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The term "preserveth" is an archaic form of the word "preserves," which is frequently used in the Bible to describe God's protective and sustaining power over His creation and His people. This concept is deeply rooted in the understanding of God's providence and care, emphasizing His role as a guardian and sustainer.
Divine Protection and SustenanceThe Bible often speaks of God's preservation as an assurance of His constant vigilance and care over His people. In
Psalm 121:7-8 , it is written, "The LORD will guard you from all evil; He will preserve your soul. The LORD will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore." This passage highlights the comprehensive nature of God's protection, extending to all aspects of life and time.
Preservation of the RighteousGod's preservation is particularly associated with the righteous, those who live in accordance with His will.
Proverbs 2:8 states, "to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints." Here, the preservation of the righteous is linked to their adherence to justice and righteousness, suggesting a reciprocal relationship between divine protection and human obedience.
Preservation in Times of TroubleThe theme of preservation is also prominent in contexts of adversity and danger.
Psalm 41:2 declares, "The LORD will protect and preserve him; He will bless him in the land and will not surrender him to the will of his foes." This assurance of preservation amidst trials is a recurring theme, offering comfort and hope to believers facing persecution or hardship.
Preservation of Life and CreationBeyond individual protection, the concept of preservation extends to all of creation. In
Nehemiah 9:6 , it is proclaimed, "You alone are the LORD. You created the heavens, the highest heavens with all their host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to all things, and the host of heaven worships You." This verse underscores God's role as the sustainer of life, maintaining the order and existence of the universe.
Eternal PreservationThe ultimate expression of God's preservation is found in the promise of eternal life. In
John 10:28 , Jesus assures His followers, "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand." This promise of eternal security reflects the enduring nature of God's preservation, extending beyond temporal life into eternity.
Human Responsibility and Divine PreservationWhile God's preservation is a divine act, Scripture also emphasizes human responsibility in maintaining a relationship with God.
Jude 1:21 advises believers to "keep yourselves in the love of God as you await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you eternal life." This suggests that while God preserves, believers are called to remain faithful and obedient, actively participating in the relationship with their Creator.
In summary, the concept of "preserveth" in the Bible encapsulates God's protective, sustaining, and eternal care for His creation and His people, highlighting His role as a faithful guardian and provider.
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The Sovereignty of God in Operation
... this blessed truth. "Hepreserveth the souls of His saints; He delivereth
them out of the hand of the wicked" (Psa.97:10). "For the...
The Dryness of Preachers, and the Various Evils which Arise from...
... "The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple" (Psalm 19:7). "The Lord
preserveth the simple: I was brought low, and He helped me" (Psalm 116:6)....
Bit and Bridle: How to Escape Them
... "The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek: will he teach his way." "The
Lordpreserveth the simple." The upright, who can no longer trust their own...
Es Wollt' Uns Gott Genaedig Sein. May God unto us Gracious Be.
... thou the sceptre, Lord, dost wield Sin to thyself subjecting; Thy Word, thy people's
pasture-field, And fence their feet protecting, Them in the waypreserveth...
March 6 Morning
... MARCH 6 MORNING. Hepreserveth the way of his saints."PROV.2:8. The Lord
your God . . . went in the way before you, to search you...
The Eighth Passage. In what Sense He is Said not to Sin who is...
... his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin.' [1555] Also elsewhere: Whosoever
is born of God sinneth not; because his being born of Godpreserveth him, and...
section ii.
... Thus He sweetneth the Water with a Wood, [28]preserveth the Creatures in the Ark,
which the blast of His mouth might have as easily created; for God is like a...
Prayer.
... It is grace that chooses, it is grace that calleth; it is grace thatpreserveth,
and it is grace that brings to glory, even the grace that, like a river of...
On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. xxv. 1, "Then Shall the Kingdom...
... If there be a virgin, and one who carries lamps, who yet is not admitted; where
shall he see himself, who neitherpreserveth a virginity from things unlawful...
The Satisfier of all Desires
... These are glanced at in the context, 'He also will hear their cry, and will save
them'; 'the Lordpreserveth all them that love Him.' That is to say, there are...
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Preserveth (15 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Preserveth (15 Occurrences). Job 24:22 Yet 'God'
preserveth the mighty by his power: He riseth up that hath no assurance of life.
...Keepeth (60 Occurrences)
... JPS ASV DBY WBS). Proverbs 2:8 He keepeth the paths of judgment, andpreserveth
the way of his saints. (KJV WBS). Proverbs 10:17 He...
Preserving (10 Occurrences)
Upholdeth (8 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). Psalms 146:9 Jehovahpreserveth the sojourners; He upholdeth
the fatherless and widow; But the way of the wicked he turneth upside down....
Trusteth (30 Occurrences)
... terrors. (See JPS ASV). Job 24:22 Yet Godpreserveth the mighty by his power:
He riseth up that hath no assurance of life. (See JPS)....
Repayeth (16 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Psalms 31:23 Oh love Jehovah, all ye his saints: Jehovahpreserveth the faithful,
And plentifully rewardeth him that dealeth proudly. (See JPS)....
Rendereth (4 Occurrences)
... hearts consider it? And he thatpreserveth thy soul, he knoweth it; and
he rendereth to man according to his work. (DBY). Isaiah 66...
Rights (35 Occurrences)
... Job 36:6 Hepreserveth not the life of the wicked; but giveth to the poor their
right. (See NIV). Psalms 82:3 "Defend the weak, the poor, and the fatherless....
Requiteth (1 Occurrence)
... Requiteth (1 Occurrence). Psalms 31:23 Love Jehovah, all ye his saints. Jehovah
preserveth the faithful, and plentifully requiteth the proud doer. (DBY)....
Relieveth (1 Occurrence)
... Psalms 146:9 The LORDpreserveth the strangers; he relieveth the fatherless and
widow: but the way of the wicked he turneth upside down. (KJV WBS)....
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