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In the context of the Bible, the term "concerned" often relates to the feelings of care, anxiety, or responsibility that individuals may experience in various situations. The Scriptures provide numerous examples and teachings on how believers should handle concerns, emphasizing trust in God and the importance of prayer.
Biblical Examples of Concern:1.
Martha's Concern for Hospitality: In the New Testament, Martha is depicted as being concerned with the duties of hospitality. In
Luke 10:40-42 , Martha is described as "distracted with much serving," and she approaches Jesus, saying, "Lord, do You not care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Tell her to help me." Jesus responds, "Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, but only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her." This passage highlights the importance of prioritizing spiritual matters over worldly concerns.
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Paul's Concern for the Churches: The Apostle Paul frequently expressed his concern for the well-being and spiritual growth of the early Christian communities. In
2 Corinthians 11:28 , Paul writes, "Apart from these external trials, I face daily the pressure of my concern for all the churches." His concern was rooted in a deep sense of responsibility and love for the believers, demonstrating the pastoral care expected of church leaders.
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Jesus' Concern for the Multitudes: Jesus Himself showed concern for the physical and spiritual needs of the people. In
Matthew 9:36 , it is written, "When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd." Jesus' concern led Him to teach, heal, and ultimately sacrifice Himself for humanity's salvation.
Teachings on Handling Concerns:1.
Trust in God: The Bible encourages believers to place their trust in God rather than being overwhelmed by concerns. In
Philippians 4:6-7 , Paul advises, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." This passage underscores the importance of prayer and reliance on God's peace.
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Casting Burdens on the Lord:Psalm 55:22 instructs, "Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken." This verse reassures believers that God is willing and able to support them through their concerns.
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Seeking First the Kingdom of God: In
Matthew 6:33-34 , Jesus teaches, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own." This teaching encourages believers to focus on spiritual priorities, trusting that God will provide for their needs.
Conclusion:The Bible provides a comprehensive approach to dealing with concerns, emphasizing faith, prayer, and the prioritization of spiritual matters. Through the examples of biblical figures and the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, believers are guided to trust in God's provision and care, finding peace amidst life's challenges.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
imp. & p. p.) of Concern.
2. (v. t.) Disturbed; troubled; solicitous; as, to be much concerned for the safety of a friend.
Greek
3199. melo -- to be an object of care... 3199 (the third person singular of , "to care, be
concerned") -- to care about
(be
concerned with), especially paying attention (giving thought) to -- ie
...1980a. episkeptomai -- to inspect, by ext. to go to see
... to go to see NASB Word Usageconcerned...about (1),concerned about (1), select
(1), visit (5), visited (3). 1980, 1980a. episkeptomai. 1980b ....
253. alupoteros -- having less grief
... Word Origin cptv. from alpha (as a neg. prefix) and lupe Definition having less
grief NASB Word Usage lessconcerned (1). less sorrowful....
3338. metamelomai -- to regret, repent
... 3338 (from 3326 , " being ," and 3199 , "care, beconcerned with") -- properly,
to experience a change of concern a of emotion and usually implying , ie...
5426. phroneo -- to have understanding, to think
... Word Origin from phren Definition to have understanding, to think NASB Word Usage
adopt...view (1), conceited* (1), concern (1),concerned (1), feel (1), have...
3309. merimnao -- to be anxious, to care for
... Word Origin from merimna Definition to be anxious, to care for NASB Word Usage anxious
(1), care (1),concerned (5), have...care (1), worried (4), worry (6...
Strong's Hebrew
1672. daag -- to be anxious orconcerned, to fear... 1671, 1672. daag. 1673 . to be anxious or
concerned, to fear. Transliteration:
daag Phonetic Spelling: (daw-ag') Short Definition: anxious. Word Origin a prim
...6245b. ashath -- to think
... ashath. 6246 . to think. Transliteration: ashath Short Definition:concerned.
Word Origin a prim. root Definition to think NASB Word Usageconcerned (1)....
6485. paqad -- to attend to, visit, muster, appoint
... root Definition to attend to, visit, muster, appoint NASB Word Usage am indeed
concerned (1), any reason (1), any reason he is missing (1), appoint (12...
1245. baqash -- to seek
... root Definition to seek NASB Word Usage aim (1), beg (1), begging (1),concerned
(1), consulted (1), demand (1), desire (1), eager (1), hold* (1), inquired (2...
3820. leb -- inner man, mind, will, heart
... 4), attention* (1), bravest* (1), brokenhearted* (3), care* (2), celebrating* (1),
chests* (1), completely* (1), concern* (1),concerned* (1), conscience (1...
1239. baqar -- to inquire, seek
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to inquire, seek NASB Word Usage care (1),
concerned (1), inquire (1), make inquiry (1), meditate (1), seek (2)....
3045. yada -- to know
... aware (6), becomes known (1), bring forth (1), cared (1), chosen (2), clearly
understand (2), cohabit (1), comprehend (1), concern (2),concerned (1), consider...
1697. dabar -- speech, word
... 3), Chronicles* (38), claims (1), command (11), commandment (1), commandments (1),
Commandments (2), commands (1), compliments* (1),concerned (1), concerning...
7896. shith -- to put, set
... to put, set NASB Word Usage account (1), apply (1), appoint (1), appointed (1),
bring (1), cast (1), close* (1), concern* (1),concerned* (1), consider* (1...
Library
Preface. To all that areConcerned in the Education of Children.
... PREFACE. TO ALL THAT ARECONCERNED IN THE EDUCATION OF CHILDREN. MY FRIENDS,
It is an awful and important charge that is committed to you....
Preface to all that areConcerned in the Education of Children.
... PREFACE To all that areconcerned in the Education of Children. My Friends,
It is an awful and important charge that is committed to you....
That one Should not beConcerned About Feeling Tangible Devotion...
... Chapter 10 That one should not beconcerned about feeling tangible devotion
so much as about cleaving to God with one's will. Furthermore...
But we are not HereConcerned with the Nature and Existence of the...
... Chapter 10 But we are not hereconcerned with the nature and existence
of the aristocracy? But we are not hereconcerned with...
The Forty-Fourth Chapter: do not beConcerned About Outward Things
... BOOK THREE. INTERNAL CONSOLATION The Forty-Fourth Chapter: Do Not BeConcerned
About Outward Things. The Voice of Christ MY CHILD...
Of the Kind of Signs we are NowConcerned With.
... Book II. Chapter 2."Of the Kind of Signs We are NowConcerned with. 3.
Conventional signs, on the other hand, are those which...
With the Allurements of Smells, I am not MuchConcerned. ...
... Book X Chapter XXXII With the allurements of smells, I am not muchconcerned.?
With the allurements of smells, I am not muchconcerned....
The Doctrine of Mathematicians not Wholly to be Despised, when...
... Chapter XIV."The Doctrine of Mathematicians Not Wholly to Be Despised, When They
areConcerned About the Knowledge of the Stars; The Twelve Signs of the...
The Church and Other Rural Agencies
... in rural welfare by the studies made by the Country Life Commission in 1908, probably
no movement has made more rapid progress than thatconcerned with rural...
Interdenominational Readjustment
... must be a thoroughgoing system of interdenominational cooperation worked out which
will insure joint responsibility of all denominationsconcerned in providing...
Thesaurus
Concerned (45 Occurrences)... 1. (imp. & pp) of Concern. 2. (vt) Disturbed; troubled; solicitous; as, to be much
concerned for the safety of a friend.
...Concerned (45 Occurrences).
...Concern (35 Occurrences)
... He who is unmarried isconcerned for the things of the Lord, how he may please the
Lord; (Root in WEB WEY NAS NIV).... The wicked aren'tconcerned about knowledge....
Cares (28 Occurrences)
... from cares. He who is unmarried isconcerned for the things of the Lord,
how he may please the Lord; (WEB ASV BBE DBY). 1 Corinthians...
Affairs (27 Occurrences)
... from cares. He who is unmarried isconcerned for the things of the Lord,
how he may please the Lord; (See RSV NIV). 1 Corinthians...
Predestination
... than a Biblical one. It is with predestination as a Biblical question,
however, that we are here mainlyconcerned. It is possible...
History (57 Occurrences)
... His work entitled Jewish Antiquities, however, as far as trustworthiness isconcerned,
is again considerably inferior to the Books of Chronicles, since the...
Please (324 Occurrences)
... He who is unmarried isconcerned for the things of the Lord, how he may
please the Lord; (WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV)....
Repentance (28 Occurrences)
... NEW TESTAMENT TERMS 1. Repent-"to Care," "BeConcerned" 2. Repent-"to Change the
Mind" 3. Repent-"to Turn Over," "to Turn Upon," "to Turn Unto" III....
Accommodation (1 Occurrence)
... (3) With the details of interpretation as involved in the specific use of Old Testament
statements we are notconcerned here (see QUOTATIONS IN THE NEW...
Patriarchs (6 Occurrences)
... This relieved the matter as far as Jared wasconcerned and perhaps in the case of
Lamech also, and the borrowing of an additional 20 years set Methuselah right...
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