went to his cross there was one thing thatcheered him even in the
agonies of death, it was the thought of his people's love....
Manasseh
... battle. When the troops of the ungodly went to war against the God of the
whole earth, Manasseh led the vanguard andcheered them on....
Beloved, and yet Afflicted
... vile no longer. Some Christians are greatlycheered by the thought of living
till the Lord comes, and so escaping death. I confess...
Give us Today Our Needful Bread
... to men but also to divine powers, either for their benefit or for the exhibition
of their most nourishing acquisitions, the angels beingcheered and nourished...
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... You know, beloved, the Holy Spirit is the great Comforter, and he it is who alone
can solace the saints if their hearts be reallycheered; but he uses...
Faith and Courage.
... After Moses had gone, we read that three times in one chapter God said to Joshua:
"Be of good courage." Godcheered his servant; "There shall not any man be...
Jesus and the Bethany Sisters.
... temptation, and hardship, carrying burdens too heavy for them, pouring out their
love in unselfish serving of others, and yet are scarcely evercheered by a...
The Best Friend
... they did not talk like that, for he was their best friend; and he who was such a
Friend to the dear old man whom you can never forget, he whocheered the heart...
Thesaurus
Cheered (5 Occurrences)...Cheered (5 Occurrences). Acts 2:26 because of this was my heart
cheered, and my
tongue was glad, and yet -- my flesh also shall rest on hope, (YLT).
...Cheer (22 Occurrences)
... me. (WEB KJV ASV WBS YLT). Acts 27:36 Then they allcheered up, and they
also took food. (Root in WEB KJV ASV WBS YLT). Colossians...
Encouraged (37 Occurrences)
... he came into Greece. (WEB WEY). Acts 27:36 Then they allcheered up, and
they also took food. (See NAS RSV NIV). Acts 28:15 Meanwhile...
Welded (1 Occurrence)
... Colossians 2:2 in order that their hearts may becheered, they themselves being
welded together in love and enjoying all the advantages of a reasonable...
Titus (15 Occurrences)
... 18). He rejoined the apostle when he was in Macedonia, andcheered him
with the tidings he brought from Corinth (7:6-15). After...
Reasonable (6 Occurrences)
... Colossians 2:2 in order that their hearts may becheered, they themselves being
welded together in love and enjoying all the advantages of a reasonable...
Enjoying (9 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Colossians 2:2 in order that their hearts may becheered, they themselves
being welded together in love and enjoying all the advantages of a reasonable...
David (1052 Occurrences)
... He played before the king so skilfully that Saul was greatlycheered, and
began to entertain great affection for the young shepherd....
Permits (6 Occurrences)
... Philippians 2:19 But, if the Lord permits it, I hope before long to send Timothy
to you, that I, in turn, may becheered by getting news of you. (WEY)....
Certainty (23 Occurrences)
... Colossians 2:2 in order that their hearts may becheered, they themselves being
welded together in love and enjoying all the advantages of a reasonable...
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