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Definition and ContextIn biblical terms, "denying" refers to the act of rejecting, disowning, or refusing to acknowledge someone or something. This concept is often discussed in the context of faith, discipleship, and personal conduct. Denying can pertain to both the rejection of Christ and the denial of self in the pursuit of spiritual growth.
Denying ChristOne of the most notable instances of denying in the Bible is Peter's denial of Jesus. Despite his earlier declarations of unwavering loyalty, Peter denied knowing Jesus three times on the night of Jesus' arrest. This event is recorded in all four Gospels, highlighting its significance. In
Matthew 26:34, Jesus predicts Peter's denial: "Truly I tell you, this very night, before the rooster crows, you will deny Me three times." Peter's denial is a poignant reminder of human frailty and the pressures of fear and self-preservation.
Consequences of Denying ChristThe Bible warns of the spiritual consequences of denying Christ. In
Matthew 10:33, Jesus states, "But whoever denies Me before men, I will also deny him before My Father in heaven." This underscores the gravity of rejecting Christ and the eternal implications of such an action. The apostle Paul also addresses this in
2 Timothy 2:12: "If we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us."
Denying SelfConversely, the Bible also speaks of the necessity of self-denial in the life of a believer. Jesus calls His followers to deny themselves as a prerequisite for discipleship. In
Luke 9:23, He says, "If anyone would come after Me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me." This form of denial involves setting aside personal desires and ambitions to align with God's will and purposes.
Denying UngodlinessBelievers are also instructed to deny ungodliness and worldly passions.
Titus 2:12 teaches that the grace of God "instructs us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live sensible, upright, and godly lives in the present age." This aspect of denial is part of the sanctification process, where Christians are called to live lives that reflect their faith and commitment to God.
Examples and LessonsThe Bible provides numerous examples and teachings on the theme of denying. The account of Peter's denial and subsequent restoration by Jesus (
John 21:15-19) offers hope and redemption, illustrating that failure is not final when met with repentance and faith. The call to deny oneself and take up one's cross is a central tenet of Christian discipleship, emphasizing the cost and commitment required to follow Christ.
ConclusionThe concept of denying in the Bible encompasses both the negative aspect of rejecting Christ and the positive aspect of self-denial for spiritual growth. It serves as a powerful reminder of the choices believers face and the importance of steadfast faith and obedience in their walk with God.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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p. pr. & vb. n.) of Deny.
Greek
3777. oute -- and not, neither... neither, nor. 3777 (a conjunction derived from 3756 , "not,
denying as
a " and 5037 , "also") -- properly, (), . 3777 ("neither
...2616. katadunasteuo -- to exercise power over
... 2616 (from 2596 , ", according to," intensifying 1413 , "exercise rulership") --
properly, powerfully bringing someone (denying them the higher position or...
720. arneomai -- to deny, say no
... Word Origin of uncertain origin Definition to deny, say no NASB Word Usage denied
(10), denies (5), deny (12),denying (2), disowned (3), refused (1)....
Strong's Hebrew
3584. kachash -- to disappoint, deceive, fail, grow lean... deceive, fail, grow lean NASB Word Usage cringe (1), deceive (1), deceived (1),
deceives (1), deception (1), denied (2), deny (3),
denying (1), fail (2), give
...Library
The Guilt and Folly ofDenying God.
... ORIGINAL HYMNS HYMN VI. The Guilt and Folly ofdenying God. 8.8.8.8 James Montgomery.
The Guilt and Folly ofdenying God. "There is a God," all Nature cries,....
October 19. "Denying Ungodliness" (Titus ii. 12).
... OCTOBER 19. "Denying ungodliness" (Titus ii. 12). "Denying ungodliness"
(Titus 2:12). Let us say, "No," to the flesh, the world...
The Means of Obtaining Peace Internal, is not the Delight of Sense...
... CHAP. III. The means of obtaining Peace Internal, is not the Delight of Sense
nor Spiritual Consolation, but thedenying of Self-love. 12....
Those who are under an Error in one Point of the Catholic Religion...
... of the faith. And since this is so, indenying that Jesus Christ the Son
of God is one, you have denied everything. For the scheme...
Titus ii. 14-Nov
... Homily V. Titus ii. 11-14. Titus ii.11-14 "For the grace of God that bringeth salvation
hath appeared unto all men, Teaching them that,denying ungodliness and...
When, and in what Things this Obedience Doth Most Concern the...
... You must consider that when the Devil sees a Soul totallydenying it self, and
submitting to the obedience of its Director, he makes a strange uproar all Hell...
Written Contracts in the Name of Idols. Tacit Consent.
... it should so fall out, may He give our brethren the means of helping us, or give
us constancy to break off all such necessity, lest thosedenying letters, the...
Import of the Great Commission.
... begin to act just as the last command of Christ requires, in its plain literal import,
as the apostles understood it, would be a hard and self-denying service....
The Pastoral Epistles
... in Acts. There is no reason fordenying that St. Paul... Philem.22). There is
therefore no historical reason fordenying that St. Paul...
Carnal or Spiritual?
... He was so weak that a woman could frighten him intodenying Christ; but when the
Holy Spirit came he was bold, bold, bold to confess his Lord at any cost, was...
Thesaurus
Denying (11 Occurrences)... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Deny. Multi-Version Concordance
Denying (11 Occurrences). Mark 14:70 and he was again
denying.
...Deny (48 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that,denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (Root...
Privily (15 Occurrences)
... were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers
among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, evendenying the Lord...
Protest (37 Occurrences)
... protest one's loyalty. 4. (vt) To call as a witness in affirming ordenying,
or to prove an affirmation; to appeal to. 5. (n.) A...
Atheism
... Whatever the form, whether it be that of religious agnosticism,denying that we
can know that God exists, or critical atheism,denying that the evidence to...
Secretly (104 Occurrences)
... 2:1 But false prophets also arose among the people, as false teachers will also
be among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies,denying even the...
Jude (4 Occurrences)
... 2. Perverters of Grace and Deniers of Christ. "Turning the grace of our God into
lasciviousness, anddenying our only Master and Lord, Jesus Christ" (Jude 1:4...
Numbers (136 Occurrences)
... 2. Objections to Same: Withoutdenying that the text-analysis of criticism is on
the first blush of it both plausible and attractive and has brought to light...
Ungodly (41 Occurrences)
... secretly, even those who were long ago written about for this condemnation: ungodly
men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, anddenying our only...
Unawares (14 Occurrences)
... crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly
men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, anddenying the only...
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