Topical Encyclopedia In the context of biblical teachings, the concept of being "overlooked" can be understood in various dimensions, including divine forbearance, human neglect, and the call to humility and service. The term itself may not frequently appear in the Scriptures, but the themes associated with being overlooked are prevalent throughout the Bible.Divine Forbearance One of the most significant aspects of being "overlooked" in the Bible is God's forbearance towards human sin. In Acts 17:30, the Apostle Paul, speaking to the people of Athens, declares, "Although God overlooked the ignorance of earlier times, He now commands all people everywhere to repent." This passage highlights God's patience and mercy, choosing to overlook past ignorance while calling humanity to repentance through the revelation of Jesus Christ. This divine overlooking is not an endorsement of sin but a demonstration of God's grace, providing an opportunity for repentance and salvation. Human Neglect The Bible also addresses the human tendency to overlook others, particularly those who are marginalized or in need. In the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37), Jesus illustrates how a priest and a Levite overlook a man who has been beaten and left for dead, while a Samaritan, considered an outsider, stops to help. This parable underscores the call to love and serve others, challenging believers not to overlook those in need but to act with compassion and mercy. James 2:1-4 warns against showing favoritism, urging believers not to overlook the poor in favor of the rich: "My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism. Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in shabby clothes also comes in. If you lavish attention on the man in fine clothes and say, 'Here is a seat of honor,' but say to the poor man, 'You must stand,' or, 'Sit at my feet,' have you not discriminated among yourselves and become judges with evil thoughts?" This passage calls for an equitable treatment of all individuals, reflecting God's impartial love. Call to Humility and Service The Bible frequently emphasizes humility and the importance of serving others, even when such acts may go unnoticed or be overlooked by society. Jesus Himself exemplified this attitude, as seen in Philippians 2:5-7: "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness." Jesus' willingness to humble Himself and serve others, even to the point of death, serves as the ultimate model for believers. In Matthew 6:1-4, Jesus teaches about the importance of performing acts of righteousness without seeking human recognition: "Be careful not to perform your righteous acts before men to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. So when you give to the needy, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by men. Truly I tell you, they already have their reward. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." This teaching encourages believers to focus on God's approval rather than human accolades, trusting that God sees and values even the most overlooked acts of kindness and service. In summary, the biblical concept of being "overlooked" encompasses God's merciful patience, the human call to notice and care for the marginalized, and the encouragement to serve humbly without seeking recognition. These themes invite believers to reflect God's character in their interactions with others and in their personal spiritual journeys. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (imp. & p. p.) of Overlook.Greek 5237. hupereidon -- to overlook ... disregard. Word Origin from huper and eidon Definition to overlook NASB Word Usage overlooked (1). overlook, not punish, wink at. ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5237.htm - 6k 3865. paratheoreo -- to compare, to overlook Library Acts x. 23, 24 Praying Saints of the Old Testaments (Continued) Bunsen's Biblical Researches. How to Preach the Gospel. Preaching for the Poor The Command to Love God and Our Neighbor Includes a Command to ... Seeing, Then, that There is no Need of a Command that Every Man ... January the Tenth the Lust of the Eye Matt. xvi. 28 The Study of the Bible Recommended; and a Method of Studying it ... Thesaurus Overlooked (10 Occurrences)... & pp) of Overlook. Multi-Version Concordance Overlooked (10 Occurrences). ... (WEY DBY YLT NAS NIV). Acts 17:30 The times of ignorance therefore God overlooked. ... /o/overlooked.htm - 9k Ignorance (27 Occurrences) Borrowing (1 Occurrence) Wrongdoing (122 Occurrences) Overlook (7 Occurrences) Overlooking (11 Occurrences) Love (703 Occurrences) Urim (8 Occurrences) Oversight (23 Occurrences) Jeshimon (6 Occurrences) Resources What does the Bible say about how to humble yourself? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean to be a root out of dry ground (Isaiah 53:2)? | GotQuestions.org What is a biblical view of social action? | GotQuestions.org Overlooked: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Overlooked (10 Occurrences)Acts 6:1 Acts 17:30 Romans 2:26 Genesis 50:17 Exodus 23:21 1 Kings 4:27 Esther 3:4 Job 14:16 Ecclesiastes 10:4 Isaiah 57:6 Subtopics Related Terms |
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