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The term "inappropriately" refers to actions, behaviors, or attitudes that are not suitable or proper in a given context, especially in relation to biblical teachings and Christian conduct. The Bible provides numerous guidelines on how believers are to conduct themselves, emphasizing the importance of living in a manner that is pleasing to God and edifying to others.
Biblical Principles of Appropriate Conduct1.
Holiness and Purity: The Bible calls believers to live holy and pure lives, avoiding behaviors that are deemed inappropriate or sinful. In
1 Peter 1:15-16 , it is written, "But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'" This call to holiness implies avoiding actions that are contrary to God's nature and commands.
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Speech and Communication: Scripture emphasizes the importance of appropriate speech.
Ephesians 4:29 instructs, "Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen." Inappropriate language, gossip, and slander are discouraged as they do not reflect the character of Christ.
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Modesty and Decency: The Bible encourages modesty in dress and behavior.
1 Timothy 2:9-10 states, "Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God." While this passage specifically addresses women, the principle of modesty applies to all believers.
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Sexual Conduct: Sexual immorality is considered inappropriate according to biblical standards.
1 Corinthians 6:18-20 warns, "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body."
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Behavior in Worship and Community: The early church faced issues of inappropriate behavior during worship and communal gatherings. Paul addresses this in
1 Corinthians 11:17-22 , where he criticizes the Corinthians for their conduct during the Lord's Supper, highlighting the need for reverence and respect in worship settings.
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Respect for Authority: The Bible teaches respect for authority as a principle of appropriate conduct.
Romans 13:1-2 states, "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves."
Consequences of Inappropriate BehaviorThe Bible warns of the consequences of living inappropriately, both in this life and in the life to come.
Galatians 6:7-8 cautions, "Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life." This principle underscores the importance of aligning one's conduct with biblical teachings to avoid negative repercussions.
Encouragement for Appropriate LivingBelievers are encouraged to live appropriately by following the example of Christ and relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance and strength.
Philippians 1:27 exhorts, "Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending side by side for the faith of the gospel." This call to live in a manner worthy of the gospel serves as a guiding principle for all aspects of life.
Library
Of the Two Different and Dissimilar Communities of Angels, which...
... Book XI. Chapter 33."Of the Two Different and Dissimilar Communities of Angels,
Which are NotInappropriately Signified by the Names Light and Darkness....
A Repetition and Summary of the Angelic Discipline.
... I might add this notinappropriately, that each heavenly and human mind has within
itself its own special first, and middle, and last ranks, and powers...
Numbers
... Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers,
i.-x.28"so called,[1] ratherinappropriately, from the census in i., iii...
True Harvest Joy.
... business by which he seeks at once to advance the common good and to benefit himself,
we speak of it in every-day language, and notinappropriately, or without...
Whether Grace is Appropriately Divided into Prevenient and...
... posterior. Grace is thereforeinappropriately divided into prevenient and
subsequent grace. 3. Again, grace is known by its effects....
Whether Free Grace is Appropriately Divided by the Apostle
... 17: "God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom." The gifts of
healing and kinds of tongues are thereforeinappropriately distinguished from...
For they Say, "Though These Things be True, yet did not Moses...
... the name of heaven and earth, created and perfected?" What again if another say
that "invisible and visible nature is not indeedinappropriately called heaven...
After this He Wilfully Sets Aside, I Know not Why...
... We do not of course assert that the "Son of God" is not the subject of prophecy;
but we assert that he mostinappropriately attributes to the Jewish disputant...
After This, Celsus, Desiring to Exhibit his Learning in his...
... would be absurd, and similar to what he himself has done, when, in his accusations
against Christians and Jews, he quoted, mostinappropriately, not only the...
But as Celsus Makes a Jest Also of the Serpent...
... evil, and the other statements which follow, which might of themselves lead a candid
reader to see that all these things had notinappropriately an allegorical...
Thesaurus
Inappropriately (2 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Inappropriately (2 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians
7:36 But if any man thinks that he is behaving
inappropriately...Inasmuch (42 Occurrences)
Doesn't (300 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 7:36 But if any man thinks that he is behavinginappropriately toward
his virgin, if she is past the flower of her age, and if need so requires...
Keeps (154 Occurrences)
... (BBE). 1 Corinthians 13:5 doesn't behave itselfinappropriately, doesn't seek its
own way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; (See NIV)....
Wishes (37 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 7:36 But if any man thinks that he is behavinginappropriately toward
his virgin, if she is past the flower of her age, and if need so requires...
Wants (49 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 7:36 But if any man thinks that he is behavinginappropriately toward
his virgin, if she is past the flower of her age, and if need so requires...
Irritable (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 13:5 doesn't behave itselfinappropriately, doesn't seek its own
way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; (See RSV)....
Insist (7 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 13:5 doesn't behave itselfinappropriately, doesn't seek its own
way, is not provoked, takes no account of evil; (See RSV)....
Inappropriate (1 Occurrence)
Improperly (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Corinthians 7:36 But if any man thinks that he is behavinginappropriately toward
his virgin, if she is past the flower of her age, and if need so requires...
Resources
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