In the context of the Bible, the term "sharers" refers to individuals who partake in or share in something, often in a spiritual or communal sense. This concept is deeply rooted in the biblical understanding of fellowship, community, and the sharing of both material and spiritual blessings.

Biblical Foundation

The idea of sharing is central to the teachings of the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to live in community and support one another. In Acts 2:44-45 , the early church is described as having "all things in common," selling their possessions and goods to distribute to anyone in need. This passage highlights the communal lifestyle and the importance of sharing among the early Christians.

In Hebrews 3:14 , believers are called to be "sharers in Christ," emphasizing the spiritual aspect of sharing. This sharing in Christ involves partaking in His sufferings, glory, and the inheritance promised to believers. The verse states, "We have come to share in Christ if we hold firmly to the end the assurance we had at first."

Spiritual Sharing

The concept of being sharers extends beyond material possessions to include spiritual gifts and experiences. In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul discusses the diversity of spiritual gifts given to believers for the common good. Each member of the body of Christ is a sharer in these gifts, contributing to the edification of the church.

Furthermore, in Philippians 1:7 , Paul expresses his gratitude for the Philippians, stating, "It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, because I have you in my heart; for you are all sharers of grace with me." Here, the sharing of grace signifies a mutual participation in the blessings and challenges of the Christian life.

Material Sharing

The Bible also emphasizes the importance of sharing material resources. In 2 Corinthians 9:7 , Paul encourages believers to give generously, stating, "Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver." This principle of cheerful giving underscores the joy and blessing found in sharing with others.

The practice of sharing is further illustrated in the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37), where the Samaritan shares his resources and care with a wounded stranger. This parable teaches the importance of compassion and generosity, regardless of social or ethnic boundaries.

Communal Living

The early church serves as a model for communal living and sharing. Acts 4:32 describes the believers as being "one in heart and soul," with no one claiming private ownership of their possessions. This unity and willingness to share were vital to the strength and growth of the early Christian community.

Conclusion

The biblical concept of sharers encompasses both material and spiritual dimensions, encouraging believers to live in community, support one another, and partake in the blessings and responsibilities of the Christian faith. Through sharing, believers reflect the love and generosity of Christ, fostering unity and growth within the body of Christ.2844. koinonos -- a sharer
... Word Origin from koinos Definition a sharer NASB Word Usage partaker (1), partakers
(1), partner (2), partners (2), sharers (4). companion, partaker, partner. ...
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My Brethren.
... One with Him, one with His Father and His God. Sharers of His life, sharers
of His Spirit, sharers of His glory and His inheritance. ...
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Philippians i. 1, 2
... Ye did not, because ye were entrusted with one city, he saith, care for that only,
but ye leave nothing undone to be sharers of my labors, being everywhere at ...
/.../homily i philippians i 1.htm

Good Days
... cry, "If it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will,
but as Thou wilt." Oh, not of such do I speak; not of such sharers of Christ's ...
/.../kingsley/all saints day and other sermons/sermon xix good days.htm

Rom. xv. 25-27
... that I may be refreshed with you (sunanapausomai)?" It is to gratify them on this
point too, and to make them the more cheerful by making them sharers of his ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxx rom xv 25-27.htm

God Wills Our Good.
... Leo [51] says goodness is diffusive of itself, God has a supreme desire
to make us sharers of his goods and of his happiness. If ...
/.../de liguori/uniformity with gods will/4 god wills our good.htm

Concerning God's Purpose
... He makes us worthy. Proud men are apt to assume and arrogate too much to
themselves, in being sharers with God. While many cry out ...
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Thus the Spirit of Man, Cleaving unto the Spirit of God...
... consents not, let him say that also, "Now it is not I that do this." [1917] To such
forsooth are said those words, which we, as partners and sharers with them ...
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Christ the Son of Man.
... "Since the children are sharers in flesh and blood, he also himself, in like manner,
partook of the same." He ignored all accidental relationships closer than ...
/.../v christ the son of man.htm

Letter xvii to the Same
... for you; the second as the abyss in which it is swallowed up; for it is not doubtful
that those who are partakers of the labour, will be also sharers of the ...
/.../some letters of saint bernard abbot of clairvaux/letter xvii to the same.htm

Letter xxxii (AD 1132) to Thurstan, Archbishop of York
... us, then, discharge the debt that nature requires of us, that we may avoid sin;
but let us be co-workers with grace, that we may merit to become sharers of it. ...
/.../some letters of saint bernard abbot of clairvaux/letter xxxii a d 1132 to.htm

Sharers (14 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Sharers (14 Occurrences). Romans 8 ... NIV). Ephesians
5:7 Therefore do not become sharers with them. (WEY). Philippians ...
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Share (138 Occurrences)
... Romans 8:17 and if children, then heirs too--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ;
if indeed we are sharers in Christ's sufferings, in order that we may also ...
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Christ's (64 Occurrences)
... Romans 8:17 and if children, then heirs too--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ;
if indeed we are sharers in Christ's sufferings, in order that we may also ...
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Co-Heirs (1 Occurrence)
... Romans 8:17 and if children, then heirs too--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ;
if indeed we are sharers in Christ's sufferings, in order that we may also ...
/c/co-heirs.htm - 6k

Alike (67 Occurrences)
... Hebrews 2:14 Since then the children referred to are all alike sharers in perishable
human nature, He Himself also, in the same way, took on Him a share of it ...
/a/alike.htm - 25k

Sufferings (27 Occurrences)
... Romans 8:17 and if children, then heirs too--heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ;
if indeed we are sharers in Christ's sufferings, in order that we may also ...
/s/sufferings.htm - 14k

Shares (8 Occurrences)

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Wondrous (41 Occurrences)
... 1:4 It is by means of these that He has granted us His precious and wondrous promises,
in order that through them you may, one and all, become sharers in the ...
/w/wondrous.htm - 18k

Imprisonment (15 Occurrences)
... you all, because, both during my imprisonment and when I stand up in defence of
the Good News or to confirm its truth, I have you in my heart, sharers as you ...
/i/imprisonment.htm - 11k

Invitation (4 Occurrences)
... Hebrews 3:1 Therefore, holy brethren, sharers with others in a heavenly invitation,
fix your thoughts on Jesus, the Apostle and High Priest whose followers we ...
/i/invitation.htm - 8k

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