The term "bide" is an archaic English word meaning to stay, remain, or wait. While the specific word "bide" does not appear in the Berean Standard Bible , the concept of waiting or remaining steadfast is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures. This entry explores the biblical principles related to waiting on the Lord, patience, and steadfastness, which are central to the Christian faith.

Waiting on the Lord

The concept of waiting on the Lord is a significant theme in the Bible, emphasizing trust and patience in God's timing. Isaiah 40:31 states, "But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not faint." This verse highlights the spiritual renewal and strength that come from trusting in God's perfect timing and provision.

In the Psalms, David frequently speaks of waiting on the Lord as an act of faith and reliance on God's deliverance. Psalm 27:14 encourages believers to "Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!" This call to patience and courage underscores the importance of steadfastness in the face of trials and uncertainties.

Patience and Endurance

The New Testament further develops the theme of patience and endurance. James 5:7-8 advises, "Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the soil—how patient he is for the fall and spring rains. You too, be patient and strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near." Here, patience is linked to the anticipation of Christ's return, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in their faith.

The Apostle Paul also speaks to the virtue of patience in Romans 12:12 , "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer." This exhortation connects patience with hope and prayer, suggesting that enduring trials with a joyful heart is a mark of true Christian character.

Steadfastness in Faith

Steadfastness, or the ability to remain firm in one's faith, is another aspect of "biding" in a spiritual sense. 1 Corinthians 15:58 urges believers, "Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain." This call to steadfastness is a reminder that faithfulness to God's work is meaningful and will be rewarded.

The book of Hebrews also emphasizes the importance of holding fast to one's faith. Hebrews 10:23 states, "Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful." This verse reassures believers of God's faithfulness, encouraging them to remain unwavering in their commitment to Him.

Conclusion

While the word "bide" itself may not be present in the biblical text, the principles of waiting, patience, and steadfastness are deeply embedded in the Christian doctrine. These virtues are essential for believers as they navigate the challenges of life, trusting in God's promises and His perfect timing.1. (v. t.) To remain; to await; to abide; as to bide one's time until favorable conditions arise; to continue or be permanent in a place or state; to continue to be.

2. (v. t.) To dwell; to inhabit; to abide; to stay.

3. (v. t.) To encounter; to remain firm under (a hardship); to endure; to suffer; to undergo.

4. (v. t.) To wait for; as, I bide my time. See Abide.

BIDE

bid: A variant of "abide" (which see); is the rendering of perimeno, in The Wisdom of Solomon 8:12 (the Revised Version (British and American) "they shall wait for me"). In Acts 1:4 the same word is translated "wait for."

That Lovers of God Shall Deem with Him: and of the Love of ...
... that any man has received this, never afterwards shall he fully go from it; but
evermore shall heat, sweetness, or singing"if all these be not near"bide. ...
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Conversion
... a case like this. He could not be content to bide his time. Either the
claims of Christ were true or false. If false, then they ...
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The Struggle for Life
... With fifty other breakfastless birds, it had to bide its time, to scour the country;
to prospect the trees, the grass, the ground; to lie in ambush; to attack ...
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Hymn for Christmas-Day
... Why headlong thus to ruin stride? If aught of soundness in you bide, Behold
in Him the Lord divine Of all your patriarchal line. ...
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Third Tractate. On Dialectic [The Upward Way].
... But this highest degree must bide its time: let us first try to speak of the initial
process of conversion. We must begin by distinguishing the three types. ...
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Who Can Tell?
... And now the King himself bide him come into his presence, and the fearless still
propounds the threatening of God. Then comes the effect. ...
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How the Work of this Book Shall be Wrought, and of the Worthiness ...
... affection. And therefore shape thee to bide in this darkness as long as
thou mayest, evermore crying after Him that thou lovest. ...
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Which is Chaste Love; and How in Some Creatures Such Sensible ...
... If they come, welcome them: but lean not too much on them for fear of feebleness,
for it will take full much of thy powers to bide any long time in such sweet ...
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The Outlaw
... Nor I wadna be a clerk, mither, to bide aye ben, Scrabbling ower the sheets o'
parchment with a weary weary pen; Looking through the lang stane windows at a ...
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The Oubit {260}
... It was an hairy oubit, sae proud he crept alang, A feckless hairy oubit, and merrily
he sang" 'My Minnie bad me bide at hame until I won my wings; I show her ...
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Bide
... 1. (vt) To remain; to await; to abide; as to bide one's time until favorable conditions
arise; to continue or be permanent in a place or state; to continue to ...
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Bidding (13 Occurrences)

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Bidkar (1 Occurrence)

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Caiaphas (9 Occurrences)
... But Caiaphas pointed a way out of their dilemma: let them bide their time till the
momentary enthusiasm of the populace was spent (compare Matthew 26:5), and ...
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