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In the context of the Bible, "statements" refer to the declarations, proclamations, and affirmations made by God, Jesus Christ, prophets, apostles, and other biblical figures. These statements are foundational to understanding the doctrines, teachings, and historical narratives within the Scriptures. They serve as a means of conveying divine truth, moral guidance, and prophetic insight.
Divine StatementsGod's statements in the Bible are often direct and authoritative, reflecting His sovereignty and holiness. In the Old Testament, God frequently speaks through prophets, delivering commands, promises, and judgments. For example, in
Exodus 3:14, God reveals His eternal nature to Moses with the statement, "I AM WHO I AM." This declaration underscores God's self-existence and unchanging nature.
In the New Testament, God's statements are also conveyed through the words of Jesus Christ, who is the Word made flesh (
John 1:14). Jesus' teachings, parables, and proclamations are central to the New Testament narrative. In
John 14:6, Jesus makes a profound statement about His identity and mission: "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me."
Prophetic StatementsProphetic statements in the Bible are messages delivered by prophets who are inspired by the Holy Spirit. These statements often include calls to repentance, warnings of impending judgment, and promises of future restoration. For instance, the prophet Isaiah makes a significant statement about the coming Messiah: "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders" (
Isaiah 9:6).
Prophetic statements are not limited to the Old Testament. In the New Testament, the Apostle John records the prophetic visions he received in the Book of Revelation. These statements provide insight into the end times and the ultimate victory of Christ over evil.
Apostolic StatementsThe apostles, as foundational leaders of the early Church, made numerous statements that are recorded in the New Testament. These statements often clarify theological truths, provide ethical instructions, and encourage believers in their faith. The Apostle Paul, in his epistles, makes many doctrinal statements that have shaped Christian theology. For example, in
Romans 10:9, Paul states, "If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved."
Moral and Ethical StatementsThe Bible contains numerous moral and ethical statements that guide believers in righteous living. The Ten Commandments, found in
Exodus 20:1-17, are a foundational set of moral statements given by God to the Israelites. These commandments outline duties to God and fellow humans, emphasizing principles such as honesty, fidelity, and respect for life.
In the New Testament, Jesus expands on these moral teachings in the Sermon on the Mount. His statements in
Matthew 5-7 provide a deeper understanding of the heart and spirit of the law, calling believers to a higher standard of righteousness.
Creedal StatementsCreedal statements in the Bible summarize core beliefs and doctrines of the Christian faith. These statements are often used in worship and catechesis to affirm the essential truths of Christianity. One of the earliest creedal statements is found in
1 Corinthians 15:3-4, where Paul summarizes the gospel: "Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that He was buried, that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures."
ConclusionThe statements found throughout the Bible are integral to understanding the character of God, the mission of Jesus Christ, and the teachings of the Christian faith. They provide believers with a foundation for doctrine, a guide for ethical living, and a source of hope and encouragement.
Greek
3058. loidoreo -- to abuse, revile... 3058 (from 3060 , "a reviler") -- properly, to say harsh things (make verbal assaults);
to ; to spue bitter (tasteless)
statements, using , words to demoralize
...302. an -- usually untranslatable, but generally denoting...
... 302 () is used about 300 times in the NT, introducingstatements that have
conditional or hypothetical meaning.]. Word Origin a prim....
4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness
... Nothing quite like this two-fold witness appears elsewhere in the Bible.
Thesestatements sober the heart and inspire the soul!...
Strong's Hebrew
1696. dabar -- to speak... saying* (1), says (4), sing (1), speak (297), speaking (61), speaks (34), speaks
fluently (1), spoke (333), spoken (188), state (2),
statements (2), subdues (2
...Library
ArianStatements.
... Chapter II. 2. Arianstatements. Now the Bishop... essence. 13. Arguments
from Scripture against Arianstatements. For maintaining...
Six SweepingStatements.
... The "How" of Relationship Six SweepingStatements.... It is after the sharp rupture
with the leaders that this second series ofstatements is made....
Counter-Statements of Theodoret.
... Counter-statements of Theodoret. (Opp. Ed. Schulze. VI seq. Migne, Lat.76. col.391.)...
Against IV."Thesestatements, too, are akin to the preceding....
Comparison of theStatements of the Four Evangelists Respecting...
... 14. Comparison of theStatements of the Four Evangelists Respecting John the Baptist,
the Prophecies Regarding Him, His Addresses to the Multitude and to the...
Jesus Comes to Capernaum.Statements of the Four Evangelists
... Tenth Book. 1. Jesus Comes to Capernaum.Statements of the Four Evangelists.
Regarding This. "After this [4988] He went down to Capernaum...
TheStatements of Iren??us in Regard to the Divine Scriptures.
... Book V. Chapter VIII."TheStatements of Iren??us in regard to the Divine
Scriptures. 1. Since, in the beginning of this work, [1466...
On Hearing TheseStatements, the Multitudes Assembled were Greatly...
... 48 On hearing thesestatements, the multitudes assembled were greatly moved?
On hearing thesestatements, the multitudes assembled...
Scripture Contains Many Contradictions, and ManyStatements which...
... Tenth Book. 4. Scripture Contains Many Contradictions, and ManyStatements Which
are Not Literally True, But Must Be Read Spiritually and Mystically....
Paul Also Makes ContradictoryStatements About Himself, and Acts...
... Tenth Book. 5. Paul Also Makes ContradictoryStatements About Himself,
and Acts in Opposite Ways at Different Times. On the same...
Conclusion Contrast Between theStatements of Hermogenes and the...
... Chapter XLV."Conclusion Contrast Between theStatements of Hermogenes and
the Testimony of Holy Scripture Respecting the Creation....
Thesaurus
Statements (22 Occurrences)...Statements (22 Occurrences). Matthew 27:12 But when the chief priests and those
in authority made
statements against him, he gave no answer. (BBE).
...Discrepancies
... dis-krep'-an-siz, bib'-li-kal: 1. Definition: By this term should be understood
substantial disagreements in thestatements of Biblical writers....
Keys (2 Occurrences)
... kez I. THE PROBLEMS INVOLVED 1. The Keys; and the Binding and Loosing 2. Meaning
of theStatements 3. How Peter Is Related to These Powers 4. Is the Primary...
Power (862 Occurrences)
... kez I. THE PROBLEMS INVOLVED 1. The Keys; and the Binding and Loosing 2. Meaning
of theStatements 3. How Peter Is Related to These Powers 4. Is the Primary...
Abiathar (29 Occurrences)
... Men affirm that thestatements of the record as to the descent of the line of Eli
from Ithamar are untrue; that on the contrary we must conjecture that...
Gerar (10 Occurrences)
... The site answers fairly well to thestatements of Eusebius and Jerome, Eusebius,
Onomasticon, that it was 25 (Roman) miles South of Eleutheropolis (Beit Jibrin...
Pharisees (86 Occurrences)
... DOCTRINES OF THE PHARISEES 1. Josephus'sStatements Colored by Greek Ideas 2.
Conditional Reincarnation 3. New Testament Presentation of Pharisaic Doctrines...
Immaculate
... In regard to these three passages it may reasonably be contended that even if these
statements necessarily implied the Immaculate Conception of Mary, which...
Abijah (32 Occurrences)
... Thestatements concerning Abijah's mother afford great opportunity for a person
who is interested in finding discrepancies in the Bible narrative....
Allegory (6 Occurrences)
... is the ordinary allegory of rhetoric, which is usually defined as an extended or
continued metaphor, this extension expanding from two or morestatements to a...
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