The concept of "getting-in" is not explicitly mentioned as a term in the Bible, but it can be understood through various biblical themes and narratives that involve entering, inclusion, and acceptance into God's promises, community, or kingdom. This entry explores the theological and scriptural implications of "getting-in" as it relates to salvation, the Kingdom of God, and the community of believers.

Salvation and Entry into the Kingdom of God

The New Testament frequently addresses the idea of entering the Kingdom of God, which can be seen as a form of "getting-in." Jesus speaks about this in the context of salvation and eternal life. In John 3:5, Jesus tells Nicodemus, "Truly, truly, I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit." This passage emphasizes the necessity of spiritual rebirth as a prerequisite for entering God's Kingdom.

Similarly, in Matthew 7:13-14, Jesus warns about the narrow gate: "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it." Here, "getting-in" is associated with choosing the path of righteousness and obedience to God's will.

Inclusion in the Community of Believers

The early church grappled with the question of who could be included in the community of believers. Acts 15 recounts the Jerusalem Council, where the apostles and elders debated whether Gentile converts needed to follow Jewish law to be part of the Christian community. The decision, as articulated by Peter in Acts 15:11, was that "we believe it is through the grace of the Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are." This underscores that "getting-in" to the community of believers is based on faith in Jesus Christ and not adherence to the law.

Paul further elaborates on this theme in Galatians 3:28, stating, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." This passage highlights the inclusivity of the Gospel and the breaking down of barriers that previously divided people, emphasizing that all who have faith in Christ are included in the body of believers.

Parables of Inclusion

Jesus often used parables to illustrate the nature of the Kingdom of God and the concept of "getting-in." The Parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14 describes a king who invites guests to his son's wedding feast. When the invited guests refuse to come, the king extends the invitation to anyone found on the streets, both good and bad. This parable illustrates the open invitation to God's Kingdom and the importance of responding to that invitation.

Another relevant parable is the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32. The younger son, after squandering his inheritance, returns to his father, who welcomes him back with open arms. This account highlights God's readiness to accept and restore those who repent and seek to "get-in" to His family.

Faith and Obedience

The theme of "getting-in" is also closely tied to faith and obedience. Hebrews 11, often referred to as the "Faith Hall of Fame," lists numerous individuals who, by faith, were included in God's promises. 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." This underscores that faith is the key to entering into a relationship with God and receiving His promises.

In conclusion, while the term "getting-in" is not directly used in the Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture in the context of entering God's Kingdom, being included in the community of believers, and responding to God's invitation through faith and obedience.

"He that Sleepeth in Harvest is a Son that Causeth Shame. " ...
... It is harvest-time, and the old folks have been depending on their able-bodied son
getting in all their corn, but they are doomed to disappointment. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/champness/broken bread/xxx he that sleepeth in.htm

The Mind of Jesus.
... adequately resemble? It is impossible on earth to associate with a fellow-being
without getting, in some degree, assimilated to him. So ...
//christianbookshelf.org/macduff/the mind of jesus/the mind of jesus.htm

Prayerfulness.
... If we preachers and evangelists at camps and conventions would pray more instead
of getting in groups and talking about a world of nothings, our sermons would ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/rees/the heart-cry of jesus/chapter ix prayerfulness.htm

Of the Man with the Withered Hand, who was Restored on the Sabbath ...
... And thus space is offered us for getting in the narrative of Luke, who tells us
that it was on another Sabbath that this man's hand was restored. ...
/.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter xxxv of the man with.htm

Grace Flooding.
... They didn't let the light in, either clearly or fully. The light was there, but
it was not getting in. Something had to be done to help out those eyes. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on johns gospel/grace flooding.htm

Healing the Man at the Pool
... Do you want to be made well?" The sick man answered, "Sir, I have no one to put
me in the pool when the water is stirred, and while I am getting in, some one ...
//christianbookshelf.org/sherman/the childrens bible/healing the man at the.htm

The Captain of the Lord's Host.
... This city the Israelites had to capture; but the inhabitants closed the gates, and
prepared to fight fiercely to prevent Joshua and his warriors from getting in ...
/.../anonymous/mother stories from the old testament/the captain of the lords.htm

The Jordan: the Decisive Start. Matthew 3:13-17. Mark 1:9-1Luke
... Our Brother: Jesus coming for baptism"John's objection"why baptized"getting in
touch"the point of contact"choosing for Himself the Father's choice ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks about jesus/1 the jordan the decisive.htm

The Equipment of the Servants
... perseverance the race set before us'; and shall never do it if our garments, however
delicately embroidered, are flapping about our feet and getting in our way ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/the equipment of the servants.htm

How Joppa was Taken, and Tiberias Delivered Up.
... But as the army was a great while in getting in at the gates, they were so narrow,
Vespasian commanded the south wall to be broken down, and so made a broad ...
/.../chapter 9 how joppa was.htm

Getting-in (1 Occurrence)
Getting-in. Getting, Getting-in. Geuel . Multi-Version Concordance
Getting-in (1 Occurrence). Isaiah 24:13 For it will ...
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Grain (413 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Matthew 13:30 Let them come up together till the gettingin of the grain;
and then I will say to the workers, Take up first the evil plants, and put them ...
/g/grain.htm - 39k

Getting (151 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Matthew 13:30 Let them come up together till the gettingin of the grain;
and then I will say to the workers, Take up first the evil plants, and put them ...
/g/getting.htm - 41k

Burning (415 Occurrences)
... (BBE). Matthew 13:30 Let them come up together till the gettingin of the grain;
and then I will say to the workers, Take up first the evil plants, and put them ...
/b/burning.htm - 42k

Grapes (74 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 18:5 For before the time of gettingin the grapes, after the opening of the
bud, when the flower has become a grape ready for crushing, he will take ...
/g/grapes.htm - 31k

Crushing (93 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 13:15 In those days, I saw in Judah some who were crushing grapes on the
Sabbath, and gettingin grain and putting it on asses; as well as wine and ...
/c/crushing.htm - 35k

Seed (337 Occurrences)
... Matthew 25:24 And he who had had the one talent came and said, Lord, I had knowledge
that you are a hard man, gettingin grain where you have not put seed, and ...
/s/seed.htm - 41k

Knives (12 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 18:5 For before the time of gettingin the grapes, after the opening of the
bud, when the flower has become a grape ready for crushing, he will take ...
/k/knives.htm - 10k

Judged (201 Occurrences)
... You had knowledge that I am a hard man, taking up what I have not put down
and gettingin grain where I have not put seed; (BBE). ...
/j/judged.htm - 35k

Geuel (1 Occurrence)

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