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Definition and Meaning:The term "appreciate" generally means to recognize the value or worth of something or someone. In a biblical context, appreciation involves acknowledging the goodness, grace, and blessings bestowed by God, as well as valuing the contributions and presence of others in our lives.
Biblical Context:Appreciation in the Bible is closely linked to gratitude, thankfulness, and the recognition of God's providence. It is an attitude that believers are encouraged to cultivate as part of their spiritual walk.
Scriptural References:1.
Appreciation of God’s Blessings: The Bible frequently calls believers to appreciate and give thanks for the blessings and grace received from God. In
1 Thessalonians 5:18 , it is written, "Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." This verse underscores the importance of maintaining a heart of appreciation regardless of life's situations.
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Appreciation of Others: The New Testament encourages believers to appreciate and honor one another.
Romans 12:10 states, "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another." This passage highlights the importance of valuing and respecting fellow believers, recognizing their contributions to the body of Christ.
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Appreciation of Spiritual Leaders: The Bible also instructs believers to appreciate and esteem those who labor in teaching and leading the church. In
1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 , Paul writes, "But we ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who work diligently among you, who preside over you in the Lord and give you instruction. In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another."
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Appreciation of Creation: The Psalms often reflect an appreciation for God’s creation, recognizing His handiwork in the natural world.
Psalm 19:1 declares, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands." This appreciation leads to worship and reverence for the Creator.
Theological Implications:Appreciation is not merely a social nicety but a spiritual discipline that aligns with the biblical call to gratitude and humility. It reflects an understanding of God’s sovereignty and goodness, fostering a heart that is open to His work in the world and in the lives of others. By appreciating God’s gifts and the people He places in our lives, believers demonstrate a mature faith that acknowledges the interconnectedness of the body of Christ and the broader creation.
Practical Application:Believers are encouraged to practice appreciation in their daily lives by:
· Regularly expressing gratitude to God through prayer and worship.
· Acknowledging and valuing the efforts and presence of family, friends, and community members.
· Encouraging and supporting church leaders and fellow believers.
· Taking time to enjoy and reflect on the beauty of God’s creation.
By cultivating a spirit of appreciation, Christians can deepen their relationship with God and strengthen their bonds with others, living out the biblical call to love and gratitude.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
v. t.) To set a price or value on; to estimate justly; to value.
2. (v. t.) To raise the value of; to increase the market price of; -- opposed to depreciate.
3. (v. t.) To be sensible of; to distinguish.
4. (v. i.) To rise in value. [See note under Rise, v. i.]
Greek
314. anaginosko -- to know certainly, know again, read... again" through . Reading (314/) enables others to re-live (re-
appreciate)
what was conveyed (experienced) by the original. Word
...3609a. oida -- to have seen or perceived, hence to know
... of eidon Definition to have seen or perceived, hence to know NASB Word Usageappreciate
(1), aware (3), become learned (1), conscious* (1), having a knowledge...
1492. eido -- be aware, behold, consider, perceive
... perceive. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: eido Phonetic Spelling: (i'-do)
Short Definition: I know, remember Definition: I know, remember,appreciate....
364. anamnesis -- remembrance
... Cognate: 364 (from 363 , "bring to mind") -- properly, , done to betterappreciate
the effects (intended results) of what happened; active, self-prompted...
Library
The Early Eden Picture.
... Man is infinite in that he knows that God is infinite. Only like canappreciate
like. He canappreciate that he cannotappreciate God, except in part....
Whether Fear is an Effect of Faith?
... dreads to be separated from God, or whereby one shrinks from equalling oneself to
Him, and holds Him in reverence, inasmuch as faith makes usappreciate God as...
Responsiveness to Christ.
... What a sad thing if Christ's bride does notappreciate His aims for the world,
His sorrow over perishing souls, His heart-ache over dying men!...
Business Phrases
... I herewith submit my application. I highlyappreciate this mark of confidence....
Weappreciate the order you were kind enough to send to us....
Introduction
... that is peculiar to himself, and it is in noting their variations that we are brought
to see their true meaning and scope and toappreciate their perfections....
Catechisation.
... The teacher should endeavor so to teach these lessons, that the pupil would
learn to love andappreciate the Catechism more and more....
Christ the Son of Man.
... Just, therefore, as we canappreciate the nearness of Jesus as a loving and
sympathizing kinsman, may weappreciate the nearness of His Father and our God....
Introduction.
... and hence, for our present purpose, it is only by getting back as closely as we
can to the original that we are able adequately toappreciate the beauty and...
A Knowledge of God
... God would have His childrenappreciate His works and delight in the simple,
quiet beauty with which He has adorned our earthly home....
The Argument for Christian Practices Becomes all the Stronger...
... But I think ours is the God of nature, who fashioned man; and, that he might desire,
(appreciate, become partaker of) the pleasures afforded by His creatures...
Thesaurus
Appreciate (1 Occurrence)... 3. (vt) To be sensible of; to distinguish. 4. (vi) To rise in value. [See note under
Rise, vi]. Multi-Version Concordance
Appreciate (1 Occurrence).
...Apprehend (7 Occurrences)
Value (138 Occurrences)
... 9. (vt) To rate highly; to have in high esteem; to hold in respect and estimation;
toappreciate; to prize; as, to value one for his works or his virtues. 10....
Knock (7 Occurrences)
... Jesus concerning a higher entrance, "Knock, and it shall be opened unto you" (Matthew
7:7 Luke 12:36), would have a unique force not easy for us toappreciate....
Jael (6 Occurrences)
... It is really impossible to justify Jael's act, though it is not impossible to
understand it or properly toappreciate Deborah's approval of the act as found in...
Great (10383 Occurrences)
... Philip had been for some years a hostage in Thebes: while there he had learned to
appreciate the changes introduced into military discipline and tactics by...
Goldsmith (6 Occurrences)
... work from the earliest Egyptian periods are so numerous in the museums of the world
that we do not have to draw on our imaginations toappreciate the wonderful...
Inches (1 Occurrence)
... The continuous hot droughts make the peopleappreciate the springs and fountains
of fresh running water and the cool shade of rock and tree....
Rainfall
... The continuous hot droughts make the peopleappreciate the springs and fountains
of fresh running water and the cool shade of rock and tree....
Reconciliation (11 Occurrences)
... "The princes of the Philistines" did not at allappreciate the presence of "these
Hebrews," and although Achish testified in favor of David's fidelity, they...
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