Accomplishments
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In the context of the Bible, accomplishments are often seen as the fulfillment of God's purposes and the manifestation of His will through human actions. From a conservative Christian viewpoint, accomplishments are not merely personal achievements but are deeply intertwined with divine providence and the advancement of God's kingdom.

Biblical Perspective on Accomplishments

1. Divine Enablement: The Bible emphasizes that true accomplishments are enabled by God. In Philippians 4:13 , Paul declares, "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." This underscores the belief that human achievements are possible through divine empowerment rather than solely human effort.

2. Purposeful Living: Accomplishments in the biblical sense are often aligned with living out God's purpose. Ephesians 2:10 states, "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 suggests that accomplishments are preordained by God and are part of His divine plan for each individual.

3. Faithfulness and Stewardship: The parable of the talents in Matthew 25:14-30 illustrates the importance of faithfulness and stewardship in achieving accomplishments. The servants who wisely used their talents were commended, showing that God values the responsible and fruitful use of the gifts He bestows.

4. Humility and Recognition of God's Sovereignty: Accomplishments should be approached with humility, recognizing God's sovereignty. James 4:15 advises, "Instead, you ought to say, 'If the Lord is willing, we will live and do this or that.'" This reflects the understanding that all plans and achievements are subject to God's will.

5. Eternal Perspective: The Bible encourages believers to focus on accomplishments with eternal significance. In 1 Corinthians 3:12-14 , Paul speaks of building on the foundation of Christ with materials that will withstand the test of fire, symbolizing works that have lasting value in God's eyes.

6. Examples of Biblical Accomplishments:
· Noah: His obedience in building the ark (Genesis 6-9) was a monumental accomplishment that preserved humanity and demonstrated faith in God's promises.
· David: His victory over Goliath (1 Samuel 17) and his reign as king were seen as accomplishments that advanced God's plan for Israel.
· Nehemiah: His leadership in rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem (Nehemiah 1-6) was an accomplishment that restored the city and its people.

7. Christ's Accomplishments: The ultimate accomplishment in the Bible is the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In John 19:30 , Jesus declares, "It is finished," signifying the completion of His redemptive work on the cross, which is central to Christian faith.

Conclusion: While the Bible acknowledges human accomplishments, it consistently points to the necessity of aligning them with God's will and purposes. Believers are encouraged to pursue accomplishments that honor God, contribute to His kingdom, and reflect His glory.
Strong's Hebrew
4639. maaseh -- a deed, work
... Word Origin from asah Definition a deed, work NASB Word Usage accomplishments (1),
achievements (1), act (1), act...did (1), actions (1), activities (2 ...
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Accession of Cyrus to the Throne.
... the character of Cyrus."His ambition."Capriciousness of Astyages."Cyrus makes great
progress in mental and personal accomplishments."Harpagus's plans ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/abbott/cyrus the great/chapter v accession of cyrus.htm

The Practical Side of Religion
... now and then. It is the place to spend our holidays, but it is not the
place for the real accomplishments of life. When we wish ...
/.../naylor/heart talks/talk thirty-five the practical side.htm

About Adam Clarke
... to his first preaching circuit and for the next 50 years he was a self-taught Wesleyan
preacher who, among other academic accomplishments, made himself master ...
//christianbookshelf.org/clarke/entire sanctification/about adam clarke.htm

Letter viii. Who are the Cultivated?
... wise parents and teachers speak of the perplexity of spirit which they feel when
they see that in so many instances the acquirement of accomplishments, as they ...
/.../letter viii who are the.htm

I Will Follow the Order of Your Letter, and Subjoin Your Very ...
... But I wonder at the rashness which made you dare to say to one so accomplished as
you profess to think me: "You, whose accomplishments give you so many ...
/.../6 i will follow the.htm

Essay iii. Si Partem Tacuisse Velim, Quodeumque Relinquam, Majus ...
... of the lower classes, arose (he said) entirely from its not being universal, and
from the unusualness in the lowest classes of those accomplishments which he ...
/.../confessions of an inquiring spirit etc/essay iii si partem tacuisse.htm

Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity the Christian Calling and Unity.
... Again, the occupant of a higher sphere, the possessor of higher gifts and
accomplishments, who likewise serves in his vocation received from God, should learn ...
/.../luther/epistle sermons vol iii/seventeenth sunday after trinity the.htm

John's Rebuke of Herod.
... But when God has given a man accomplishments, or powers, which would enable him
to shine in society, and he can still be firm, and steady, and uncompromisingly ...
/.../robertson/sermons preached at brighton/xxi johns rebuke of herod.htm

For Eight Years Gregory Has Given up the Practice Of
... of discourse eloquent in its terms, and thus to comprehend in one and the same
mind"and that, too, this little mind of man"two accomplishments, which are ...
/.../argument i for eight years gregory.htm

The Resurrection of the Flesh is not Impossible.
... [2622] But even in the case of the resurrection the Saviour has shown us
accomplishments, of which we will in a little speak. But ...
/.../chapter v the resurrection of the.htm

Thesaurus
Accomplishments (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Accomplishments (1 Occurrence). Esther 10:2 And
all the acts of his power and of his might, and the full ...
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Accomplishment (7 Occurrences)

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Accord (43 Occurrences)

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Qualified (5 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Fitted by accomplishments or endowments. 2. (a.)
Modified; limited; as, a qualified statement. 3. (imp. & pp) of Qualify. ...
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Vain (141 Occurrences)
... 3. (superl.) Proud of petty things, or of trifling attainments; having a high opinion
of one's own accomplishments with slight reason; conceited; puffed up ...
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Renown (24 Occurrences)
... n.) The state of being much known and talked of; exalted reputation derived from
the extensive praise of great achievements or accomplishments; fame; celebrity ...
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Benefit (39 Occurrences)
... to some charitable use. 4. (n.) Beneficence; liberality. 5. (n.) Natural
advantages; endowments; accomplishments. 6. (vt) To be ...
/b/benefit.htm - 19k

Sufficient (28 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Possessing adequate talents or accomplishments; of competent power or ability;
qualified; fit. 3. (a.) Capable of meeting obligations; responsible. ...
/s/sufficient.htm - 15k

English
... He was imprisoned in its cellar for reading Tyndale's New Testament; but he
was soon released for his singular musical accomplishments. ...
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Resources
Who were the Apostolic Fathers? | GotQuestions.org

Who were the mighty men of David? | GotQuestions.org

What does the Bible say about conceit / being conceited? | GotQuestions.org

Accomplishments: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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Accomplishments (1 Occurrence)

Esther 10:2
And all the acts of his power and of his might, and the full account of the greatness of Mordecai, how the king advanced him, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Media and Persia?
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