The term "settles" in the context of the Bible often refers to the act of establishing, making stable, or bringing to rest. It can be understood both in a literal sense, such as settling in a land, and in a metaphorical sense, such as settling disputes or establishing peace. The concept of settling is significant in the biblical narrative as it often denotes God's provision, guidance, and the fulfillment of His promises.

Settling in the Promised Land

One of the most prominent examples of settling in the Bible is the Israelites' settlement in the Promised Land. After their exodus from Egypt and years of wandering in the wilderness, God fulfills His promise to Abraham by bringing his descendants into Canaan. In Joshua 21:43-45 , it is recorded: "So the LORD gave Israel all the land He had sworn to give their fathers, and they took possession of it and settled there. And the LORD gave them rest on every side, just as He had sworn to their fathers. Not one of their enemies withstood them; the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hands. Not one of all the LORD’s good promises to the house of Israel failed; everything was fulfilled."

Settling Disputes

The Bible also addresses the importance of settling disputes among individuals and communities. In the New Testament, Jesus emphasizes reconciliation and settling matters quickly. In Matthew 5:25 , He advises, "Reconcile quickly with your adversary while you are still on the way to court, or he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison." This teaching underscores the value of peace and resolution in relationships.

Settling in Faith

The concept of settling extends to the spiritual realm, where believers are called to be settled in their faith. The Apostle Paul, in his letters, often encourages Christians to be steadfast and immovable in their beliefs. In Colossians 1:23 , Paul writes, "if indeed you continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope of the gospel you heard, which has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant."

God's Settling Work

God's role in settling His people is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. In 1 Peter 5:10 , it is written, "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." This passage highlights God's active involvement in establishing and securing His followers, providing them with a firm foundation in Christ.

Settling in the Heart

The Bible also speaks to the internal settling of the heart, where peace and contentment are found in God's presence. Psalm 62:1 declares, "Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from Him." This verse reflects the deep spiritual rest and settlement that believers experience when they trust in God's sovereignty and provision.

In summary, the concept of "settles" in the Bible encompasses physical, relational, and spiritual dimensions, illustrating God's desire for His people to be established in His promises, reconciled in their relationships, and firm in their faith.

Christ the Son of God.
... does. Before establishing this proposition, the word of Jesus settles nothing.
After its establishment, it settles everything. When ...
/.../iv christ the son of god.htm

Perishing or Being Saved
... III. And now, lastly, notice the determining attitude to the Cross which
settles the class to which we belong. Paul, in my text, is ...
/.../romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/perishing or being saved.htm

They Shall be Called the Children of God
... 4 Man, when he adopts, settles but earthly privileges upon his heir, but God
settles heavenly privileges justification, glorification. ...
/.../the beatitudes an exposition of matthew 51-12/19 they shall be called.htm

'To Him that Hath Shall be Given'
... the man can do a thing, and he gets it to do"'and from him that hath not shall be
taken away even that which he hath,' That law largely settles every man's ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/to him that hath shall.htm

An Old Subscription List
... brought' so-and- so. Such statements embody the very plain truism that
what we have settles what we are bound to give. Or, to put ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/an old subscription list.htm

The Timeliness of Prayer
... God. That settles our prayer for victory. We ... victories. It settles at last
whether morality or machinery is to rule the world. If ...
/.../forsyth/the soul of prayer/chapter iv the timeliness of.htm

A New Years Message
... To-morrow is the child of to-day, and yesterday was the father of this day. What
we are, springs from what we have been, and settles what we shall be. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/a new years message.htm

Sanctification
... Everything settles in its own appropriate place; now God's proper place is that
of oneness and holiness; these come from sanctification; therefore God must of ...
//christianbookshelf.org/eckhart/meister eckharts sermons/vi sanctification.htm

Farewell
... the historical and famous Nectar for the Gods, yet when he leaves his home to go
abroad, he takes his last glass of intoxicant, till he settles himself, in a ...
/.../conversion of a high priest into a christian worker/chapter i farewell.htm

Introductory Notice by Professor MB Riddle, DD
... section 2.--- place and date of composition; author. The recovery of the entire
text of the Second Epistle settles the question as to the purpose of the work. ...
/.../unknown/the second epistle of clement/introductory notice by professor m.htm

Settles (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Settles (4 Occurrences). ... (See NIV). Psalms 113:9 He settles
the barren woman in her home, as a joyful mother of children. Praise Yah! ...
/s/settles.htm - 7k

Settler (8 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) One who settles, becomes fixed, established, etc. ... 3. (n.) That which settles
or finishes; hence, a blow, etc., which settles or decides a contest. ...
/s/settler.htm - 9k

Settling (3 Occurrences)
... & vb. n.) of Settle. 2. (n.) The act of one who, or that which, settles; the act
of establishing one's self, of colonizing, subsiding, adjusting, etc. ...
/s/settling.htm - 7k

Settle (63 Occurrences)
... 8. (n.) To restore or bring to a smooth, dry, or passable condition; -- said of
the ground, of roads, and the like; as, clear weather settles the roads. ...
/s/settle.htm - 30k

Yah (40 Occurrences)
... of Yahweh. (WEB). Psalms 113:9 He settles the barren woman in her home,
as a joyful mother of children. Praise Yah! (WEB). Psalms ...
/y/yah.htm - 15k

Lee (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vi) To lie; to speak falsely. 2. (n.) That
which settles at the bottom, as of a cask of liquor (esp. ...
/l/lee.htm - 7k

Finisher (1 Occurrence)
... perfection. 2. (n.) Something that gives the finishing touch to, or settles,
anything. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. FINISHER. ...
/f/finisher.htm - 8k

Dew (35 Occurrences)
... and hence, there is rapid radiation beginning immediately after sunset, which cools
the land and the air until the moisture is condensed and settles on cool ...
/d/dew.htm - 26k

Disputes (18 Occurrences)
... They returned to Jerusalem. (See NAS NIV). Proverbs 18:18 The lot settles disputes,
and keeps strong ones apart. (WEB RSV NIV). Proverbs ...
/d/disputes.htm - 11k

Confession (22 Occurrences)
... A judicial confession settles the issue to which it applies; an extrajudicial
confession may be explained or rebutted. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
/c/confession.htm - 20k

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