Definition:
To substantiate means to provide evidence or proof to support or establish the truth of something. In a biblical context, it often involves confirming the truth of God's word, promises, or actions through evidence, testimony, or fulfillment.

Biblical Context:
The concept of substantiation is woven throughout the Bible, as God often provides evidence of His power, promises, and truth. This is seen in the fulfillment of prophecies, the performance of miracles, and the testimony of witnesses.

Old Testament Examples:
1. Fulfillment of Prophecies: The Old Testament contains numerous prophecies that are later substantiated by their fulfillment. For instance, the prophecy of the coming Messiah is substantiated in the New Testament through the life and work of Jesus Christ (Isaiah 7:14; Micah 5:2).

2. Miracles as Evidence: In the account of Elijah and the prophets of Baal, God substantiates His power through the miracle of fire from heaven, proving His supremacy over false gods (1 Kings 18:36-39).

3. Covenant Promises: God's covenant with Abraham is substantiated through the birth of Isaac, despite Abraham and Sarah's old age, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His promises (Genesis 21:1-3).

New Testament Examples:
1. Resurrection of Jesus: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a central event that substantiates His divinity and the truth of His teachings. The empty tomb and appearances to the disciples serve as evidence (Matthew 28:5-7; 1 Corinthians 15:3-8).

2. Miracles of Jesus: The miracles performed by Jesus, such as healing the sick and raising the dead, substantiate His authority and identity as the Son of God (John 10:37-38).

3. Testimony of Witnesses: The apostles and early Christians provided testimony to substantiate the truth of the Gospel. Their willingness to suffer and die for their faith serves as powerful evidence of their convictions (Acts 4:19-20).

The Role of Faith and Evidence:
While faith is a key component of the Christian life, the Bible also emphasizes the importance of evidence in substantiating belief. Hebrews 11:1 states, "Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see." This assurance is often supported by the evidence of God's past actions and promises.

Application for Believers:
Believers are called to substantiate their faith through their actions and testimony. As James 2:18 notes, "But someone will say, 'You have faith and I have deeds.' Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by my deeds." This underscores the importance of living out one's faith in a way that provides evidence of its truth.

Conclusion:
The concept of substantiation in the Bible highlights the importance of evidence and testimony in confirming the truth of God's word and promises. Through fulfilled prophecies, miracles, and the testimony of believers, the Bible provides a foundation for faith that is both spiritual and evidential.1. (v. t.) To make to exist; to make real.

2. (v. t.) To establish the existence or truth of by proof or competent evidence; to verify; as, to substantiate a charge or allegation; to substantiate a declaration.

3936. paristemi -- to place beside, to present, stand by, appear
... tan'-o) from para and histemi; to stand beside, ie (transitively) to exhibit, proffer,
(specially), recommend, (figuratively) substantiate; or (intransitively ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3936.htm - 9k8454. tushiyyah -- sound, efficient wisdom, abiding success
... Or tushiyah { too-shee-yaw'}; from an unused root probably meaning to substantiate;
support or (by implication) ability, ie (direct) help, (in purpose) an ...
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Regeneration.
... But I might just as lawfully insist that it is the work of man alone, and quote
those passages that ascribe it to man, to substantiate my position. ...
/.../finney/systematic theology/lecture xxvii regeneration.htm

An Essay on the Scriptural Doctrine of Immortality.
... {4}. Not only did the philosophy of Greece and Rome fail to substantiate the reality
of an immortal existence; other philosophical systems, as well the mystical ...
/.../an essay on the scriptural.htm

Internal Evidence Demonstrated to be the Very Reverse of ...
... It remains, therefore, that we now examine the proofs by which it is proposed to
substantiate these confident assertions, and ascertain exactly what they are ...
/.../chapter ix internal evidence demonstrated.htm

Internal Evidence Demonstrated to be the Very Reverse of ...
... It remains, therefore, that we now examine the proofs by which it is proposed to
substantiate these confident assertions, and ascertain exactly what they are ...
/.../chapter ix internal evidence demonstrated.htm

The Ordinances of the New Testament.
... the Savior's commission to his disciples was forty days after his resurrection,
such teachers are driven from this position, and to substantiate their doctrine ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/the gospel day /chapter viii the ordinances of.htm

To the Romans
... presence. 3 You never grudged anyone. You taught others. [233] So I want you
to substantiate the lessons that you bid them heed. ?^2Just ...
//christianbookshelf.org/richardson/early christian fathers/to the romans.htm

The Trial at Caesarea
... He knew from what motive they had flattered him, and he saw also that they
had failed to substantiate their charges against Paul. ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 39 the trial at.htm

In Pilate's Judgment Hall
... The Jews were disconcerted. Knowing that they could not substantiate their charges
against Christ, they did not desire a public examination. ...
/.../white/the desire of ages/chapter 77 in pilates judgment.htm

The Redeemer's Return is Necessitated by the Humiliation of the ...
... Does not the Cross of Calvary necessitate that our Lord shall yet come back to our
earth in order to substantiate His claims and ratify His promises? ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/pink/the redeemers return/iv the redeemers return is.htm

Account of a Conference Proposed to Me, but which I Refused.
... For no such accusation had ever yet been brought against me by any person; and,
I was confident, no attempt would be made to substantiate against me a charge ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/1 account of a conference.htm

Substantiate (1 Occurrence)
... 2. (vt) To establish the existence or truth of by proof or competent evidence; to
verify; as, to substantiate a charge or allegation; to substantiate a ...
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Verify (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (vt) To prove to be true or correct; to establish
the truth of; to confirm; to substantiate. 2. (vt ...
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Oil (281 Occurrences)
... so nearly to the methods practiced in Syria up to the present time, and the presses
uncovered by excavators at such sites as Gezer substantiate so well the ...
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Eve (5 Occurrences)
... Having stated his position in regard to woman's place, he used the Genesis account
of the relation of the first woman to man to substantiate his teaching. ...
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Paul's (34 Occurrences)
... Paul's arrival, the Jews who had come down from Jerusalem stood round him, and brought
many grave charges against him which they were unable to substantiate. ...
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Arrival (19 Occurrences)
... Paul's arrival, the Jews who had come down from Jerusalem stood round him, and brought
many grave charges against him which they were unable to substantiate. ...
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Alphaeus (5 Occurrences)
... (d) That Clopas had two names as was common at that time; but there is nothing
to either substantiate or disprove this theory. See CLOPAS. ...
/a/alphaeus.htm - 12k

Substantial (2 Occurrences)

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Substantiating (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Substantiate. Multi-Version
Concordance Substantiating (1 Occurrence). Hebrews 11:1 ...
/s/substantiating.htm - 6k

Support (135 Occurrences)
... 7. (vt) To verify; to make good; to substantiate; to establish; to sustain; as,
the testimony is not sufficient to support the charges; the evidence will not ...
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