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In the context of biblical teachings, the concept of "avoids" often relates to the actions and decisions that believers are encouraged to take in order to maintain a life of holiness and righteousness. The Bible provides numerous instructions and examples of behaviors and situations that should be avoided to live in accordance with God's will.
Avoiding Sin and TemptationThe Bible frequently admonishes believers to avoid sin and the temptations that lead to it. In
Proverbs 4:14-15, it is written, "Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers. Avoid it; do not travel on it; turn from it and go on your way." This passage emphasizes the importance of steering clear of sinful paths and influences.
The New Testament also addresses the need to avoid sin. In
1 Thessalonians 5:22, Paul instructs the church to "abstain from every form of evil." This directive underscores the comprehensive nature of avoiding not only overt sin but also any appearance or form of evil that could lead one astray.
Avoiding Foolish and Controversial DisputesScripture advises believers to avoid engaging in foolish and unproductive arguments. In
2 Timothy 2:23, Paul advises Timothy, "But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling." This counsel is aimed at maintaining peace and unity within the Christian community by avoiding unnecessary disputes that do not edify or build up the body of Christ.
Similarly,
Titus 3:9 warns, "But avoid foolish controversies, genealogies, arguments, and quarrels about the Law, because these are unprofitable and useless." This instruction highlights the importance of focusing on sound doctrine and meaningful discussions rather than getting entangled in debates that do not contribute to spiritual growth.
Avoiding Idolatry and False TeachingsThe Bible also calls for the avoidance of idolatry and false teachings. In
1 Corinthians 10:14, Paul exhorts the believers, "Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry." This command reflects the seriousness with which idolatry is viewed, as it represents a turning away from the one true God.
In addition, believers are warned to avoid false teachings and those who propagate them.
Romans 16:17 states, "Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them." This passage emphasizes the need for discernment and the avoidance of influences that could lead one away from the truth of the Gospel.
Avoiding Sexual ImmoralitySexual immorality is another area where avoidance is strongly emphasized. In
1 Corinthians 6:18, Paul instructs, "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." This directive highlights the unique and profound impact of sexual sin and the necessity of avoiding it to maintain personal and spiritual integrity.
Avoiding the Love of MoneyThe love of money is identified as a root of many evils, and believers are cautioned to avoid it. In
1 Timothy 6:10-11, Paul writes, "For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. But you, O man of God, flee from these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness." This passage contrasts the destructive nature of greed with the virtues that should be pursued instead.
In summary, the biblical concept of "avoids" encompasses a wide range of behaviors and influences that believers are instructed to steer clear of in order to live a life that honors God and reflects His holiness. Through the guidance of Scripture, Christians are equipped to discern and avoid the pitfalls that can hinder their spiritual journey.
Greek
3115. makrothumia -- patience, long-suffering... before expressing anger. This
avoids the premature use of force (retribution)
that rises out of improper anger (a ). 3115 ("divinely
...5544. chrestotes -- goodness, excellence, uprightness
... Hence 5544 () is listed as (Gal 5:22). With the believer, 5544 ("divine ") is the
goodness which meets the need andavoids human harshness (cruelty)....
4236. praotes -- meekness.
... 4236 ("strength in gentleness")avoids unnecessary harshness, yet without
compromising or being too slow to use necessary force....
2117. euthus -- straight, straightway
... zig-zags (detours); (not crooked, bent); (figuratively) ; acting , "straightway,"
taking a path from "God's point A" to "God's point B" whichavoids(deviations...
Library
PelagiusAvoids the Question as to Why Baptism is Necessary for...
... On Original Sin. Chapter 21 [XIX.]"PelagiusAvoids the Question as to Why Baptism
is Necessary for Infants. Now it is to no purpose that he says all this....
On the Words of the Gospel, Luke xii. 56, 58, "Ye Know How to...
... incessant in human things, we doubtless through our frailness are in daily dread
of; and if these chances come not, yet time goes on; a manavoids this stroke...
The Almost Christian
... he not onlyavoids all actual adultery, fornication, and uncleanness, but every
word or look that either directly or indirectly tends thereto; nay, and all...
The Story of Job
... For there is no man like him on the earth, blameless and upright, who reveres God
andavoids evil." Satan answered, "But is it for nothing that Job reveres God...
Whether to Decline from Evil and to do Good are Parts of Justice?
... Objection 2: Further, a gloss on Ps.33:15, "Turn away from evil and do good," says:
"The former," ie to turn away from evil, "avoids sin, the latter," ie to do...
Whether the Seventh Beatitude Corresponds to the Gift of Wisdom?
... James said with reason that "the wisdom that is from above" (and this is the gift
of the Holy Ghost) "first indeed is chaste," because itavoids the corruption...
The King James Version as English Literature
... A definite movement was on to refine the language by foreign decorations. Not even
Shakespeareavoids it always. No writer of the timeavoids it wholly....
Blessed Prosperity Meditations on the First Psalm.
... of this Psalm! He is happy in what he escapes oravoids, and happy and
prospered in what he undertakes. The first characteristic...
Now I Thought at that Time that all Men were Judged Worthy of the...
... For as the unrighteous man and the good, the man who sweareth a false oath, and
the man whoavoids swearing altogether, were suspected by me to be driving...
The Art of Talking
... The best type of talker is slow to express positive opinions, is sparing in
criticism, and studiouslyavoids a tone or word of finality....
Thesaurus
Avoids (3 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Avoids (3 Occurrences). Romans 13:10 Love
avoids doing
any wrong to one's fellow man, and is therefore complete obedience to Law.
...One's (59 Occurrences)
... esteem. (WEY). Romans 13:10 Loveavoids doing any wrong to one's fellow
man, and is therefore complete obedience to Law. (WEY WBS)....
Forgiveness (124 Occurrences)
... in fact such an attitude on the part of God was without such a foundation as was
later supplied by an adequate atonement, and so the apostleavoids saying that...
Avoiding (3 Occurrences)
Avouch
Scorn (65 Occurrences)
... 2. The force of the word has been well indicated by Cheyne, who says that the "scorner
(scoffer) is one who despises that which is holy andavoids the company...
Complete (246 Occurrences)
... God. (BBE). Romans 13:10 Loveavoids doing any wrong to one's fellow man, and
is therefore complete obedience to Law. (WEY BBE). Romans...
Transfiguration
... 3. Jebel Jermuk: The present writer has ventured to suggest an identification which
at leastavoids the difficulties that beset the above (Expository Times...
Wrong (391 Occurrences)
... (WEY RSV NIV). Romans 13:10 Loveavoids doing any wrong to one's fellow man,
and is therefore complete obedience to Law. (WEY BBE NAS RSV)....
Reconciliation (11 Occurrences)
... But, perhaps, just because that first reconciliation is brought about through the
divine love which provides the propitiation, the apostleavoids saying "God...
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