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In the context of biblical teachings, the concept of "inducing" can be understood as the act of leading or influencing someone towards a particular action or belief. This can be seen in both positive and negative lights, depending on the nature of the influence and the outcome it produces. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings related to the idea of inducing, particularly in the realms of temptation, persuasion, and guidance.
Inducing to SinOne of the most prominent themes in Scripture is the warning against inducing others to sin. The Bible is clear about the dangers and consequences of leading others astray. In
Matthew 18:6 , Jesus warns, "But if anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a large millstone hung around his neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea." This severe admonition highlights the gravity of causing others to fall into sin.
The Old Testament also addresses this issue. In
Deuteronomy 13:6-8 , the Israelites are instructed not to be led astray by even their closest family members if they entice them to worship other gods: "If your brother, the son of your mother, or your son or daughter, or the wife you embrace, or your closest friend secretly entices you, saying, 'Let us go and worship other gods'... you must not yield to him or listen to him."
Inducing to RighteousnessConversely, the Bible encourages believers to induce others towards righteousness and good works.
Hebrews 10:24 states, "And let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds." This positive form of inducing is seen as a vital part of Christian fellowship and community, where believers are called to encourage and build each other up in faith.
The Apostle Paul exemplifies this in his letters, often urging the early Christians to follow his example as he follows Christ. In
1 Corinthians 11:1 , Paul writes, "Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ." Here, inducing is framed as a form of discipleship and mentorship, guiding others towards a Christ-like life.
Inducing through PersuasionThe art of persuasion is another aspect of inducing found in the Bible. In
Acts 26:28 , King Agrippa says to Paul, "In such a short time, would you persuade me to become a Christian?" Paul's efforts to persuade others to accept the Gospel demonstrate the importance of using reasoned argument and personal testimony to induce belief in Christ.
Moreover,
Proverbs 16:21 highlights the power of wise and gracious speech: "The wise in heart will be called discerning, and pleasant speech increases learning." This suggests that inducing others through gentle and wise words is a commendable practice.
Warnings and EncouragementsThe Bible provides both warnings and encouragements regarding the act of inducing. Believers are cautioned against being led astray by false teachings and are encouraged to test everything against the truth of Scripture. 1
John 4:1 advises, "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world."
At the same time, Christians are encouraged to be active in inducing others towards faith and good works, using their influence to spread the Gospel and strengthen the body of Christ. This dual approach underscores the responsibility of believers to be discerning in their influences and intentional in their encouragement of others.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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p. pr. & vb. n.) of Induce.
Greek
2124. eulabeia -- caution... Cognate: 2124 (from 2126 , "reverent, godly fear") -- properly, "a taking hold of
what God calls good"; "holy caution,"
inducing behavior. See 2126 ().
...5332. pharmakeus -- sorcerer.
... This has a "drugging" effect on the aspiring religious zealot,inducing them to
think they have "special spiritual powers" (that do operate in keeping with...
Library
MotivesInducing to Religion to be Examined...
... CHAPTER IV. Motivesinducing to religion to be examined? Sec. Sec. 1,
2, 3, 4, 5. Motivesinducing to religion to be examined....
Question Lxxxiii of Prayer
... But one thing is the cause of another in two ways: in one way, perfectly"namely,
asinducing a necessity"as happens when the effect comes entirely under...
Holy Wisdom: or, Directions for the Prayer of Contemplation
... Of a religious state.? CHAPTER IV. Motivesinducing to religion to be examined?
CHAPTER V. A religious person is not perfect by his profession.?...
If Unveiling be Proper, Why not Practise it Always, Out of the...
... Oehler, after Rig.). [320] ie, as Rig. quoted by Oehler explains it, ininducing
the heathens to practise it. [321] See Matthew 6:2....
The Singer of Pietism
... Schraeder, we are told, had been personally active ininducing Brorson to
leave his beloved Randrup and accept the call to T??nder....
The Gospel According to St. Mark
... Paul's rebuke of St. Peter. Possibly St. Mark followed the example of most of
the Jewish Christians at Antioch ininducing St. Peter and St....
Thirtieth Day. Not of the World.
... in it that would tend to deaden spirituality of heart; unfitting the mind for serious
thought, lowering the standard of Christian duty, andinducing a perilous...
A Poor Man's Cry, and what came of It
... with God. It is my heart's desire that those sheep who have come into the
fold may be the means ofinducing others to enter. You...
Enmity Between Man and Satan
... Both became evil through apostasy. The apostate is never at rest, except as he obtains
sympathy and support byinducing others to follow his example....
Enmity Between Man and Satan.
... Both became evil through apostasy. The apostate is never at rest, except as he obtains
sympathy and support byinducing others to follow his example....
Thesaurus
Inducing (2 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Inducing (2 Occurrences). Acts 18:13 "This man," they
said, "is
inducing people to offer unlawful worship to God." (WEY).
...Indulge (12 Occurrences)
Vast (54 Occurrences)
... and hear that, not in Ephesus only but throughout almost the whole province of Asia,
this fellow Paul has led away a vast number of people byinducing them to...
Unlawful (9 Occurrences)
... being Romans." (See NIV). Acts 18:13 "This man," they said, "isinducing
people to offer unlawful worship to God." (WEY). 1 Peter 4:3...
Jonathan (109 Occurrences)
... The spies informed their comrades of the ephod and teraphim and images there, and
they seized them,inducing Jonathan at the same time to accompany them as...
Galatians (2 Occurrences)
... influence of Judaizing teachers, sought to incorporate the rites of Judaism with
Christianity, and by their active zeal had succeeded ininducing the majority...
Induced (3 Occurrences)
Forgetful (4 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Heedless; careless; neglectful; inattentive. 3. (a.) Causing to forget;
inducing oblivion; oblivious. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia....
Men's (76 Occurrences)
... and hear that, not in Ephesus only but throughout almost the whole province of Asia,
this fellow Paul has led away a vast number of people byinducing them to...
Matter (263 Occurrences)
... no matter, and the like. 6. (n.)Inducing cause or occasion, especially of
anything disagreeable or distressing; difficulty; trouble....
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