Dear saints,
Can there be anything more vital in our earthly life in Christ that to present ourselves approved to God?
No. None.
It also stands to reason that we can be disapproved too. Let us all be wise master builders and build our spiritual life not on the sand…but on the Rock!
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Dokimos – Greek NASB Number: 1384; Pronounced: dok’-ee-mos
Definition: tested, approved; List of English Words and Number of Times Used: approved (7).
Romans 14:18 For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men.
Romans 16:10 Greet Apelles, the approved in Christ. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus.
1 Corinthians 11:19 For there must also be factions among you, so that those who are approved may become evident among you.
2 Corinthians 10:18 For it is not he who commends himself that is approved, but he whom the Lord commends.
2 Corinthians 13:7 Now we pray to God that you do no wrong; not that we ourselves may appear approved, but that you may do what is right, even though we may appear unapproved.
2 Timothy 2:15 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.
James 1:12 Blessed is a man who perseveres under trial; for once he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
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Please note we use the New American Standard Updated translation for our work, unless otherwise noted.
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Your friend and brother in fighting the good fight,
Marc
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Saints, we’re one day closer to Home, and Him! Love Him wholeheartedly!
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Marc White, Director, Walk Worthy Ministries, www.WalkWorthy.org
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