Topical Encyclopedia
The term "realised" in a biblical context often refers to the recognition or understanding of spiritual truths, divine promises, or prophetic fulfillments. This concept is woven throughout Scripture as individuals and communities come to understand God's will and His workings in their lives.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the realization of God's promises is a recurring theme. For instance, the Israelites' journey from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land is a narrative of promises realized. God’s covenant with Abraham, which included the promise of land, descendants, and blessing (
Genesis 12:1-3), finds its initial realization in the Exodus and the eventual settlement in Canaan. The realization of these promises is often accompanied by a deepened understanding of God's faithfulness and sovereignty.
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the concept of realization is closely tied to the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. The realization of Old Testament prophecies concerning the Messiah is a central theme. Jesus Himself speaks of this realization in
Luke 4:21 : "He began by saying, 'Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.'" Here, Jesus declares the realization of Isaiah's prophecy concerning the coming of the Anointed One.
The realization of spiritual truths is also evident in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. For example, the disciples often come to a fuller understanding of Jesus' identity and mission after His resurrection. In
John 2:22 , it is noted, "After He was raised from the dead, His disciples remembered that He had said this. Then they believed the Scripture and the word that Jesus had spoken."
Theological ImplicationsTheologically, the realization of God's promises and truths is an ongoing process for believers. The Apostle Paul speaks to this in
2 Corinthians 1:20 : "For all the promises of God are 'Yes' in Christ. And so through Him, our 'Amen' is spoken to the glory of God." This verse underscores the belief that in Christ, all of God's promises find their ultimate realization.
The concept of realized eschatology is also significant in Christian theology. This perspective holds that certain aspects of the Kingdom of God are already realized in the present age through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. While the full consummation of the Kingdom awaits Christ's return, believers experience a foretaste of its realities now.
Practical ApplicationFor Christians, the realization of God's promises and truths calls for a response of faith and obedience. As believers grow in their understanding of Scripture and the work of the Holy Spirit, they are called to live in light of these realized truths. This involves trusting in God's faithfulness, embracing the identity and mission given in Christ, and participating in the ongoing work of the Kingdom.
In summary, the concept of "realised" in the Bible encompasses the fulfillment of divine promises, the understanding of spiritual truths, and the present experience of God's Kingdom. It invites believers to recognize and respond to God's active presence and work in their lives.
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A Pair of Friends
... But also, high above both these conceptions of a devout life is the one which is
suggested by my text, and which, as you remember, wasrealised in the case of...
Peace and victory
... He promises a peace which co-exists with tribulation and disturbance, a peace
which isrealised in and through conflict and struggle....
Appendix ii (To 1-4 of Part I)
... that the Church was compelled to adopt towards prophecy since the middle of the
second century, repressed the tendency that would haverealised itself in No.1....
Contrasted Services
... other. There is but one deliverance from the sway of self, and it isrealised
in the liberty wherewith Christ has made us free....
Redemption (Continued)
... Now all this, the consummation and glorious fruit of our humanity, holiness, union
with God, life eternal, we see alreadyrealised in Jesus Christ, the Son of...
The Anglican Reform
... When Henry VIIIrealised that the Monastic Orders remained unshaken in their loyalty
to the Papacy, and that the title of "Supreme Head of the Church," which...
Two Innumerable Series
... He thinks not only of God's wonderful works, Hisrealised purposes of mercy, but
of 'His thoughts which are to us-ward,' the purposes, still more wonderful, of...
The Fight with Wild Beasts at Ephesus
... world. Paul had his plan, and God had His, and Paul's was notrealised in
the fashion he had meant, but it wasrealised in substance....
On Appeal.
... Now, it is well that the nature of the work, its greatness and the hardness
of it, should be fullyrealised and constantly remembered....
Six Years in North Bengal --Missionary and Indigo Planter
... Thomas was to practise his profession; and their first year's income of L150 had,
in those days when the foreign exchanges were unknown, to berealised by the...
Thesaurus
Realised (2 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Realised (2 Occurrences). Acts 4:34 And, in fact,
there was not a needy man among them, for all who were
...Needy (83 Occurrences)
... in fact, there was not a needy man among them, for all who were possessors of lands
or houses sold them, and brought the money which theyrealised, (WEY NAS...
Realities (1 Occurrence)
Realise (1 Occurrence)
Fact (98 Occurrences)
... 34 And, in fact, there was not a needy man among them, for all who were possessors
of lands or houses sold them, and brought the money which theyrealised, (WEY...
Passeth (100 Occurrences)
... Job 11:6 And that he would shew thee the secrets of wisdom, how that they are the
double of what isrealised; and know that +God passeth by much of thine...
Money (284 Occurrences)
... in fact, there was not a needy man among them, for all who were possessors of lands
or houses sold them, and brought the money which theyrealised, (WEY BBE NIV...
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