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The concept of security in the Bible is multifaceted, encompassing physical safety, spiritual assurance, and divine protection. The term "securely" often appears in the context of God's provision and protection for His people, as well as the confidence believers can have in His promises.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the idea of living securely is frequently associated with the covenant relationship between God and Israel. When the Israelites obeyed God's commandments, they were promised security in the land.
Leviticus 25:18-19 states, "You are to keep My statutes and carefully observe My judgments, so that you may dwell securely in the land. Then the land will yield its fruit, so that you can eat your fill and dwell in safety upon it."
The Psalms often reflect a personal sense of security derived from trust in God.
Psalm 4:8 declares, "I will lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety." This verse highlights the peace and security that come from reliance on God, transcending external circumstances.
Prophetic AssuranceThe prophets also spoke of a future time when God's people would dwell securely. In
Jeremiah 23:5-6 , the promise of a righteous Branch from David's line is given: "In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness." This messianic prophecy points to a time of ultimate security under the reign of the Messiah.
New Testament FulfillmentIn the New Testament, the concept of security is deepened through the person and work of Jesus Christ. Believers find their ultimate security in the salvation He provides. In
John 10:28-29 , Jesus assures His followers, "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand." This passage emphasizes the eternal security of believers, grounded in the power and faithfulness of God.
Spiritual SecurityThe Apostle Paul further elaborates on the security believers have in Christ. In
Romans 8:38-39 , he writes, "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor principalities, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." This assurance of God's unbreakable love provides profound spiritual security.
Practical ImplicationsThe biblical understanding of living securely extends beyond mere physical safety to encompass a holistic sense of well-being rooted in God's presence and promises. Believers are encouraged to live in faith, trusting in God's provision and protection.
Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."
In summary, the biblical concept of security is deeply intertwined with faith in God, His covenant promises, and the redemptive work of Jesus Christ. It assures believers of both temporal safety and eternal salvation, encouraging a life of trust and obedience.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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adv.) In a secure manner; without fear or apprehension; without danger; safely.
Greek
806. asphalos -- safely... safely. Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: asphalos Phonetic Spelling:
(as-fal-oce') Short Definition: safely,
securely, assuredly Definition: safely
...803. asphaleia -- certainty, security
... Word Origin from asphales Definition certainty, security NASB Word Usage exact
truth (1), safety (1),securely (1). certainty, safety....
870. aphobos -- without fear
... Speech: Adverb Transliteration: aphobos Phonetic Spelling: (af-ob'-oce) Short
Definition: fearlessly Definition: fearlessly, shamelessly,securely, tranquilly....
1463. egkomboomai -- to put on oneself (as a garment)
... condition" and , "a roll, band, girth") -- properly, the condition in which someone
is secured (literally, "tucked up"); figuratively, clothed (securely girded...
1476. hedraios -- sitting, steadfast
... or base") -- properly, (solidly-based, well-seated); (figuratlively) steadfast
(firm), ; firm in purpose (mind); "well-stationed" (securely positioned), not...
Strong's Hebrew
7599. shaan -- to be at ease or at peace, restsecurely... shaan. 7600 . to be at ease or at peace, rest
securely. Transliteration: shaan
Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-an') Short Definition: ease. Word Origin a prim.
...7682. sagab -- to be (inaccessibly) high
... root Definition to be (inaccessibly) high NASB Word Usage exalted (7), high (4),
lifted (1), raises (1), safe (1),securely on high (1), set himsecurely on...
2388. chazaq -- to be or grow firm or strong, strengthen
... strength (1), encourage (4), encourage* (1), encouraged (2), encouraged* (3),
encouragement (1), encourages (1), established himselfsecurely (1), fasten (1...
983. betach -- security
... 982, 983. betach. 984 . security. Transliteration: betach Phonetic Spelling:
(beh'takh) Short Definition:securely. Word Origin...
Library
That the Friendship of Good Men Cannot beSecurely Rested In, So...
... Book XIX. Chapter 8."That the Friendship of Good Men Cannot BeSecurely Rested
In, So Long as the Dangers of This Life Force Us to Be Anxious....
The Song of a City, and the Pearl of Peace
... refuge. We have a burgess-ship in the new Jerusalem which is the mother
of us all; and within that strong city we dwellsecurely....
Sufficient Assurance May be had that Inspirations are from God. .....
... are from God. Sec. Sec. 4, 5, 6, 7. A soul, therefore, maysecurely commit
herself to God's guidance; and why? Sec. 8. No danger...
God be with You. PM Parting Blessing.
... Parting Blessing. God be with you till we meet again, By his counsels guide, uphold
you, With his sheepsecurely fold you, God be with you till we meet again....
We do not Here Treat of all Kinds of Mortification or virtues...
... 11. Lastly, by the means of contemplative prayer in an internal life, virtues are
most easily obtained, mostsecurely possessed, and most perfectly practised....
Paul's Persuasion
... That love is going tosecurely hold you through them all.... Rely upon it. It will
never fail you. It willsecurely hold you in the gales of life....
Luke x. The Latter Part of the 25Th Verse.
... of coming to a true Resolution of this Question; and where it is that we may expect
such an account of this Affair, as we may safely, andsecurely, depend upon...
How a Soul is to Behave Herself to Obtain Light in Doubtful Cases...
... our own imagination or perhaps natural inclination for the divine light and motion,
whereas such divine light is most effectually andsecurely, yea, and seldom...
"And Watch unto Prayer. "
... When he is at peace and dwellssecurely, as the people of Laish, he troubles himself
with nothing, but dreams over his days, but that is a decaying condition....
Two Things to be Observed in Gratuitous Justification.
... Never could any one restsecurely in it, for never could he feel fully assured that
he had fully satisfied the law; and it is certain that no man ever fully...
Thesaurus
Securely (43 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Securely (43 Occurrences).
... 1 Corinthians 10:12 So then
let him who thinks he is standing
securely beware of falling. (WEY).
...Despite (18 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:26 They shall dwellsecurely therein; yes, they shall build houses, and
plant vineyards, and shall dwellsecurely, when I have executed judgments on...
Disdain (6 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:26 And they shall dwellsecurely therein; yea, they shall build houses,
and plant vineyards, and shall dwellsecurely, when I have executed...
Maligned (3 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:26 They shall dwellsecurely therein; yes, they shall build houses, and
plant vineyards, and shall dwellsecurely, when I have executed judgments on...
Careless (10 Occurrences)
... the American Standard Revised Version, Judges 18:7); "careless Ethiopians" (Ezekiel
30:9). "Thou that dwellest carelessly" ("sittestsecurely" the Revised...
Carelessly (5 Occurrences)
... the American Standard Revised Version, Judges 18:7); "careless Ethiopians" (Ezekiel
30:9). "Thou that dwellest carelessly" ("sittestsecurely" the Revised...
Surely (587 Occurrences)
... 1. (adv.) In a sure or certain manner; certainly; infallibly; undoubtedly; assuredly.
2. (adv.) Without danger; firmly; steadly;securely. Int....
Inflict (25 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:26 They shall dwellsecurely therein; yes, they shall build houses, and
plant vineyards, and shall dwellsecurely, when I have executed judgments on...
Secure (78 Occurrences)
... Christ.Securely is used in the sense of "trustful," "not anticipating danger"
(Proverbs 3:29 Micah 2:8; Ecclesiasticus 4:15). The...
Security (41 Occurrences)
... Christ.Securely is used in the sense of "trustful," "not anticipating danger"
(Proverbs 3:29 Micah 2:8; Ecclesiasticus 4:15). The...
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