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Definition and Context:The term "boastfully" refers to speaking or acting with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities. In the biblical context, boasting is often associated with arrogance and a lack of humility before God. The Bible frequently warns against boastfulness, emphasizing the virtues of humility and reliance on God rather than on oneself.
Biblical References:1.
Proverbs 27:1-2 : "Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring. Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips."
This passage cautions against self-praise and presumption about the future, highlighting the uncertainty of life and the importance of humility.
2.
James 4:16 : "As it is, you boast in your proud intentions. All such boasting is evil."
James addresses the arrogance of making plans without considering God's will, labeling such boasting as sinful.
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1 Corinthians 1:31 : "Therefore, as it is written: 'Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.'"
Paul redirects the focus of boasting from oneself to God, encouraging believers to find their pride in the Lord's work and character rather than their own accomplishments.
4.
Psalm 94:4 : "They pour out arrogant words; all workers of iniquity boast."
This verse associates boastful speech with wickedness, suggesting that those who are unrighteous often express themselves with arrogance.
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Jeremiah 9:23-24 : "This is what the LORD says: 'Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice, and righteousness on the earth, for I delight in these things,' declares the LORD."
Here, the Lord instructs that true boasting should be rooted in the knowledge and understanding of God, rather than in human attributes or possessions.
Theological Implications:Boastfulness is often seen as a manifestation of pride, which is considered a fundamental sin in Christian theology. Pride leads individuals to elevate themselves above others and, more critically, above God. The Bible consistently teaches that all good things come from God, and thus, any boasting should be directed towards His glory and not personal gain or status.
Practical Application:Believers are encouraged to cultivate humility and to recognize their dependence on God for all things. This involves acknowledging God's sovereignty and grace in their lives and refraining from self-glorification. Instead of boasting about personal achievements, Christians are called to testify to God's work in their lives, giving Him the glory and honor due to His name.
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That we must not Labour Noisily norBoastfully.
... Third Book. 40. That we must not labour noisily norboastfully. In the
Gospel according to Matthew: "Let not thy left hand know...
Ninth Sunday after Trinity Carnal Security and Its vices.
... At the same time they desired to be regarded Christians, andboastfully prided
themselves on having received the Gospel from the great apostles....
England's Strength
... Jerusalem, commanding King Hezekiah to surrender at discretion, and throw himself
and his people on Sennacherib's mercy; how proudly andboastfully he taunted...
The Tears of Christ.
... they had made their nest in a rock." They trusted in "the everlasting gates," which
had never been forced by an invader; and they declaredboastfully that the...
When Archelaus had Finished this Speech, the Crowds of People...
... But as to this fellow, Manes by name, who has at present burstboastfully forth
upon us from the province of Persia, and between whom and me disputation has...
In the Court of Babylon
... of Jehovah, were captives in Babylon, and that the vessels of God's house had been
placed in the Temple of the Babylonish gods, wasboastfully cited by the...
John Chapter x. 10-Jan
... no false witness against any one, and observing all else that the law requires"yet
are not Christians; and for the most part askboastfully, like these men...
Heads.
... That the example of living is given to us in Christ. 40. That we must not labour
boastfully or noisily. 41. That we must not speak foolishly and offensively....
Now, when it had Been Often Considered in the Councils of the Gods...
... possible, leading him through the wooded glades, and presenting him with the spoils
of many wild beasts, which the boy Attis at first saidboastfully were won...
May the Twenty-Second the Light as Darkness
... it is the perverse flare of the evil one. He has given us a will-o'-the-wisp,
and weboastfully proclaim it to be "the morning star."....
Thesaurus
Boastfully (6 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Boastfully (6 Occurrences). 1 Timothy 6:21 of which some
have spoken
boastfully in connexion with the true faith, and have erred.
...Brag (6 Occurrences)
... 1. (vi) To talk about one's self, or things pertaining to one's self, in a manner
intended to excite admiration, envy, or wonder; to talkboastfully; to boast...
Boastful (18 Occurrences)
Jael (6 Occurrences)
... She then led Barak, who was in pursuit, into her tent, andboastfully showed him
what she had done. (see SISERA; DEBORAH.). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia....
Falsely (72 Occurrences)
... James 3:14 But if in your hearts you have bitter feelings of envy and rivalry, do
not speakboastfully and falsely, in defiance of the truth. (WEY BBE)....
Feelings (26 Occurrences)
... (BBE). James 3:14 But if in your hearts you have bitter feelings of envy and rivalry,
do not speakboastfully and falsely, in defiance of the truth. (WEY)....
Taunting (2 Occurrences)
... 2:8 I have heard the taunt of Moab, and the revilings of the children of Ammon,
wherewith they have taunted My people, and spokenboastfully concerning their...
Taunts (11 Occurrences)
... 2:8 I have heard the taunt of Moab, and the revilings of the children of Ammon,
wherewith they have taunted My people, and spokenboastfully concerning their...
Rivalry (8 Occurrences)
... James 3:14 But if in your hearts you have bitter feelings of envy and rivalry, do
not speakboastfully and falsely, in defiance of the truth. (WEY YLT)....
Defiance (9 Occurrences)
... (WEY). James 3:14 But if in your hearts you have bitter feelings of envy and rivalry,
do not speakboastfully and falsely, in defiance of the truth. (WEY)....
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