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In the context of the Bible, the term "users" is not directly mentioned as it is understood in modern parlance, particularly in relation to technology or social media. However, the concept of individuals utilizing resources, gifts, or even other people for specific purposes can be explored through various biblical principles and narratives.
Stewardship and Use of ResourcesThe Bible emphasizes the responsible use of resources, which can be seen as a form of "using" what God has provided. In the Parable of the Talents (
Matthew 25:14-30), Jesus illustrates the importance of wisely using the gifts and resources entrusted to us. The servants who effectively used their talents were commended, while the one who did not was rebuked. This parable underscores the principle of stewardship, where believers are called to use their God-given resources for His glory and the advancement of His kingdom.
Use of Spiritual GiftsThe New Testament speaks extensively about the use of spiritual gifts within the body of Christ. In
1 Peter 4:10 , it is written, "As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another." This passage highlights the expectation that believers will actively use their spiritual gifts to serve others, thereby building up the church and fulfilling God's purposes.
Use of TimeThe Bible also addresses the use of time, urging believers to make the most of every opportunity.
Ephesians 5:15-16 states, "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil." This exhortation calls Christians to be intentional and wise in how they use their time, recognizing the urgency and importance of living in a manner that honors God.
Use of InfluenceBelievers are called to use their influence to reflect Christ and impact the world positively. Jesus taught in
Matthew 5:13-16 that His followers are the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world." This metaphorical language encourages Christians to use their influence to preserve goodness and illuminate truth in a world that often strays from God's ways.
Warnings Against MisuseThe Bible also warns against the misuse of resources, power, and influence. In
James 4:3 , it is written, "When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may spend what you get on your pleasures." This verse cautions against selfish motives and the improper use of what God provides. Additionally, the misuse of power and influence is condemned, as seen in the account of King Saul, who misused his authority, leading to his downfall (1 Samuel 15).
ConclusionWhile the term "users" may not appear explicitly in Scripture, the Bible provides comprehensive guidance on the use of resources, gifts, time, and influence. Believers are called to be wise stewards, using what God has entrusted to them for His glory and the benefit of others, while being mindful of the potential for misuse and the importance of pure motives.
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Letter viii. To Niceas, Sub-Deacon of Aquileia.
... For this reason men called letter-carriers tablet-bearers, [122] and
letter-writers bark-users, [123] because they used the bark of trees....
Christ Has not Received the Holy Spirit on Account of Poverty.
... Mention is made of a fire both in the Ebionite Gospel and in another publication
called Pauli pr??dicatio, the readers andusers of which denied that the rite...
The Abiding Gift and Its Transitory Accompaniments
... No twisting of the narrative can weaken the plain meaning of it, that these unlearned
Galileans spake in tongues which theirusers recognised to be their own....
Insensibility
... It is not exercised souls, nor penitent believers, nor well humbled seekers, nor
earnestusers of the means, nor any of the better class of Adam's sons and...
Tobacco.
... tobacco after a drunken loafer asked him for a light." Not until then had he seen
and felt the disreputable fraternity that existed between theusers of tobacco...
A Fourfold Cord
... Forms change of themselves when theirusers change; but it would be a good day for
Christendom if the faith and devoutness of a community of believers such as...
Proving God's Faithfulness (1902-1908)
... fifteen; all of these were brought to Christ. The men were opiumusers, gamblers,
men of evil lives. Two of them are now preachers of...
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Users (9 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Users (9 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 12:28 And God
has put some in the church, first, Apostles; second, prophets
...Wonder-workers (16 Occurrences)
... wisdom and good sense, about which the king put questions to them, he saw that they
were ten times better than all the wonder-workers andusers of secret arts...
Readers (9 Occurrences)
... Daniel 2:27 Then Daniel said in answer to the king, No wise men, orusers of secret
arts, or wonder-workers, or readers of signs, are able to make clear to the...
Arts (48 Occurrences)
... woman said to him, But you have knowledge of what Saul has done, how he has put
away out of the land those who have control of spirits and theusers of secret...
Chaldaeans (65 Occurrences)
... Daniel 2:2 Then the king gave orders that the wonder-workers, and theusers of secret
arts, and those who made use of evil powers, and the Chaldaeans, were to...
Uses (15 Occurrences)
Needing (9 Occurrences)
... wisdom and good sense, about which the king put questions to them, he saw that they
were ten times better than all the wonder-workers andusers of secret arts...
User (2 Occurrences)
Guides (24 Occurrences)
... prophets; third, teachers; then those with wonder-working powers, then those with
the power of taking away disease, helpers, wise guides,users of strange...
Wonder-working (4 Occurrences)
... prophets; third, teachers; then those with wonder-working powers, then those with
the power of taking away disease, helpers, wise guides,users of strange...
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