The term "constant" is not directly used in the Bible; however, the concept of constancy is woven throughout Scripture, reflecting God's unchanging nature and the call for believers to remain steadfast in their faith. Constancy, in a biblical sense, often refers to the unwavering and faithful nature of God, as well as the perseverance expected of His followers.

God's Unchanging Nature

The constancy of God is a foundational theme in the Bible. God's nature, promises, and love are depicted as unchanging and eternal. In Malachi 3:6, the Lord declares, "For I, the LORD, do not change; therefore you, O sons of Jacob, are not consumed." This verse highlights God's immutable nature, providing assurance to His people that His character and promises remain steadfast.

Similarly, James 1:17 states, "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow." This passage emphasizes that God's goodness and generosity are constant, unaffected by the fluctuations of the world.

Constancy in Faith

Believers are called to exhibit constancy in their faith and devotion to God. This steadfastness is a mark of true discipleship and is encouraged throughout the New Testament. In 1 Corinthians 15:58, Paul exhorts the church, "Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor in the Lord is not in vain." Here, constancy is linked to perseverance in service and faithfulness to God's work.

The Apostle Paul also speaks to the constancy of faith in Colossians 1:23, urging believers to "continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope of the gospel you heard." This call to remain grounded in the gospel underscores the importance of unwavering commitment to the truth of Christ.

Constancy in Love and Obedience

The Bible also emphasizes constancy in love and obedience to God's commandments. Jesus, in John 15:9-10, instructs His disciples, "As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Remain in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and remain in His love." This passage highlights the connection between love, obedience, and constancy in the believer's relationship with God.

Constancy in Trials

The constancy of faith is particularly significant in the face of trials and tribulations. James 1:12 states, "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him." This verse encourages believers to remain constant in their faith, promising eternal reward for those who endure.

The Apostle Peter also addresses this theme in 1 Peter 5:10, where he writes, "And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you." Here, constancy is portrayed as a pathway to spiritual maturity and divine restoration.

Conclusion

While the word "constant" may not appear explicitly in the biblical text, the concept is integral to understanding God's nature and the life of faith to which believers are called. Constancy reflects the unchanging character of God and the steadfastness required of His followers in their journey of faith, love, and obedience.1. (v. t.) Firm; solid; fixed; immovable; -- opposed to fluid.

2. (v. t.) Not liable, or given, to change; permanent; regular; continuous; continually recurring; steadfast; faithful; not fickle.

3. (v. t.) Remaining unchanged or invariable, as a quantity, force, law, etc.

4. (v. t.) Consistent; logical.

5. (n.) That which is not subject to change; that which is invariable.

6. (n.) A quantity that does not change its value; -- used in contradistinction to variable.

CONSTANT; CONSTANTLY

kon'-stant, kon'-stant-li: In 1 Chronicles 28 (chazaq) meaning "firm," "strong." In Proverbs 21:28 the adverb ("constantly") of the King James Version is replaced in the American Standard Revised Version by "shall speak so as to endure," the English Revised Version "unchallenged." the Revised Version (British and American) gives "confidently" for the King James Version "constantly" in Acts 12:15 Titus 3:8.

3937. Parmenas -- "constant," Parmenas, a Christian
... "constant ... for Parmenides (from a comp. of para and meno) or a similar name Definition
"constant," Parmenas, a Christian NASB Word Usage Parmenas (1). Parmenas. ...
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3859. paradiatribe -- wrangling, constant arguing
... wrangling, constant arguing. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration:
paradiatribe Phonetic Spelling: (par-ad-ee-at-ree-bay') Short Definition: useless ...
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1618. ektenes -- stretched, fig. zealous, earnest
... zealous, earnest. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: ektenes Phonetic Spelling:
(ek-ten-ace') Short Definition: intent, constant, strenuous, intense ...
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5442. phulasso -- to guard, watch
... Thus 5442 () is often used in the NT in the Greek voice meaning, " be on guard
against," stressing the constant, involved with the guarding. ...
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5147. tribos -- a beaten track, a path
... 5147 (from , "to rub") -- properly, a rut (path) formed by (constant use);
(figuratively) the "route" established by the Lord, where people can best know Him. ...
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1111. gogguzo -- to mutter, murmur
... or mutter (grumble) with muffled undertones; (figuratively) murmur, grumble; to
show "smoldering discontent" (Souter), droning on in a low, constant murmur. ...
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1275. diaparatribe -- mutual irritation
... Word Origin from dia and paratribe (friction, irritation) Definition mutual irritation
NASB Word Usage constant friction (1). always, continually. ...
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5409. phoreo -- to bear constantly, to wear
... bear, wear. From phoros; to have a burden, ie (by analogy) to wear as clothing
or a constant accompaniment -- bear, wear. see GREEK phoros. ...
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1492. eido -- be aware, behold, consider, perceive
... 1492 () then is physical seeing (sight) which should be the constant bridge to
mental and spiritual seeing (). Word Origin see eidon and oida. ...
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2388. chazaq -- to be or grow firm or strong, strengthen
... aid, amend, catch, cleave, confirm, be constant, constrain,. A primitive root;
to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong (figuratively ...
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2956. tarad -- to pursue, chase, be continuous
... 2955, 2956. tarad. 2957 . to pursue, chase, be continuous. Transliteration:
tarad Phonetic Spelling: (taw-rad') Short Definition: constant. Word Origin a prim ...
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8548. tamid -- continuity
... From an unused root meaning to stretch; properly, continuance (as indefinite extension);
but used only (attributively as adjective) constant (or adverbially ...
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A Daily Constant Exercise.
... CERTAIN PATTERNS OF DEVOUT EXERCISES OF IMMEDIATE ACTS AND AFFECTIONS OF THE WILL.
A DAILY CONSTANT EXERCISE. ... A DAILY CONSTANT EXERCISE. 1. Of Contrition. ...
/.../a daily constant exercise.htm

For Constant Christian Friendship.
... Prayer and the Christian Life. FOR CONSTANT CHRISTIAN FRIENDSHIP. Jesus!
Thou, my dearest Brother, Who dost well to me intend, Thou ...
/.../gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/for constant christian friendship.htm

Whether a Constant Man Can be Compelled by Fear?
... OF COMPULSORY AND CONDITIONAL CONSENT (SIX ARTICLES) Whether a constant man can
be compelled by fear? Objection 1: It would seem that "a constant man" [*Cap. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether a constant man can.htm

The Duty of Constant Communion JW
... Second Series Sermon 101 The Duty of Constant Communion JW. ... If it means anything
less than constant, it means more than can be proved to be the duty of any man. ...
/.../wesley/sermons on several occasions/sermon 101 the duty of.htm

Imploring the Constant Presence of God.
... DEVOUT EXERCISES. 448. " Imploring the constant Presence of God. 448. LM
Sir Walter Scott. Imploring the constant Presence of God. ...
/.../adams/hymns for christian devotion/448 imploring the constant.htm

Prophetic Knowledge Constant.
... Homily III. Chapter XIII."Prophetic Knowledge Constant. "Wherefore He
confidently made statements respecting things that are to ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter xiii prophetic knowledge constant.htm

Prophetic Spirit Constant.
... Homily III. Chapter XIV."Prophetic Spirit Constant. "For if it were
permitted to any one who will profess prophecy to have it ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter xiv prophetic spirit constant.htm

Azmon. CM God's Constant Goodness.
... 92 Azmon. CM God's Constant Goodness. God's Constant Goodness. (179) Jehovah
God! thy gracious power On every hand we see; Oh, may ...
/.../lorenz/the otterbein hymnal/92 azmon c m gods constant.htm

Constant, Instant, Expectant
... Constant, Instant, Expectant. A Sermon ... Now, secondly, comes the CONSTANT""continuing
instant in prayer." To go back to the hunting dog with which we set out. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 25 1879/constant instant expectant.htm

Of the Constant Falsehood of the Devil, and of the Powers and ...
... Against Heresies: Book V Chapter XXIV."Of the constant falsehood of the devil, and
of the powers and governments of the world, which we ought to obey ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xxiv of the constant falsehood.htm

Constant (16 Occurrences)
... variable. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. CONSTANT; CONSTANTLY. kon'-stant ...
8. Multi-Version Concordance Constant (16 Occurrences). Mark 3 ...
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Attendance (12 Occurrences)
... Mark 3:9 So He gave directions to His disciples to keep a small boat in constant
attendance on Him because of the throng--to prevent their crushing Him. (WEY). ...
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Steady (10 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Constant in feeling, purpose, or pursuit; not fickle, changeable, or wavering;
not easily moved or persuaded to alter a purpose; resolute; as, a man ...
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Faithful (136 Occurrences)
... 3. (a.) True and constant in affection or allegiance to a person to whom one is
bound by a vow, be ties of love, gratitude, or honor, as to a husband, a prince ...
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Living (3112 Occurrences)
... the powers of Nature-of the creation, "full of eyes" as denoting its permeation
with the Divine Reason, the wings signifying its constant, ready service, and ...
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Itch (11 Occurrences)
... 2. (vi) To have a constant desire or teasing uneasiness; to long for; as, itching
ears. ... 6. (n.) A constant irritating desire. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
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Idolatry (14 Occurrences)
... entered Palestine, they came into contact with the monuments and associations of
the idolatry of the old Canaanitish races, and showed a constant tendency to ...
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Faithfulness (91 Occurrences)
... not only because He is really God in contrast to all that is not God, and because
He realizes the idea of Godhead, but also because He is constant or faithful ...
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Foreknowledge (2 Occurrences)
... Genesis 3:8), and sometimes even represents Him as if He did not know certain things
(Genesis 11:5; Genesis 18:21); nevertheless the constant representation of ...
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Foreknow (1 Occurrence)
... Genesis 3:8), and sometimes even represents Him as if He did not know certain things
(Genesis 11:5; Genesis 18:21); nevertheless the constant representation of ...
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