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In the context of the Bible, "disregards" refers to the act of ignoring, neglecting, or treating with indifference the commands, teachings, or principles set forth by God. This concept is often associated with disobedience, rebellion, and a lack of reverence for divine authority. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings that highlight the consequences of disregarding God's word and the importance of obedience.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the Israelites are frequently admonished for disregarding God's commandments. The Law, given through Moses, was intended to guide the people in righteousness and holiness. However, the Israelites often strayed from these instructions, leading to various consequences. In
Deuteronomy 28, God outlines the blessings for obedience and the curses for disobedience, emphasizing the importance of heeding His word.
One notable example is King Saul, who disregarded God's command through the prophet Samuel. In
1 Samuel 15:22-23 , Samuel rebukes Saul, saying, "Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, obedience is better than sacrifice, and attentiveness is better than the fat of rams. For rebellion is like the sin of divination, and arrogance is like the wickedness of idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has rejected you as king."
Wisdom LiteratureThe wisdom literature of the Bible, particularly the Book of Proverbs, frequently addresses the folly of disregarding wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7 states, "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline." This verse underscores the idea that disregarding divine wisdom is characteristic of foolishness and leads to negative outcomes.
Prophetic WarningsThe prophets of the Old Testament often warned the people of Israel and Judah about the dangers of disregarding God's commands. The prophet Jeremiah lamented the people's stubbornness and refusal to listen to God's word. In
Jeremiah 6:10 , he declares, "To whom can I speak and give this warning? Who will listen? Look, their ears are closed so they cannot hear. See, the word of the LORD has become offensive to them; they find no pleasure in it."
New Testament TeachingsIn the New Testament, Jesus Christ emphasizes the importance of hearing and obeying God's word. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus warns against merely hearing His words without putting them into practice.
Matthew 7:26-27 states, "But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its collapse."
The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of disregarding God's commands in his epistles. In
Romans 2:13 , Paul writes, "For it is not the hearers of the law who are righteous before God, but it is the doers of the law who will be declared righteous." This reinforces the idea that mere knowledge of God's word is insufficient without corresponding action.
Consequences of DisregardThe Bible consistently teaches that disregarding God's word leads to spiritual and often physical consequences. In the Old Testament, the Israelites faced exile and suffering due to their persistent disobedience. In the New Testament, Jesus warns of eternal separation from God for those who disregard His teachings. In
Matthew 25:41 , He speaks of the final judgment, saying, "Then He will say to those on His left, 'Depart from Me, you who are cursed, into the eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels.'"
Call to ObedienceThroughout Scripture, there is a clear call to heed God's word and live in obedience to His commands. This call is not only for the benefit of the individual but also for the community and the world at large. Obedience to God is portrayed as the path to blessing, peace, and eternal life.
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Christ the Son of God.
... Hence he whodisregards an appointment of Jesus Christ,disregards His authority.
And he whodisregards His authority, ignores His Lordship....
Letter iv. To the Same Gaius Therapeutes.
... And it is nothing less, the ever Superessential, super-full of super-essentiality,
disregards the excess [65] of this, and having come truly into substance...
The Objects of Prayer
... THE OBJECTS OF PRAYER Everyone who asks for the earthly and little things from God
disregards Him who has enjoined the asking of heavenly and great things....
Note 1
... It is unfortunate that, in his admirable article on the "Chronology of the New
Testament," Mr. CH Turner sometimesdisregards the principle admitted by most of...
Conclusion
... allowed, would arise? The duty, therefore, should be observed.[792] It is
irreligion thatdisregards it. Superstition and infidelity...
The Institution of Deacons, and the History of Stephen.
... heirs to the kingdom." In this choice, we see an instance, not only of the sovereignty
of God, who in distributing his favours,disregards those distinctions...
Twentieth Sunday after Trinity the Careful Walk of the Christian.
... wealth; if he is tangled with secular interests, he soon becomes a cold and indolent
Christian, then an erring soul, and finally utterlydisregards God's will...
This ChapterShows How, when God Bestows Greater Favours on the...
... 2. The soul is now determined to take no other Bridegroom than our Lord, but He
disregards its desires for its speedy espousals, wishing that these longings...
How the Bishop is to Treat the Innocent, the Guilty, and the...
... persons for the sake of filthy lucre, and receiving of bribes, and spares the open
offender, and permits him to continue in the Church, hedisregards the voice...
Predestination and Calling
... of man" (Prov.8:4). This call is sincere on God's part; but man by nature is so
opposed to God, that this call is never effectual, for mandisregards it, turns...
Thesaurus
Disregards (3 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Disregards (3 Occurrences). Luke 10:16 "He who
listens to you listens to me; and he who
disregards you
...Violated (23 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Hebrews 10:28 A man whodisregards Moses' law dies without
compassion on the word of two or three witnesses. (See RSV)....
Nazarene (19 Occurrences)
... Says Meyer, "In giving this prophetic title to the Messiah he entirelydisregards
the historical meaning of the same Septuagint reading in Isaiah 11:1, anthos...
Dies (71 Occurrences)
... (WEB WEY NAS RSV NIV). Hebrews 10:28 A man whodisregards Moses' law dies without
compassion on the word of two or three witnesses. (WEB DBY NAS RSV)....
Disreputable (1 Occurrence)
Disregarding (1 Occurrence)
Rejected (96 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV WBS). Hebrews 10:28 A man whodisregards Moses' law dies without
compassion on the word of two or three witnesses. (See NIV)....
Witnesses (69 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV WEY ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Hebrews 10:28 A man whodisregards
Moses' law dies without compassion on the word of two or three witnesses....
Brother (402 Occurrences)
... 1 Thessalonians 4:8 He therefore that in thisdisregards his brother,disregards,
not man, but God, who has given also his Holy Spirit to you. (DBY)....
Compassion (145 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Hebrews 10:28 A man whodisregards Moses' law dies without
compassion on the word of two or three witnesses. (WEB ASV)....
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