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The term "involved" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of being involved, particularly in the context of relationships, responsibilities, and spiritual commitments, is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings on how individuals are to engage with God, others, and the world around them.
Involvement with GodThe Bible emphasizes the importance of being actively involved in a relationship with God. This involvement is characterized by love, obedience, and worship. In
Deuteronomy 6:5 , it is written, "And you shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength." This verse underscores the comprehensive nature of our involvement with God, requiring a wholehearted commitment.
In the New Testament, Jesus reiterates this commandment as the greatest, emphasizing the necessity of prioritizing one's relationship with God above all else (
Matthew 22:37-38). The involvement with God is not passive but requires active participation through prayer, study of Scripture, and living a life that reflects His teachings.
Involvement in the ChurchThe early church provides a model of communal involvement among believers.
Acts 2:42 states, "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." This verse highlights the active participation of believers in the life of the church, including teaching, fellowship, and communal worship.
The Apostle Paul further elaborates on the concept of involvement within the body of Christ, using the metaphor of the church as a body with many parts. In
1 Corinthians 12:27 , he writes, "Now you are the body of Christ, and each of you is a member of it." This passage emphasizes the importance of each believer's involvement and contribution to the functioning and health of the church.
Involvement with OthersThe Bible also speaks to the importance of being involved in the lives of others, particularly through acts of love and service.
Galatians 6:2 instructs, "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This verse calls believers to be actively engaged in supporting and caring for one another, reflecting the love of Christ in their interactions.
Jesus' parable of the Good Samaritan (
Luke 10:25-37) further illustrates the call to be involved in the lives of others, regardless of social or ethnic boundaries. The Samaritan's willingness to help a stranger in need serves as a powerful example of compassionate involvement.
Involvement in the WorldWhile believers are called to be separate from the sinful practices of the world, they are also called to be involved in it as ambassadors of Christ. In
Matthew 5:14-16 , Jesus declares, "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden... In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." This passage encourages believers to be actively involved in the world, demonstrating the love and truth of God through their actions.
The Great Commission (
Matthew 28:19-20) further emphasizes the call to involvement, as Jesus commands His followers to "go and make disciples of all nations." This directive involves teaching, baptizing, and spreading the gospel, requiring believers to engage with the world in meaningful and transformative ways.
In summary, while the specific term "involved" may not appear in the Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the teachings and examples found throughout Scripture. Believers are called to be actively engaged in their relationship with God, the church, others, and the world, reflecting the love and truth of Christ in all aspects of life.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
imp. & p. p.) of Involve.
2. (a.) Same as Involute.
Greek
1777. enochos -- held in, bound by, liable to (a condition...... a condition, penalty or imputation). Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration:
enochos Phonetic Spelling: (en'-okh-os) Short Definition:
involved in, liable
...4909. suneudokeo -- to join in approving
... 4909 (from 4862 , "identity " and 2106 , "seems good") -- properly, to in a "" (),
in keeping with theinvolved (note the ); to cooperate with a partner to...
1707. empleko -- to weave in, to entwine, ie to involve with
... Verb Transliteration: empleko Phonetic Spelling: (em-plek'-o) Short Definition:
I enfold, entangle Definition: I enfold, entangle; pass: I aminvolved in....
5442. phulasso -- to guard, watch
... Thus 5442 () is often used in the NT in the Greek voice meaning, " be on guard
against," stressing the constant,involved with the guarding....
533. aparneomai -- to deny
... 720 () already means "," so 533 () suggests "" (especially the ). That is,
utterly to recognize the original sourceinvolved. Hence...
4576. sebo -- to worship
... of someone who is . [4576 () always occurs in the in the NT, accounting
for theinvolved.]. Word Origin a prim. verb Definition to...
5548. chrio -- to anoint
... Anointing (literally)involved rubbing olive oil on the head, etc., especially to
present someone as (appointed by God) to serve as prophet, priest or king, etc...
350. anakrino -- to examine, investigate
... Lightfoot, , 181f). [The prefix 303 ("up") shows theinvolved that takes
("judging/separating") to its needed conclusion. Accordingly, 350...
3134. marana tha -- (our) Lord, come!
... hand). 3134 () -- " an term derived from two roots which literally mean, ""
(perfect tense in Aramaic, emphasizing theinvolved)....
3132. manteuomai -- to divine
... Spelling: (mant-yoo'-om-ahee) Short Definition: I practice soothsaying Definition:
I divine, practice soothsaying, suggesting the fraudinvolved in the practice...
Library
The System of the Moral Universe not PurposelyInvolved in...
... Section III. The system of the moral universe not purposelyinvolved in
obscurity to teach us a lesson of humility. But the assertion...
It is Probable that Children areInvolved in the Guilt not Only of...
... Chapter 46."It is Probable that Children areInvolved in the Guilt Not Only
of the First Pair, But of Their Own Immediate Parents....
In Adam's First Sin, Many Kinds of Sin wereInvolved.
... Chapter 45."In Adam's First Sin, Many Kinds of Sin WereInvolved. However,
even in that one sin, which "by one man entered into...
The Conclusion Drawn, that all areInvolved in Original Sin.
... A Treatise on the Merits and Forgiveness of Sins, and on the Baptism of Infants
Chapter 39 [XXVI.]"The Conclusion Drawn, that All areInvolved in Original Sin...
Matthew's Story of the Entry into Jerusalem. DifficultiesInvolved...
... Tenth Book. 17. Matthew's Story of the Entry into Jerusalem. Difficulties
Involved in It for Those Who Take It Literally. We have...
Of the Error in which the Doctrine of Origen isInvolved.
... Book XI. Chapter 23."Of the Error in Which the Doctrine of Origen isInvolved.
But it is much more surprising that some even of...
He Concludes that all Men Need the Death of Christ, that they May...
... Unbaptized Infants Will BeInvolved in the Condemnation of the Devil. How All Men
Through Adam are Unto Condemnation; And Through Christ Unto Justification....
Preface
... Does that mean to me evil or good? What are the great principlesinvolved? How
long will the controversy continue? What will be its ending?...
The Auburn Declaration. AD 1837.
... at Auburn, New York, Aug., 1837, as expressing their matured views, and those of
the churches and ministry represented by them, on the several topicsinvolved....
Christ's Cross and Ours
... but closely connected parts: the disciples' confession of Christ by Peters mouth,
the revelation to them of Christ's sufferings as necessarilyinvolved in His...
Thesaurus
Involved (10 Occurrences)...Involved (10 Occurrences).
... (See NIV). 1 Timothy 2:14 and Adam was not deceived, but
his wife was thoroughly deceived, and so became
involved in transgression.
...Involve (2 Occurrences)
... 8. (vt) To raise to any assigned power; to multiply, as a quantity, into itself
a given number of times; as, a quantityinvolved to the third or fourth power....
Nazarite (8 Occurrences)
... The vow of a Nazariteinvolved these three things, (1) abstinence from wine and
strong drink, (2) refraining from cutting the hair off the head during the...
Onesiphorus (2 Occurrences)
... But to do this, though it was only his duty,involved much personal danger
at that particular time. For the persecution, inaugurated...
Implied (2 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Virtuallyinvolved or included;involved in substance; inferential; tacitly
conceded; -- the correlative of express, or expressed. See Imply. 2. (imp....
Engaged (31 Occurrences)
... 4. (a.) Greatly interested; of awakened zeal; earnest. 5. (a.)Involved; esp.,involved
in a hostile encounter; as, the engaged ships continued the fight....
Sin (782 Occurrences)
... Itinvolved in it, (1) the sin of unbelief, virtually making God a liar;
and (2) the guilt of disobedience to a positive command....
Keys (2 Occurrences)
... kez I. THE PROBLEMSINVOLVED 1. The Keys; and the Binding and Loosing 2. Meaning
of the Statements 3. How Peter Is Related to These Powers 4. Is the Primary...
Quotations
... 1. Unity of the Two Dispensations 2. Biblical Movement Planned from the Beginning
3. The Old Testament Accepted as Authoritative 4. IssueInvolved in Foregoing...
Jehoash (28 Occurrences)
... had used when Elijah was carried up into heaven: "O my father, my father, the chariot
of Israel and the horsemen thereof." He was afterwardsinvolved in war...
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