Topical Encyclopedia The term "believeth" is an archaic form of the word "believes," commonly found in older translations of the Bible, such as the King James Version. In the Berean Standard Bible , the term is rendered as "believes." The concept of belief is central to Christian theology and is intricately linked to faith, trust, and reliance on God and His promises.Biblical Usage: 1. Faith in Jesus Christ: The act of believing is most prominently associated with faith in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and Savior of the world. In John 3:16 , it is written, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." This verse underscores the salvific power of belief in Christ, emphasizing that eternal life is granted to those who place their faith in Him. 2. Justification by Faith: Belief is also closely tied to the doctrine of justification by faith. Romans 4:3 states, "Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness." This passage highlights the principle that righteousness is imputed to those who believe, as exemplified by Abraham's faith in God's promises. 3. The Necessity of Belief: Belief is presented as a necessary condition for salvation. In Mark 16:16 , Jesus declares, "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned." This verse illustrates the critical importance of belief in the process of salvation, marking it as a decisive factor in one's eternal destiny. 4. Belief and Confession: The relationship between belief and confession is articulated in Romans 10:9-10 : "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. For with your heart you believe and are justified, and with your mouth you confess and are saved." This passage indicates that belief is not merely intellectual assent but involves a heartfelt trust that results in verbal confession. 5. The Role of the Holy Spirit: Belief is facilitated by the work of the Holy Spirit, who convicts individuals of their need for Christ and enables them to respond in faith. In John 16:8-9 , Jesus explains, "And when He comes, He will convict the world in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment: in regard to sin, because they do not believe in Me." The Spirit's role is to bring about the conviction necessary for genuine belief. 6. Perseverance in Belief: The New Testament also emphasizes the importance of persevering in belief. Hebrews 3:14 states, "We have come to share in Christ if we hold firmly to the end the assurance we had at first." This verse encourages believers to maintain their faith steadfastly, highlighting the enduring nature of true belief. Theological Implications: Belief, as presented in the Bible, is not a passive or one-time act but an ongoing, active trust in God and His promises. It involves the whole person—mind, heart, and will—and results in a transformed life. The call to "believeth" is a call to a relationship with God through Jesus Christ, marked by trust, obedience, and perseverance. Greek 571. apistos -- incredible, unbelieving ... disbelieving, ie Without Christian faith (specially, a heathen); (passively) untrustworthy (person), or incredible (thing) -- that believeth not, faithless ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/571.htm - 8k Library April 30. "Love Believeth all Things" (I. Cor. xiii. 7). On the Words of the Gospel, John xii. 44, "He that Believeth on Me ... Believe and be Saved John Chapter xii. 44-50 John on the Same Passage. John iii. 35, 36 The Channel of Power. In this and the Four Following Chapters it is Shewn, by a Minute ... The visit of Nicodemus. An Examination of the Treatise of William Perkins Concerning the ... Thesaurus Believeth (42 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance Believeth (42 Occurrences). Mark 9:23 Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. ... /b/believeth.htm - 17k Begotten (77 Occurrences) Believest (8 Occurrences) Record (71 Occurrences) Infidel (2 Occurrences) Damned (3 Occurrences) Condemned (49 Occurrences) Abideth (66 Occurrences) Sion (9 Occurrences) Ashamed (131 Occurrences) Resources Monergism vs. synergism-which view is correct? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that Jesus is God's only begotten son? | GotQuestions.org Is there anything God cannot do? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Believeth (42 Occurrences)Mark 9:23 Mark 16:16 John 3:15 John 3:16 John 3:18 John 3:36 John 5:24 John 6:35 John 6:40 John 6:47 John 7:38 John 11:25 John 11:26 John 12:44 John 12:46 John 14:12 Acts 10:43 Acts 13:39 Romans 1:16 Romans 3:26 Romans 4:5 Romans 9:33 Romans 10:4 Romans 10:10 Romans 10:11 Romans 14:2 1 Corinthians 7:12 1 Corinthians 7:13 1 Corinthians 13:7 1 Corinthians 14:24 2 Corinthians 6:15 1 Timothy 5:16 1 Peter 2:6 1 John 5:1 1 John 5:5 1 John 5:10 1 Samuel 27:12 Job 15:22 Job 24:22 Job 39:24 Proverbs 14:15 Isaiah 28:16 Subtopics Related Terms |
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