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The term "selected" in the context of the Bible often refers to the concept of being chosen or set apart by God for a specific purpose or mission. This idea is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, where individuals, groups, and even nations are selected by God to fulfill His divine will and purposes.
Old Testament ContextIn the Old Testament, the concept of being selected is prominently seen in the calling of the patriarchs and the nation of Israel. Abraham is a prime example, as God selected him to be the father of a great nation.
Genesis 12:1-3 records God's call to Abram: "Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing."
The nation of Israel itself is described as God's chosen people.
Deuteronomy 7:6 states, "For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession." This selection was not based on Israel's merit but on God's love and faithfulness to His covenant.
New Testament ContextIn the New Testament, the theme of being selected continues with the calling of the disciples and the early church. Jesus selected His twelve apostles to be His closest followers and to carry on His mission after His ascension.
Mark 3:13-14 notes, "Jesus went up on the mountain and called for those He wanted, and they came to Him. He appointed twelve of them, whom He designated as apostles, to accompany Him, to be sent out to preach."
The concept of selection extends to all believers in Christ.
Ephesians 1:4 declares, "For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence." This selection is part of God's eternal plan and is based on His grace and purpose.
Theological ImplicationsThe idea of being selected by God carries significant theological implications. It underscores God's sovereignty and His active role in the unfolding of history. Those who are selected are called to live in accordance with God's will, reflecting His character and purposes in the world. This selection is both a privilege and a responsibility, as it involves participating in God's redemptive work.
Practical ApplicationFor believers today, understanding the concept of being selected can inspire a sense of purpose and identity. It encourages Christians to live lives that are set apart for God's service, embracing the call to be witnesses of His love and truth. The knowledge of being chosen by God can also provide comfort and assurance, knowing that one's life is part of a greater divine plan.
ConclusionThe biblical theme of being selected is a profound reminder of God's initiative in choosing individuals and communities to fulfill His purposes. It highlights the relationship between divine sovereignty and human responsibility, calling believers to live in faithful response to God's gracious selection.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Select.
Greek
1588. eklektos -- select, by impl. favorite... Cognate: 1588 (an adjective, derived from 1586 , "to select, choose," also used
as a substantive/noun) -- properly,
selected (chosen from, out of), especially
...Strong's Hebrew
977. bachar -- to choose... 2), choose (40), chooses (22), choosing (1), chose (21), chosen (67), desired (2),
men (1), preferred (1), require (1), select (1),
selected (1),
selected from
...3947. laqach -- to take
... placed (2), procured (2), put (1), raise (3), receive (20), received (12), receives
(3), receiving (1), seize (3), seized (2), select (1),selected (1), sent (1...
8446. tur -- to seek out, spy out, explore
... to seek out, spy out, explore NASB Word Usage explore (1), explored (1), explores
(1), follow (1), guide (1), investigate (1), seek (2),selected (1), spied (5...
970. bachur -- a young man
... Or bachur {baw-khoor'}; participle passive of bachar; properly,selected, ie A youth
(often collective) -- (choice) young (man), chosen, X hole....
914. badal -- to be divided, separate
... over (1), dismissed (1), divide (1), excluded (2), made a separation (1),
made...distinction (1), make a distinction (3), partition (1),selected (1), separate...
7200. raah -- to see
... alive (1), saw (310), search (1), see (410), see as a sees (1), see plainly (1),
seeing (5), seemed (1), seen (153), sees (32), select (1),selected (1), show...
Library
sermons onselected lessons of the new testament
sermons onselected lessons of the new testament. <. sermons onselected lessons
of the new testament Saint Augustine. Table of Contents. Title Page....
Selected Sermons of George Whitefield
Selected Sermons of George Whitefield. <.Selected Sermons of George Whitefield
George Whitefield. Table of Contents. Title Page. Table of Contents....
Selected Sermons of Schleiermacher
Selected Sermons of Schleiermacher. <.Selected Sermons of Schleiermacher
Friedrich Schleiermacher. Table of Contents. Title Page....
Sermons onSelected Lessons of the Gospels.
sermons onselected lessons of the new testament. <.... INDEXES OF
SUBJECTS. SERMONS ONSELECTED LESSONS OF THE GOSPELS....
That Fifty Men wereSelected to Carry the Cross.
... Book II. Chapter VIII."That Fifty Men wereselected to carry the Cross.
Accordingly, heselected those of his bodyguard who were...
St. Luke's Gospel,Selected by Marcion as his Authority, and...
... Chapter II."St. Luke's Gospel,Selected by Marcion as His Authority, and
Mutilated by Him. The Other Gospels Equally Authoritative....
Augustin Adduces a PassageSelected from the Preface of Julianus....
... Book II. Chapter 7 [III.]"Augustin Adduces a PassageSelected from the
Preface of Julianus. (See "The Unfinished Work," i. 73.)....
The Book of Pastoral Rule. Preface.
... THE Book of Pastoral Rule, andSelected Epistles, OF GREGORY THE GREAT BISHOP
OF ROME, The Book of Pastoral Rule. Preface. The title...
The Fifth PassageSelected by Him for Blame is the Most Important...
... 26. The fifth passageselected by him for blame is the most important, that
in which I explain the statement of the Apostle. "From...
St. Augustin: Sermons onSelected Lessons of the New Testament
... St. AUGUSTIN: sermons onselected lessons of the new testament. translated
by the rev. rg macmullen, ma,. edited by. philip schaff, dd....
Thesaurus
Selected (23 Occurrences)...Selected (23 Occurrences). Luke 6:13 When it was day, He called His disciples; and
He
selected from among them twelve, whom He also named Apostles. (WEY).
...Zabdi (17 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV BBE DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). Joshua 7:17 He brought near the
family of Judah; and heselected the family of the Zerahites....
Elect (32 Occurrences)
... ELECT. e-lekt': That is, "chosen," "selected." In the Old Testament the word represents
derivatives of bachar, elegit; In the New Testament eklektos....
Choice (113 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) A sufficient number to choose among. 5. (n.) The thing or person chosen;
that which is approved andselected in preference to others; selection....
Select (13 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Taken from a number by preference; picked out as more valuable or excellent
than others; of special value or excellence; nicely chosen;selected; choice...
Zimri (16 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Joshua 7:17 He brought near the family of Judah; and heselected
the family of the Zerahites. He brought near the family...
Elder (34 Occurrences)
... Seventy of them attended on him at the giving of the law (Exodus 24:1). Seventy
also wereselected from the whole number to bear with Moses the burden of the...
Zerahites (5 Occurrences)
... (WEB JPS ASV BBE NAS). Joshua 7:17 He brought near the family of Judah; and
heselected the family of the Zerahites. He brought near...
Approval (75 Occurrences)
... Acts 6:5 The suggestion met with general approval, and theyselected Stephen, a
man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon...
Tabeel (2 Occurrences)
... Compare the principle of selection of heads of tens, fifties, etc., Exodus 18:13,
seventy beingselected from a previous body of elders); compare Jahwist(J...
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