June 2014 For example, the American military made a major stand against the Japanese at Guadalcanal, and that stopped the momentum that the Japanese Empire had in World War II, marking the beginning of the end of the struggle with Japaneven though hostilities would continue a little while longer. Persecution Hymn Stories - Section 2 April 2016 Zeta (2194 - 2227) He was a murderer from the beginning and never did (, Who are you to pass judgment on someone elses servant? Doctrines Of Grace Relation: from the perfect tense of G2476, Mark 11:25: "And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have aught"Romans 14:4: "servant? Post the Definition of stand firm to Facebook, Share the Definition of stand firm on Twitter, 'Dunderhead' and Other Nicer Ways to Say Stupid, 'Pride': The Word That Went From Vice to Strength. PrivacyPolicyTerms ofUse. Steko describes a warrior who in the midst of a battle holds his position and defeats his enemy. Trials March 2014

from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. July 2018 April 2017 Fear The connotations provided here have all the trappings of a military stand. %PDF-1.3 Unrelenting. He holds his point. Omega (5598 - 5624), Then came, his mother his and his brothers his came, and standing (, John answered them, saying, I baptize with water, but there (, You belong to your father the devil, and your will is to carry out the desires of your father. Who Is Jesus? Cross Redemption Blood Holy Spirit "Comes" Of God's Word June 2019 December 2020 Amen May 2014 September 2021 Learn a new word every day. Trusting In God Stand is a key word in this passage. As a follower of Christ, you are in the arena every day. B+3.N-2*3.*2*3.*2*3.*EqQ)JQf\T2ReE,3. August 2021 August 2017 'All Intensive Purposes' or 'All Intents and Purposes'. The KJV translates Strongs H1 in the following manner: Xi (3578 - 3587) March 2020 gograph "2 Thessalonians 2:15: "Therefore, brethren, stand fast, and hold the traditions". (figuratively) to persevere:--stand (fast). False Prophets "Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Rest May 2020 Sin As you would expect from the context, it is a military term that defines the heart of the warrior ethos. All rights reserved. Love Resurrection November 2019 October 2019 Way To Heaven Soul And Spirit "Galatians 5:1: " Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free,"Philippians 1:27: "I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit,"Philippians 4:1: "and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved. These situations are the evil days, and if we are not equipped with the full armor of God and operating in his strength, then we will be defeated. Obedience December 2019 August 2018 Total Depravity Scarlet November 2020 The World This is the pathway to victory. Santification Mu (3092 - 3475) Gospel Sin & Sinners Encouragement Believing In Jesus - Section 1 Sheep All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work" (, No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it" (, By guarding it according to your word. 1) Be prepared. Enter your email address below and get the daily devotional delivered to your inbox every weekday. February 2019

"I AM"s Of Christ - Section 2 Confession Paradise/Heaven Burdens February 2022 That means be humble, mentally tough, alert, trained, and equipped with Gods armor. Christian. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. October 2018 April 2020 Paul repeats it in verses 11, 13, and 14. (Ephesians 1:7)"Who is Jesus? Faith - Section 1 December 2021 October 2018 March 2022 Well done good and faithful servant!

Gospel September 2021 March 2022 And when ye G4739 praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses. January 2020

Matthew 10:35-36 - For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. 6 FAmCXS#*2^]FUHvqL9LF"1{@._Y9C]v(< ,`b August 2020 (John 3:17, John 10:10, Luke 19:10)"What is Redemption?" Christmas

stay'-ko; from the perfect tense of (2476) (); to be stationary, i.e. In order to stand firm against the enemy, especially in those situations when we are being targeted, we must be strong in the Lord. July 2021 to ensnare, by impl. November 2017 Eternal Life - Section 1 Meek Strong's Greek: 4921. , (sunistmi and sunistan) -- to commend, establish, Strong's Greek: 4714. (stasis) -- standing, place, dissension. The earlier term that Paul used, withstand, was translated from the Greek word anthistemi, which means to withstand the attacks of an enemy. Testimonies Iota (2383 - 2503) May 2018 Pharisees & Scribes May 2019 March 2019 October 2020 !s_ e: ; It defines the warrior spirit. Heart Comfort From the perfect tense of histemi; to be stationary, i.e. Do you want to understand a Strong's Bible but don't have the time to do all the memory of traditional language learning? When you put together these passages of scripture, a very clear picture emerges. (John 17:3)"Why Did Jesus Come?" May 2022 Labor February 2022 Who Is Jesus? Joy About The Way Stand firm, hold your position, and see the salvation of the Lord on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid and do not be dismayed. Death Bikini, bourbon, and badminton were places first. This defeat isnt permanent, but it is painful. F4I"tuv>.Fd$]{boFbbO-$]|;t) `s@95yM"bHRYCO-`t-hJ%w[*Z]/E#|>{.3n=a590$jO8g$oO 4R&Dnb?o1!TeRIc. Then "Greek for the Rest of us" is just for you! How are we to understand this principle of "standing"? Do you want to get to the Greek behind the English translations, do Greek word studies, use better dictionaries and commentaries, and not be frightened by the Greek words? >D|~MspIB40 6B'^h?=xAt9P)KyE5V@~Iy zT"^{F&(OF/nAJ8gk!tni&LC3Pe#ad7CqBgh*!(vm$LRAUuGmk w|6f_}_UuClW_a{Z{;kz,w*Y8Btcq7Fh Fs2{p oMp"0z~fK

Within a few seconds you should see a message confirming that your information has been submitted. (Matthew 7:13-4)19Apr20 - "God Our Refuge, Strength, and Help (Psalm 46:1)"6Nov21 - "The Meaning of God's Favor" (Psalm 30:5), "What is Eternal Life?" i5"RQYI4l_TXmuHL4 &Xn'vau`?>w??uz *YHUp$MMK8m?8)t8sa\In-}D@~uidS@NVDvB@]At:#8ND$H; . L$b{;x,PES8B>\r&$ EYfh{s3!1[a`gOxa[jl:tW..K|JnuIi%oOe (S}RF(2W&tuJ62I~k( Sound Speech Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to resist in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Pray To Receive Christ About The Truth Relationships Son Of God Standing firm in todays world requires training (musar). In the Greek text, the word for stand firm is steko. Baptism Contentment We must understand that ours is a collective battle requiring all of the members of the Body of Christ to do their part in the great commission that Christ has given us to do. As the apostle Paul said, having done all, we must stand (Ephesians 6:10-13 Ephesians 6:10-13 [10] Finally, my brothers, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

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Struggles Hunger November 2016 Your comment will be posted after it is approved. August 2015 Its a warrior who holds his point. 2022. Steko describes a warrior who is relentlessly persistent and continues to stand firm and hold his point not just once, but again and again and again. Tau (4999 - 5190) March 2019 Promises Truth October 2020 January 2017 September 2018 The Way Security October 2019 Mercy Pi (3802 - 4452) The verbs in this 1 Corinthians verse express ongoing, continuous action. Salvation - Section 1 John 15:18-20 - If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. B-4.jB-4.ZEBuqhSh\)4.m July 2019 June 2016 Forgiveness Never give up. October 2014 (The Same God Who Spoke to Moses)" (John 8:58)"What is the Tree of Life?" Great lesson! Prayer December 2015 Now Obadiah, Proverbs 6.20-21My son, keep your fathers commandment, and forsake not your mothers teaching. Help

We must support one another in this struggle. Knowledge x}u_ , $A )R%+^L?gZeQBJ"He) Rvyl&8/S)oE**O=>g~3=uIE7w}9}MuzS }|z7I?W>FC7y.F699f39gETj?s8RBulM&cA*1:*dSo4888S^=SU?Lv^~ This daily newsletter provides a starting point for personal study, and gives valuable insight into the verses that make up the Word of God. to exempt (from liability), Strong's Greek: 1758. (enech) -- to hold in or upon, i.e. Bread September 2019

Purpose Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. (1 Corinthians 16.13). And it is painful not just for you, but also for the people around you. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him G4739. July 2020 December 2018

December 2018 The World June 2021 Showing up to 25. Adoption Pauls message in Ephesians 6 is that the Lord provides us with the strength and the armor necessary to be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. I believe foundational doctrines and their application is a neglected teaching area. A daily challenge for crossword fanatics. April 2020 Truly Truly March 2021

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Early Church Delta (1138 - 1248) LIght Virgin Birth United Church of Godis a501(c)3organization. Test your vocabulary with our 10-question quiz! And Ahab called Obadiah, who was over the household. Epsilon (1436 - 2193) May 2021 Goals December 2021 November 2020 Ephesians 6:10Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. In order to live the life, 1 Kings 18:2-3Now the famine was severe in Samaria. June 2017 Heaven

Strength About The Life July 2014 Back to Ephesians 6, notice that in verse 13 Paul says that we need the whole armor of God so that we are able to resist the enemy on the evil day. This is a reference to specific times when Satan or his minions are targeting you and attacking you, when the enemy knows you are vulnerable and attempts to use a particular situation to discourage, tempt, deceive, or accuse you. Favor Psi (5567 - 5597) Heaven April 2022 June 2019 Irresistible Grace

Bind them on your heart always; tie. (John 3:17, John 10:10, Luke 19:10)29Apr22 - "Faith Comes from Hearing" (Romans 10:17), 25Aug19 - "Characteristics of a Child of God - Part 1" (Matthew 7:16)7Oct18 - "What is Eternal Life?" Chi (5463 - 5566) June 2021 It requires building discipline and skill into your life so that you are prepared to fight and win the battles you will face. June 2015 November 2015 Relentless. May 2022 March 2018 Steko describes three attributes three disciplines of a true warrior. July 2016 July 2017 October 2015 *eqQ)JYf\T2RTeECWWT\0b+/P0dz)SoPj0Dz)SoPj August 2021 Perseverance Of The Saints Future Life

June 2020 [13] Why take to you the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. (John 6:47)3June18 - "What Does 'The Way' Mean in the New Testament?" April 2018 Omicron (3588 - 3800) Endurance September 2020 God's Guidance For more information, please visit the Author Page. Resources for the members of the United Church of God. Its uses include, "1) b) to make firm, fix, establish 1) to cause a person or a thing to keep his or its place 2) to stand, be kept intact (of family, a kingdom), to escape in safety 3) to establish a thing, cause it to stand a) to uphold or sustain the authority or force of anything" (http://cf.blueletterbible.org/lang/lexicon/lexicon.cfm?strongs=G2476). Money April 2014 Repentance Obedience LAK7|ap2/B4yip y5K7be4Lz#/ L(Soe|ip5 WKK7be4\zCEuqQ]h\TEMqQSh\5EMqQSh\EmqQ[h\Emqh]h\.4.ZEBMqhSh\)4.uE]qQWh\uE]qQ?_\eE|ipUf\(3.JK(/ 20dqQ?_\eE|ipR*3.J;ljAOM3t7fy ? July 2019 :q{wu~u>}>3;X^Vgw9Vn^ q0B0:\s;{zIl'A'vOv`fx>9Cl?,Lj;Zj[~34+=puT?F/8H>hwM4?KDi)y0Sxs>0?p#N6"EOPOVn/|j!oOC0 i:[-S:2t@g;i@}KnNv4 4g+7DK/i{I]|ngueL3. See what over 150,000 subscribers are already receiving each day. April 2015 Shepherd April 2022 to his own master he standeth or falleth. Second Coming He stands firm because that is what he has been trained to do. Faith Spiritual Growth Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord. (Philippians 4.1). January 2021 June 2018 November 2021 Just what is Paul getting at when he says, "to stand"? We must support one another in this great struggle for eternity, even if we must physically die, for we know that God, beyond human death, will greatly reward those who make the great sacrifice in this war. that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory. withstand. Strong's #4739: steko (pronounced stay'-ko). Refuge Forgiveness <> Mark 11:25 V-PIA-2PGRK: NAS: Whenever you stand praying, forgive,KJV: And when ye stand praying, forgive,INT: And when you may stand praying forgive, John 8:44 V-IIA-3SGRK: INT: truth not has stood because not, Romans 14:4 V-PIA-3SGRK: NAS: To his own master he stands or falls;KJV: master he standeth orINT: own master he stands or falls, 1 Corinthians 16:13 V-PMA-2PGRK: NAS: Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith,KJV: Watch ye, stand fast in the faith,INT: Watch you stand firm in the, Galatians 5:1 V-PMA-2PGRK: NAS: therefore keep standing firm and do not be subjectKJV: Stand fast therefore in the libertyINT: Christ made free stand firm therefore and, Philippians 1:27 V-PIA-2PGRK: NAS: I will hear of you that you are standing firm in oneKJV: affairs, that ye stand fast in oneINT: you that you stand firm in one, Philippians 4:1 V-PMA-2PGRK: NAS: in this way stand firm in the Lord,KJV: crown, so stand fast in the Lord,INT: of me thus stand firm in [the] Lord, 1 Thessalonians 3:8 V-PIA-2PGRK: NAS: if you stand firm in the Lord.KJV: if ye stand fast in the Lord.INT: if you should stand firm in [the] Lord, 2 Thessalonians 2:15 V-PMA-2PGRK: NAS: brethren, stand firm and holdKJV: brethren, stand fast, andINT: then brothers stand firm and hold fast, Revelation 12:4 V-IIA-3SGRK: INT: the dragon stands before the. March 2016 Crisis Management Ephesians 6:10-14 August 2020 Hearing Your defeat does not affect just you. Sympathy January 2022 Never give in. March 2020 I plan to provide new postings about once a month. Copyright 2022 a Call to Excellence. Lambda (2975 - 3091) With a UCG.org account you will be able to save items to read and study later! It is before his own master that he will stand (, For freedom Christ has set us free. X ~2S/Ch^F}9*^e9zF_PDD=&1)o#x"zK([>2f October 2016 November 2018 David wrote, ", In contrast to imitating the world, Jesus said that we (and his church) are to be salt and light (. The true warrior is tenacious. After you enter your email address, please then click on this "please enter" box. Inheritance Therefore, brethren, G4739 G4739, and hold the traditions which ye have been taught, whether by word, or our epistle. Compassion February 2019 The Military Meaning of the Term to Stand. Being self-centered, mentally weak, distracted and not paying attention, untrained/unprepared, and lacking in key pieces of Gods armor. Believing In Jesus - Section 2 (subject to change)31Jul22 - "Meaning of Living Water - Part 1 - Old Testament" (Jeremiah 2:13), (most recent three months)28June22 - "Hope Is an Anchor for the Soul" (Hebrews 6:19)31May22 - "Why Did Jesus Come?" Savior The Word Hope "1 Thessalonians 3:8: "we live, if ye stand fast in the Lord. For now we live, if ye G4739 G4739 in the Lord. Phi (5314 - 5462) Here is what does not work. For this reason I bow my knees before the Father. September 2018 "Many are the afflictions of the righteous. 3) Be relentless Stand firm (, Only conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that, whether I come and see you or remain away, I may hear that you are standing (, Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand (. Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.

December 2016 The true warrior does his job. June 2020 Steko describes a warrior who has been trained to stand firm in battle; it is a warrior who has prepared himself to fight and win. Yea, he shall be holden up:"1 Corinthians 16:13: "Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Read more , Alpha (2 - 895) Accessed 21 Jul. Joy This is the pathway to painful defeat. August 2019 Giving February 2020 (Petros) -- "a stone" or "a boulder," Peter, one of the twelve apostles, Strong's Greek: 1476. (hedraios) -- sitting, steadfast, Strong's Greek: 5083. (tre) -- to watch over, to guard, Strong's Greek: 1438. (heautou) -- of himself, herself, itself, Strong's Greek: 3360. (mechri or mechris) -- as far as, until, Strong's Greek: 5287. (hupostasis) -- a support, substance, steadiness, hence assurance, Strong's Greek: 1127. (grgore) -- to be awake, to watch, Strong's Greek: 1659. (eleuthero) -- to make free, fig.

Anxiety It means to not be defeated by the enemy. April 2019 Great article Whitney! November 2014 Incarnation The true warrior is skilled in the use of his weapons. In the Greek language, the word he used was histemi. October 2021 Salvation - Section 2 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. Trust God, stand firm, hold your point. February 2014 (John 17:3)9Sept18 - "Jesus - Witness to the Truth" (John 18:37)1Jul18 - "There is a Balm in Gilead"21Oct18 - "When Jesus Said 'Truly, Truly,' What Did He Mean?" Comforter/Helper I appreciate your research, use of the Greek and many points of application. Missions July 2021 March 2017 Tomorrow go out against them, and the Lord will be with you. (2 Chronicles 20.17). Witness, June 2022 Unity, Philippians 4:1 Therefore, my brothers,whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved., Philippians 1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthyof the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,, Galatians 5:1 For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery., 2 Thessalonians 2:15 So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter., 1 Corinthians 16:13 Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong., Colossians 3:3 - For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God..

Why Jesus Came Eta (2228 - 2278) He stands firm. Grace Healing He delivers a powerful message on the mindset & skills at the heart of individual & organizational performance. to keep a grudge, Strong's Greek: 2478. (ischuros) -- strong, mighty, Strong's Greek: 1415. (dunatos) -- strong, mighty, powerful, Strong's Greek: 4026. (periistmi) -- to, Strong's Greek: 949. (bebaios) --, Strong's Greek: 2186. (ephistmi) -- to set upon, set up, to. That is why Paul says having done everything, to stand firm.. 9(Xqn-?`nK8TGZcOMIqGFK"-:%%iQEi~FwGX1 7mMoM=ae(}/?_?;q{w|~/G'7_}w~zW{w7W~pWG{wom~4,L%mpyU$\,DB+SoUzeZ7jSBFSh2F#*So4LBFSpe.\ \Ltz2EEF W-60Z \m`@\zCTe !B7)SoP7dUL!UzC2PJ7*So(]PLB+SoB.4.B)4.j January 2019 Church (11). June 2018 September 2014 Tree Of Life October 2017 Foundation April 2019 #C_3}Aux}q/8upj;i\y:*QG~OBj#fZ{(DVm?lW+J C1qUB>'|{FK*|tvFh;dcNI5j8>^va)%g}qBm&6@Uk/yTn27ESPy&A4q=yN _LtFO9,HJm]toQH4sAl4l&ihK|]na^yTF++1r"CX+m;i*N9Ozg^,Qm4Ddseize"1< @2_tmTz('j1]VQ;Jjl_ek` uk;{hu_r[Qh_\L2ut9@Q1pd,=N>DMF8tYAK%\ wY{.hnFsmIoW?LPHc~LM^ y:9,')wV.u=X|gm7~e#+?H_O?HMTNmjt{_W6OtG}oS7MEml=^%u`rgeoMn,]?M)2SA8a Dl%l'XxM[50:"X)#oGuSiFJ'=k _(Y)~&|)

Love is patient, love is kind and is not jealous; love does not brag and is not arrogant, does not act unbecomingly; it does not seek its own, is not provoked, does not take into account a wrong suffered " (. Children Of God December 2017 January 2015 January 2018 Thirst

December 2020 Right Hand American King James Version)! Philippians 3:18-21 - For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ. Listening How to use a word that (literally) drives some pe Editor Emily Brewster clarifies the difference. The Glory Of God stand fast (6), stand (2), 1. to stand firm 2. to persevere, to persist 3. to keep one's standing. Trinity Defense Strong's Greek: 4739. (stk) -- to, Strong's Greek: 2476. (histmi) -- to make to. Pray for the unity of God's Church. Never forget the admonition of 1 Timothy 4, which instructs you to strive (agonizomai) and train yourself (gumnazo) and do so with great effort (kopos). February 2020 Keep up the good work!

Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye G4739 G4739 in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so G4739 G4739 in the Lord, my dearly beloved. New Life Delivered to your inbox! November 2018 Life Atonement February 2018 Peace July 2018 January 2016 God's Invitations Comfort May 2019

"Fear Nots" Theta (2279 - 2382) Darkness April 2021 Cornerstone Faith - Section 2 Light Kappa (2504 - 2974) Trouble Church 19952022 All correspondence and questions should be sent to info@ucg.org. August 2016 Body Of Christ Many Americans died at Guadalcanal, but their sacrifice brought them a major victoryand ended Japanese advances. Mr. Whitney V. Myers. 19 entries with all terms, 304 entries with some. to his own master he G4739eth or falleth. November 2021 Send inquiries regarding the operation of this Web site to webmaster@ucg.org. % August 2014 "I AM"s Of Christ - Section 1 February 2015 (figurative) to persevere: stand (fast). Law Never stop. Friend December 2014 Marriage Upsilon (5191 - 5313) from the perfect tense of 2476; to be stationary, i.e.

- Section 2 Storms Believing In Jesus - Section 3 Advent September 2016 You are in the battle. Hymn Stories - Section 1 May 2018 Silence September 2019 Holy Spirit Be continuously watchful; keep on standing firm in the faith; keep on acting like men; keep on being strong. Standing firm is something you continuously do. "Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand" (Ephesians 6:13, emphasis added throughout). May 2017 Athletes Affliction Love However, without an effective and successful stand against the enemy, there can be no victory. Anxiety/Worry Angels [11] Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Attributes Of God July 2015 Life After Death January 2020 Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced searchad free! July 2020 Prayer Nu (3476 - 3577) Sovereignty September 2017

September 2020 March 2015 Protection January 2019 Repentance (Genesis 2:9, Revelation 2:7), All August 2018 Ransom Stand firm. Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stand%20firm.