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The concept of "continues" in the Bible often relates to the enduring nature of God's promises, the perseverance of believers, and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian. This theme is woven throughout Scripture, emphasizing the steadfastness and faithfulness required in the Christian walk.
Endurance and PerseveranceThe Bible frequently calls believers to continue in their faith, highlighting the importance of perseverance. In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul encourages the Colossians to remain steadfast: "if indeed you continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope of the gospel you heard" (
Colossians 1:23). This verse underscores the necessity of holding fast to the teachings of Christ and not wavering in belief.
Similarly, in the book of Hebrews, the author exhorts believers to persevere: "For we have become partakers of Christ if we hold firmly to the end the assurance we had at first" (
Hebrews 3:14). This passage highlights the importance of continuing in faith to fully partake in the promises of Christ.
God's Unchanging NatureThe Bible also speaks of the continuous and unchanging nature of God. In the Old Testament, the psalmist declares, "But You remain the same, and Your years will never end" (
Psalm 102:27). This verse reflects the eternal and immutable character of God, who remains constant throughout all generations.
In the New Testament, James affirms this truth: "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow" (
James 1:17). God's unchanging nature assures believers that His promises and love are everlasting.
The Work of the Holy SpiritThe Holy Spirit's work in the life of a believer is another aspect of "continues" in Scripture. The Spirit's presence is a continuous source of guidance, comfort, and empowerment. Jesus promised His disciples that the Holy Spirit would be with them forever: "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever" (
John 14:16). This promise assures believers of the Spirit's ongoing presence and support.
Abiding in ChristThe concept of abiding, or continuing, in Christ is central to the Christian life. Jesus taught His disciples about the importance of remaining in Him: "If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you" (
John 15:7). Abiding in Christ involves a continuous, intimate relationship with Him, characterized by obedience and love.
ConclusionThe theme of "continues" in the Bible emphasizes the enduring nature of faith, the constancy of God's character, and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit. Believers are called to persevere in their faith, trusting in the unchanging promises of God and remaining in a close relationship with Christ.
Greek
1265. diameno -- to remain, continue... Word Origin from dia and meno Definition to remain, continue NASB Word Usage
continues (1), remain (2), remained (1), stood (1). continue, remain.
...4357. prosmeno -- to wait longer
... Word Origin from pros and meno Definition to wait longer NASB Word Usage
continue (1),continues (1), remain (2), remained (3)....
3306. meno -- to stay, abide, remain
... verb Definition to stay, abide, remain NASB Word Usage abide (16), abides (22),
abiding (4), await (1), continue (4),continues (1), endures (3), enduring (1...
747. archegos -- founder, leader
... 747 () does not strictly mean "author," but rather "a person who is or of a movement
andcontinues as the leader -- ie 'pioneer leader, founding leader' " (, 1...
Strong's Hebrew
4058. madad -- to measure... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to measure NASB Word Usage
continues (1), measure (9), measured (41), stretched (1), surveyed (1).
...1980. halak -- to go, come, walk
... 4), brought (5), came (13), came nearer (1), carry (2), come (82), come and let
us go (1), coming (3), continually (1), continued (5),continues...along (1...
Library
HeContinues the Discussion of the Difficulty He Has Entered Upon....
... Book V. Chapter XIV. Hecontinues the discussion of the difficulty he has
entered upon? Hecontinues the discussion of the difficulty...
And HeContinues: "What is the Meaning of Such a Descent Upon the...
... Chapter III. And hecontinues: "What is the meaning of such a descent
upon the part of? And hecontinues: "What is the meaning...
Continues the Same Subject: Explains the Prayer of Union by a...
...CONTINUES THE SAME SUBJECT: EXPLAINS THE PRAYER OF UNION BY A DELICATE
COMPARISON AND SPEAKS OF THE EFFECTS IT LEAVES UPON THE SOUL....
Continues the Same Subject and Speaks of Aridities in Prayer and...
...CONTINUES THE SAME SUBJECT AND SPEAKS OF ARIDITIES IN PRAYER AND THEIR RESULTS:
OF THE NECESSITY OF TRYING OURSELVES AND HOW OUR LORD PROVES THOSE WHO ARE IN...
Continues the Same Subject, Explaining by a Comparison in what...
...CONTINUES THE SAME SUBJECT, EXPLAINING BY A COMPARISON IN WHAT DIVINE CONSOLATIONS
CONSIST: AND HOW WE OUGHT TO TRY TO PREPARE OURSELVES TO RECEIVE THEM...
After this CelsusContinues: "It is not Easy, Indeed...
... Chapter LXV. After this Celsuscontinues: "It is not easy, indeed? After
this Celsuscontinues: "It is not easy, indeed, for one...
HeContinues the Same Line of Argument Drawn from the Creed of...
... Book VI. Chapter VII. Hecontinues the same line of argument drawn from
the Creed of Antioch. But there follows in the Creed: "Very...
HeContinues the Same Argument to Show that Christ had no Need of...
... Book VII. Chapter XXIII. Hecontinues the same argument to show that Christ
had no need of another's glory as He had a glory of His own....
The ControversyContinues Without Abatement, Even after the...
... Book II. Chapter LXXIII."The Controversycontinues without Abatement,
even after the Receipt of This Letter. In this manner the...
Continues to Evangelize. Dr. Cook's Prescription. Incident at...
... PART I."AUTOBIOGRAPHY. CHAPTER XVI.Continues to Evangelize. Dr. Cook's Prescription....
The Bruner Debate.Continues to Evangelize. Dr. Cook's Prescription....
Thesaurus
Continues (32 Occurrences)...Continues (32 Occurrences).
... He
continues for a time, but when suffering comes, or
persecution, because of the Message, he at once stumbles and falls. (WEY).
...Union (24 Occurrences)
... Coming. (WEY). 1 John 3:6 No one whocontinues in union with Him lives in sin:
no one who lives in sin has seen Him or knows Him. (WEY)....
Obeys (17 Occurrences)
... 1 John 3:24 The man who obeys His commandscontinues in union with God, and God
continues in union with him; and through His Spirit whom He has given us we can...
Confide (31 Occurrences)
... in it. God is love, and he whocontinues to lovecontinues in union with
God, and Godcontinues in union with him. (WEY). Judges...
Commands (216 Occurrences)
... 1 John 3:24 The man who obeys His commandscontinues in union with God, and God
continues in union with him; and through His Spirit whom He has given us we can...
Continuator (4 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) One who, or that which,continues; esp., one who
continues a series or a work; a continuer. Multi-Version Concordance...
Acknowledges (10 Occurrences)
... 1 John 4:15 Whoever acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God--Godcontinues in
union with him, and hecontinues in union with God. (WEY NIV)....
Tabeel (2 Occurrences)
... Elder as a titlecontinues to have place down through the times of the Judges
(Judges 8:16; Judges 2:7); compare Ruth 4:2 into the kingdom....
Syria (73 Occurrences)
... 5,750 ft.), till the Eleutherus valley is reached, and thence rising again in Lebanon
(average 5,000 ft.), Jebel Sunnin (8, 780 ft.), itcontinues to the...
Continue (144 Occurrences)
... (WEY). John 15:5 I am the Vine, you are the branches. He whocontinues in me and
in whom I continue bears abundant fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing....
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