Definition and Context:
Well-doing, in the biblical context, refers to the practice of righteous and virtuous actions that align with God's commandments and the teachings of Jesus Christ. It encompasses acts of kindness, charity, obedience, and moral integrity. Well-doing is often associated with the fruits of the Spirit and is a reflection of a life transformed by faith in Christ.

Biblical References:
The concept of well-doing is woven throughout Scripture, emphasizing the importance of living a life that pleases God. In Galatians 6:9, the Apostle Paul encourages believers, "Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." This verse highlights perseverance in righteous actions, promising a divine reward for those who remain steadfast.

1 Peter 2:15 states, "For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorance of foolish men." Here, well-doing serves as a testimony to the truth of the Gospel, countering false accusations and misunderstandings about the Christian faith.

Theological Significance:
Well-doing is not merely about external actions but is deeply rooted in the transformation of the heart. It is a response to God's grace and a manifestation of faith. Ephesians 2:10 declares, "For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life." This indicates that well-doing is part of God's divine plan for believers, prepared for them to walk in as a natural expression of their new identity in Christ.

Practical Application:
Believers are called to engage in well-doing as a reflection of their faith and love for God. This includes acts of service, generosity, and compassion towards others. James 1:27 defines pure religion as "to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world." Well-doing, therefore, involves both social responsibility and personal holiness.

Challenges and Encouragement:
While well-doing is a noble pursuit, it can be challenging due to human weakness and external opposition. The Bible acknowledges these difficulties but offers encouragement. Hebrews 13:16 reminds believers, "And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." This verse reassures that God values and is pleased with the sacrifices made in the pursuit of well-doing.

Eternal Perspective:
The Scriptures affirm that well-doing has eternal significance. In Matthew 25:21, Jesus speaks of the faithful servant, "His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’" This parable illustrates the eternal reward and joy that await those who commit themselves to well-doing in this life.

In summary, well-doing is an essential aspect of the Christian life, reflecting the character of Christ and fulfilling God's purpose for His people. It is both a present duty and a future hope, promising divine reward and eternal joy.16. agathopoiia -- welldoing
... See 18 (). Word Origin from agathopoios Definition welldoing NASB Word
Usage doing what (1), doing what is right (1). well-doing. ...
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2569. kalopoieo -- to do well
... This tern only occurs in 2 Thes 3:13. Word Origin from kalos and poieo Definition
to do well NASB Word Usage doing good (1). well doing. ...
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2108. euergesia -- a good deed
... euergesia Phonetic Spelling: (yoo-erg-es-ee'-ah) Short Definition: good action,
kind service Definition: good action, well-doing, benefiting, kind service. ...
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2140. eupoiia -- doing good
... to do good. From a compound of eu and poieo; well-doing, ie Beneficence -- to do
good. see GREEK eu. see GREEK poieo. (eupoiias) -- 1 Occurrence. 2139, 2140. ...
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October 20. "Let us not be Weary in Well-Doing" (Gal. vi. 9).
... OCTOBER 20. "Let us not be weary in well-doing" (Gal. vi. 9). "Let us not
be weary in well-doing" (Galatians 6:9). If Paul could ...
/.../simpson/days of heaven upon earth /october 20 let us not.htm

He Commits Theft with his Companions, not Urged on by Poverty, but ...
... Book II. Chapter IV."He Commits Theft with His Companions, Not Urged on
by Poverty, But from a Certain Distaste of Well-Doing. ...
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Of Meditation Upon the Hidden Judgments of God, that we May not be ...
... THE THIRD BOOK. ON INWARD CONSOLATION CHAPTER XIV Of meditation upon the hidden
judgments of God, that we may not be lifted up because of our well-doing. ...
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Refutation of the Calumnies by which it is Attempted to Throw ...
... 2. Refutation of a consequent of the former calumny"viz. that men are dissuaded
from well-doing when we destroy merit. Two modes of refutation. ...
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'Into Thy Hands'
... of God commit the keeping of their souls to Him in welldoing,' which has ... continual
ordering of the life in accordance with His will; for 'well-doing' does not ...
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2 Thessalonians iii. 5-Mar
... (For as he proceeds, he says, "be not weary in well doing.") For certainly he
that is idle and yet able to work must needs be a busybody. ...
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Christ
... He was a beneficent man. Multitudes of men are benevolent, but not beneficent.
Benevolence is well wishing. Beneficence is well doing. ...
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"Let Brotherly Love Continue. "
... that you may not fail of it. For it is the cause of well-doing, and well-doing
of salvation. Therefore all of you present your provisions ...
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Philippians iv. 14-Oct
... This he doth, both that they who benefited him may not be lifted up with arrogance,
and that they may become more zealous in well-doing, since they rather ...
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Epistle Lxvi. To Edilbert, King of the Angli.
... up the manners of thy subjects in great purity of life by exhorting, by terrifying,
by enticing, by correcting, by shewing examples of well-doing; that so you ...
/.../the epistles of saint gregory the great/epistle lxvi to edilbert king.htm

Well-doing (9 Occurrences)
Well-doing. Well-doers, Well-doing. Well-dressed . Multi-Version
Concordance Well-doing (9 Occurrences). Romans 2:7 ...
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Tired (51 Occurrences)
... Galatians 6:9 And let us not get tired of well-doing; for at the right time we will
get in the grain, if we do not give way to weariness. (BBE). ...
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Faint (76 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). Galatians 6:9 And let us not be weary in welldoing:
for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. (KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT). ...
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Undergo (91 Occurrences)
... 1 Peter 3:17 Because if it is God's purpose for you to undergo pain, it is
better to do so for well-doing than for evil-doing. (BBE). ...
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Keeping (282 Occurrences)
... 1 Timothy 1:19 Keeping faith, and being conscious of well-doing; for some, by not
doing these things, have gone wrong in relation to the faith: (BBE NAS). ...
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Persecution (22 Occurrences)
... 5. A Means of Blessing: It would be a sure means of gaining a blessing, whenever
it came to His loyal followers when they were in the way of well-doing; and He ...
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Well-dressed (1 Occurrence)
Well-dressed. Well-doing, Well-dressed. Well-driven . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(BBE NIV). Well-doing, Well-dressed. Well-driven . Reference Bible.
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Well-doers (1 Occurrence)
Well-doers. Well-conceived, Well-doers. Well-doing . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Well-conceived, Well-doers. Well-doing . Reference Bible.
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Welfare (32 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) Well-doing or well-being in any respect; the enjoyment
of health and the common blessings of life; exemption from any evil or ...
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Weariness (44 Occurrences)
... (KJV BBE WBS). Galatians 6:9 And let us not get tired of well-doing; for at the
right time we will get in the grain, if we do not give way to weariness. (BBE). ...
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