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The term "Our's" is not directly found in the Bible as a standalone word or concept. However, the possessive pronoun "our" is frequently used throughout Scripture to denote collective ownership or association, particularly in relation to God, faith, and the community of believers. This entry explores the theological and biblical significance of the concept of "our" as it pertains to the shared aspects of Christian faith and life.

1. Our Father

One of the most profound uses of "our" in the Bible is found in the Lord's Prayer, where Jesus teaches His disciples to pray, "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name" (Matthew 6:9). This invocation emphasizes the communal relationship believers have with God, acknowledging Him as the Father of all who are in Christ. It underscores the unity of the body of Christ and the shared identity of believers as children of God.

2. Our Salvation

The New Testament frequently speaks of salvation as a collective experience for the people of God. In Titus 2:13, Paul writes about "the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ" . Here, "our" signifies the shared hope and salvation that believers possess through Jesus Christ. It highlights the communal aspect of redemption and the common destiny of all who trust in Him.

3. Our Faith

The apostolic writings often refer to "our faith" as a shared belief system and trust in God. Jude 1:3 urges believers to "contend earnestly for the faith that was once for all entrusted to the saints" . This collective faith is the foundation of Christian doctrine and practice, binding believers together in a common confession and mission.

4. Our Inheritance

The concept of inheritance is another area where "our" is significant. Ephesians 1:14 speaks of the Holy Spirit as "the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession" . This inheritance is not individualistic but is shared among all who are in Christ, pointing to the future glory and eternal life promised to the community of believers.

5. Our Sins and Forgiveness

The Bible also addresses the collective nature of sin and forgiveness. In 1 John 1:9, it is written, "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" . This passage highlights the communal aspect of confession and the assurance of forgiveness available to all believers.

6. Our Responsibilities

Scripture often outlines the responsibilities of believers using the term "our." Hebrews 10:24-25 encourages believers to "consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds" and not to forsake "our own assembling together" . This emphasizes the mutual obligations Christians have to support, encourage, and gather with one another in the faith community.

7. Our Hope

The hope of believers is another shared aspect highlighted in Scripture. In 1 Peter 1:3, Peter praises God for giving believers "a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead" . This hope is not just personal but is a collective assurance that binds the Christian community together in anticipation of Christ's return and the fulfillment of God's promises.

In summary, while "Our's" as a term does not appear in the Bible, the possessive pronoun "our" is deeply embedded in the language of Scripture, reflecting the communal nature of the Christian faith. It underscores the shared relationship with God, collective salvation, common faith, and mutual responsibilities that define the life of believers in Christ.
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1 John i. 1-ii. 11
... Homily I. 1 John I. 1-II. 11. 1 John 1:1II.11 "That which was from the beginning,
which we have heard, and which we have seen with our eyes, and our hands have ...
/.../ten homilies on the epistle of john to the parthians/homily i 1 john i.htm

2 Cor. I. 12
... For our glorying is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and
[477] sincerity, not in fleshly wisdom, but in the grace of God, we behaved ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily iii 2 cor i.htm

Hebrews vii. 3-Jan
... names? But who is "King of righteousness," save our Lord Jesus Christ? "King
of righteousness. ... Peace"? None, save only our Lord Jesus Christ. ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xii hebrews vii 3-jan.htm

1 Cor. Iii. 18, 19
... two things are most apt to withdraw us from sin; when we have in mind the punishment
appointed for the sin; and when we reckon up the amount of our true dignity ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily x 1 cor iii.htm

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Our's (5 Occurrences)
...Our's (5 Occurrences). Mark 12:7 But those husbandmen said among themselves, This
is the heir; come, let us kill him, and the inheritance shall be our's. (KJV). ...
/o/our's.htm - 7k

Their's (5 Occurrences)
... is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints,
with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both ...
/t/their's.htm - 8k

Rejoicing (90 Occurrences)
... YLT RSV). 1 Corinthians 15:31 I protest by your rejoicing which I have in
Christ Jesus our Lord, I die daily. (KJV WBS). 2 Corinthians ...
/r/rejoicing.htm - 33k

Ours (63 Occurrences)
... 2. (possessive pron.) See Note Our. ... (BBE). Acts 2:8 And how is it that every one
of us is hearing their words in the language which was ours from our birth? ...
/o/ours.htm - 25k

Propitiation (4 Occurrences)
... In 1 John 2:2; 4:10, Christ is called the "propitiation for our sins."
Here a different Greek word is used (hilasmos). Christ is ...
/p/propitiation.htm - 15k

Ourselves (129 Occurrences)
... do for us;' (YLT). Luke 11:4 Forgive us our sins, for we ourselves also
forgive everyone who is indebted to us. Bring us not into ...
/o/ourselves.htm - 38k

Husbandmen (21 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). Mark 12:7 But those husbandmen said among themselves, This
is the heir; come, let us kill him, and the inheritance shall be our's. ...
/h/husbandmen.htm - 12k

Church (110 Occurrences)
... Here, moreover, it may be questioned whether Our Lord is referring to the Christian
church, or to Jewish congregations commonly known as synagogues (see the ...
/c/church.htm - 89k

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Our's (5 Occurrences)

Mark 12:7
But those husbandmen said among themselves, This is the heir; come, let us kill him, and the inheritance shall be our's.
(KJV)

1 Corinthians 1:2
Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both their's and our's:
(KJV)

2 Corinthians 1:14
As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are our's in the day of the Lord Jesus.
(KJV)

Titus 3:14
And let our's also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful.
(KJV)

1 John 2:2
And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for our's only, but also for the sins of the whole world.
(KJV)

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