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Definition and Importance
Agreeing, in a biblical context, refers to the act of coming to a mutual understanding or consensus, often in the pursuit of unity and harmony within the body of Christ. It is a principle that underscores the importance of fellowship, cooperation, and collective decision-making among believers. The concept of agreeing is deeply rooted in the teachings of the New Testament, where unity among Christians is emphasized as a reflection of the unity within the Godhead.

Biblical References
One of the most cited passages regarding agreement is found in the Gospel of Matthew. Jesus states, "Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven" (Matthew 18:19). This verse highlights the power and significance of agreement in prayer, suggesting that when believers come together in unity, their petitions are more potent and effective.

The Apostle Paul also addresses the importance of agreement in his letters to the early churches. In 1 Corinthians 1:10, he urges the church in Corinth, "I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction" . Here, Paul emphasizes the necessity of agreement to prevent divisions and maintain unity within the church.

Theological Implications
Agreeing is not merely about consensus but involves aligning with God's will and purpose. It requires humility, love, and a willingness to submit to one another out of reverence for Christ (Ephesians 5:21). Theologically, agreement among believers is seen as a reflection of the unity and harmony within the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—who are distinct yet perfectly united in essence and purpose.

Practical Applications
In practical terms, agreeing involves active listening, empathy, and a commitment to resolving conflicts in a manner that honors God. It calls for believers to prioritize the collective good over individual preferences, fostering an environment where the Holy Spirit can work freely. The early church serves as a model for this, as seen in Acts 2:42-47, where the believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer, resulting in a community marked by unity and mutual support.

Challenges to Agreement
Despite its importance, achieving agreement can be challenging due to human nature, differing opinions, and cultural backgrounds. The New Testament acknowledges these challenges and provides guidance for overcoming them. For instance, Philippians 2:2-4 encourages believers to be "like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose" , and to "do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves" .

Conclusion
While agreement is a vital aspect of Christian life, it requires intentional effort and reliance on the Holy Spirit. By striving for agreement, believers not only strengthen their witness to the world but also experience the fullness of joy and peace that comes from living in harmony with one another and with God.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Agree.
Greek
4859. sumphonos -- calling out together, ie agreeing
... calling out together, ie agreeing. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: sumphonos
Phonetic Spelling: (soom'-fo-nos) Short Definition: harmonious, agreeing ...
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3675. homophron -- agreeing
... agreeing. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: homophron Phonetic Spelling:
(hom-of'-rone) Short Definition: of one mind Definition: of one mind (intent ...
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4856. sumphoneo -- to call out with, to be in harmony, generally ...
... was originally, a harmony of voices, figuratively, to harmonize with in the sense
of to agree with" (Souter), ie to be in harmony, agreeing, because (, so also ...
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Library

But, Agreeing with You that in all These Stories Stags are Spoken ...
... Book V. 34 But, agreeing with you that in all these stories stags are
spoken of instead of? But, agreeing with you that in all ...
/.../the seven books of arnobius against the heathen/34 but agreeing with you.htm

The World, of which the Sin is Taken Away, is Said to be the ...
... Sixth Book. 38. The World, of Which the Sin is Taken Away, is Said to Be
the Church. Reasons for Not Agreeing with This Opinion. ...
/.../origen/origens commentary on the gospel of john/38 the world of which.htm

Eusebius Bishop of Nicomedia, and Theognis Bishop of Nic??a, who ...
... Book I. Chapter XIV."Eusebius Bishop of Nicomedia, and Theognis Bishop of Nic??a,
who had been banished for agreeing in Opinion with Arius, having published ...
/.../chapter xiv eusebius bishop of nicomedia.htm

Now, as to the Expression which He Uses, "Some Persons Say," I ...
... And this is proved by the numerous cases which I have pointed out in which he expresses
opinions agreeing with these without the introduction of any such person ...
/.../38 now as to the.htm

Early Christian Literature and Art
... xiv. Cyprian (258) De lapsis 31 and De dom. orat.8, quotes this piece, in the
latter case agreeing with Th rather than O'. Pseudo-Cypr. ...
/.../the three additions to daniel a study/early christian literature and art.htm

The Wrath of Love
... books, on this matter, as on others" so much more simple, and yet so much more deep;
so much more rational also, and so much more true: agreeing so much more ...
/.../kingsley/town and country sermons/sermon xxxix the wrath of.htm

The Power of Harmony in Relation to Prayer.
... enjoy the agreement with a view to prayer, as is indicated in the word, "unless
it be by agreement." [6044] Then the Word repeating that the agreeing of two on ...
/.../origen/origens commentary on the gospel of matthew/1 the power of harmony.htm

That the one God was Foretold Even by the Prophets.
... very many, proclaim and declare the one God; for, being filled with the inspiration
of the one God, they predicted things to come, with agreeing and harmonious ...
/.../lactantius/the divine institutes/chap iv that the one god.htm

The Prosphoneticus to the Emperor.
... Thereafter being inspired by the Holy Ghost, and all agreeing and consenting together,
and giving our approval to the doctrinal letter of our most blessed and ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/the prosphoneticus to the emperor.htm

I Reject this Predestination for the Following Reasons:
... Celestinus in that epistle, and which had been decreed in the three preceding
particular Councils, we shall experience no difficulty in agreeing together about ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/3 i reject this predestination.htm

Thesaurus
Agreeing (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Agree. Multi-Version Concordance
Agreeing (3 Occurrences). Matthew 5:25 Be agreeing...
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Remote (17 Occurrences)
... 2. (superl.) Hence, removed; not agreeing, according, or being related; -- in various
figurative uses. 3. (superl.) Not agreeing; alien; foreign. ...
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Equal (70 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Agreeing in quantity, size, quality, degree, value, etc.; having the same
magnitude, the same value, the same degree, etc.; -- applied to number, degree ...
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Acceptance (24 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) An agreeing to terms or proposals by which a bargain is concluded and the
parties are bound; the reception or taking of a thing bought as that for ...
/a/acceptance.htm - 14k

Agreed (31 Occurrences)

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Agreement (341 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) State of agreeing; harmony of opinion, statement, action, or character;
concurrence; concord; conformity; as, a good agreement subsists among the ...
/a/agreement.htm - 36k

Year (4027 Occurrences)
... the period occupied by the earth in making its revolution around the sun, called
the astronomical year; also, a period more or less nearly agreeing with this ...
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Journey (214 Occurrences)
... This would make the distance of the Sabbath day's journey from 1,000 to 1,200
yards, the first agreeing very closely with the 2,000 cubits. ...
/j/journey.htm - 42k

Lasha (1 Occurrence)
... Eusebius, Onomasticon identifies it with the hot springs at Callirrhoe in Wady Zerqa
Ma`in, on the East of the Dead Sea; in this agreeing with Targum Jerusalem ...
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Gilead (130 Occurrences)
... e-ad (ha-gil`adh, "the Gilead"): The name is explained in Genesis 31:46, 51, as
derived from Hebrew gal, "a cairn," and `edh, "witness," agreeing in meaning ...
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Agreeing (3 Occurrences)

Matthew 5:25
Be agreeing with thy opponent quickly, while thou art in the way with him, that the opponent may not deliver thee to the judge, and the judge may deliver thee to the officer, and to prison thou mayest be cast,
(YLT)

Matthew 20:2
and having agreed with the workmen for a denary a day, he sent them into his vineyard.
(See RSV)

Revelation 17:17
For God has put in their hearts to do what he has in mind, and to be of one mind, and to give their kingdom to the beast, until the words of God should be accomplished.
(See NIV)

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