Topical Encyclopedia The concept of "displeases" in the Bible often refers to actions, attitudes, or events that are contrary to God's will and character, resulting in His disapproval or anger. This entry explores various instances and themes related to what displeases God, as depicted in the Scriptures.Old Testament Instances 1. Disobedience and Idolatry: One of the primary actions that displeases God is disobedience to His commandments and the worship of idols. In the book of Exodus, the Israelites' creation of the golden calf is a significant event that displeased God. Exodus 32:10 states, "Now leave Me alone so that My anger may burn against them and consume them. Then I will make you into a great nation." 2. Injustice and Oppression: The prophets frequently highlight social injustices and oppression as actions that displease God. In Isaiah 1:17 , God calls His people to "Learn to do right; seek justice, correct the oppressor. Defend the fatherless and plead the case of the widow." The failure to uphold justice and care for the vulnerable is displeasing to God. 3. Pride and Arrogance: Pride is another attitude that displeases God. In Proverbs 6:16-17 , it is written, "There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood." Pride, as the first in this list, is particularly offensive to God. New Testament Instances 1. Hypocrisy: Jesus frequently rebuked the Pharisees and religious leaders for their hypocrisy, which displeased God. In Matthew 23:27-28 , Jesus says, "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity. In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness." 2. Lack of Faith: A lack of faith is another aspect that displeases God. Hebrews 11:6 states, "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him." Faith is fundamental to a relationship with God, and its absence is displeasing. 3. Worldliness: The New Testament warns against worldliness, which is contrary to God's desires. In James 4:4 , it is written, "You adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward God? Therefore, whoever chooses to be a friend of the world renders himself an enemy of God." Theological Themes 1. God's Holiness: The displeasure of God is often rooted in His holiness. God’s nature is pure and perfect, and anything that contradicts His holiness is displeasing to Him. Leviticus 19:2 commands, "Speak to the entire congregation of the Israelites and tell them: ‘Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy.’" 2. Covenant Relationship: Displeasure is also tied to the covenant relationship between God and His people. When Israel broke the covenant through disobedience, it resulted in God's displeasure and subsequent discipline, as seen throughout the historical books and the prophets. 3. Repentance and Restoration: While certain actions and attitudes displease God, the Bible also emphasizes His desire for repentance and restoration. In 2 Chronicles 7:14 , God promises, "And My people who are called by My name humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land." Understanding what displeases God is crucial for believers who seek to live in accordance with His will, striving to avoid actions and attitudes that are contrary to His nature and commands. Library On Sin and Its Kinds Conversational Phrases Conclusion. How it Often Happens that a Discourse which Gives Pleasure to the ... Parental Duty. Consolation Proportionate to Spiritual Sufferings For, Like Some Others, You are under the Delusion that Our God is ... Preface. The Soul Ought not to be Disquieted, nor Draw Back in the ... That God is to be Loved and Worshipped in Diseases: and Also of ... Thesaurus Displeases (3 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance Displeases (3 Occurrences). Numbers ... me. Now therefore, if it displeases you, I will go back again." (WEB). ... /d/displeases.htm - 7k Displeased (39 Occurrences) Oppose (29 Occurrences) Realize (29 Occurrences) Displease (7 Occurrences) Displeaseth (1 Occurrence) Displeasure (12 Occurrences) Road (155 Occurrences) Sinned (156 Occurrences) Balaam (62 Occurrences) Resources How should a Christian view the Mafia? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean to be God-centered? | GotQuestions.org I overcame _______ sin. How can I avoid a relapse? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Displeases (3 Occurrences)Numbers 22:34 Isaiah 65:12 Isaiah 66:4 Subtopics Related Terms |
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