Apprehensive
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The term "apprehensive" refers to a state of anxiety or fear about future events or outcomes. In the context of the Bible, feelings of apprehension are often addressed through teachings on faith, trust in God, and the assurance of His sovereignty and care for His people.

Biblical Context and Usage

While the specific term "apprehensive" is not directly found in the Bible, the concept is evident in various passages where individuals experience fear or anxiety about future events. The Bible frequently addresses these feelings, offering comfort and guidance to those who are anxious.

Old Testament Examples

1. Moses and the Israelites: In Exodus, the Israelites often displayed apprehension about their future, especially when faced with challenges such as the pursuit by the Egyptians (Exodus 14:10-12). Despite their fear, God reassured them through Moses, saying, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today" (Exodus 14:13).

2. David's Psalms: King David frequently expressed feelings of apprehension in the Psalms, yet he consistently turned to God for comfort and strength. In Psalm 56:3, David writes, "When I am afraid, I put my trust in You" , highlighting the biblical response to anxiety.

New Testament Teachings

1. Jesus' Teachings: In the New Testament, Jesus addresses apprehension directly in His teachings. In the Sermon on the Mount, He instructs His followers not to worry about their lives, saying, "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own" (Matthew 6:34). This teaching emphasizes reliance on God's provision and care.

2. Paul's Encouragement: The Apostle Paul also provides guidance on dealing with apprehension. In Philippians 4:6-7, he writes, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus" . Paul encourages believers to replace anxiety with prayer and trust in God's peace.

Theological Insights

From a theological perspective, apprehension is often seen as a natural human response to uncertainty and potential danger. However, the Bible consistently calls believers to trust in God's sovereignty and goodness. The presence of apprehension provides an opportunity for spiritual growth, as individuals learn to rely more fully on God's promises and character.

Practical Application

For believers today, the biblical response to apprehension involves turning to God in prayer, meditating on His Word, and seeking the support of the Christian community. By focusing on God's faithfulness and past deliverance, Christians can find reassurance and strength to face future uncertainties with confidence.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (a.) Capable of apprehending, or quick to do so; apt; discerning.

2. (a.) Knowing; conscious; cognizant.

3. (a.) Relating to the faculty of apprehension.

4. (a.) Anticipative of something unfavorable' fearful of what may be coming; in dread of possible harm; in expectation of evil.

5. (a.) Sensible; feeling; perceptive.

Greek
2125. eulabeomai -- to be cautious
... revere, respect. Middle voice from eulabes; to be circumspect, ie (by implication)
to be apprehensive; religiously, to reverence -- (moved with) fear. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2125.htm - 6k
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Whether Hope is in the Apprehensive or in the Appetitive Power?
... OF THE IRASCIBLE PASSIONS, AND FIRST, OF HOPE AND DESPAIR (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether
hope is in the apprehensive or in the appetitive power? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether hope is in the.htm

Whether Passion is in the Appetitive Rather than in the ...
... ON THE PASSIONS (QQ -48)OF THE SUBJECT OF THE SOUL'S PASSIONS (THREE ARTICLES) Whether
passion is in the appetitive rather than in the apprehensive part? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether passion is in the.htm

Whether Consent is an Act of the Appetitive or of the Apprehensive ...
... OF CONSENT, WHICH IS AN ACT OF THE WILL IN REGARD TO THE MEANS (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether
consent is an act of the appetitive or of the apprehensive power? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether consent is an act.htm

Petilianus Said: "But we who are Poor in Spirit are not ...
... Book II. Chapter 100. " 227. Petilianus said: "But we who are poor in
spirit are not apprehensive for? "227. Petilianus said ...
/.../chapter 100 227 petilianus.htm

Whether Sensuality is Only Appetitive?
... the sensual movement of the soul which is directed to the bodily senses is common
to us and beasts." But the bodily senses belong to the apprehensive powers. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether sensuality is only appetitive.htm

Whether the Will is a Subject of Sin?
... fact that will wishes the good, it does not sin: and that it wishes what seems good
but is not truly good, points to a defect in the apprehensive power rather ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the will is a 2.htm

Whether There is a Natural Fear?
... First, so that it is entirely accomplished by nature, without any operation of the
apprehensive faculty: thus to have an upward movement is natural to fire ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether there is a natural.htm

The Judges Said: Tell Us, O Manes, who Designated the Boundaries ...
... among men are wont to do. Sometimes also you speak of Him as apprehensive,
and sometimes as variable. It is, however, the part of ...
/.../24 the judges said tell.htm

To the Rev. A. Brandram
... I had made preparation for departing on a particular day, but owing to the state
of my health I was apprehensive that I should be compelled to postpone my ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to the rev a brandram 25.htm

Whether Ecstasy is an Effect of Love?
... I answer that, To suffer ecstasy means to be placed outside oneself. This happens
as to the apprehensive power and as to the appetitive power. ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether ecstasy is an effect.htm

Thesaurus
Apprehensive (2 Occurrences)
...Apprehensive (2 Occurrences). ... Proverbs 28:12 In the exulting of the righteous the
glory 'is' abundant, And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive. ...
/a/apprehensive.htm - 7k

Jealous (43 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Zealous; solicitous; vigilant; anxiously watchful.
2. (a.) Apprehensive; anxious; suspiciously watchful. ...
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Doubt (49 Occurrences)
... 2. (vi) To suspect; to fear; to be apprehensive. ... 4. (vt) To suspect; to fear;
to be apprehensive of. 5. (vt) To fill with fear; to affright. ...
/d/doubt.htm - 24k

Exulting (14 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Proverbs 28:12 In the exulting of the righteous the glory 'is' abundant,
And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive. (YLT). ...
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Doubtful (4 Occurrences)
... 4. (a.) of uncertain issue or event. 5. (a.) Fearful; apprehensive; suspicious.
Multi-Version Concordance Doubtful (4 Occurrences). ...
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Apprentice (1 Occurrence)

/a/apprentice.htm - 7k

Afraid (361 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (pa) Impressed with fear or apprehension; in fear;
apprehensive. Multi-Version Concordance Afraid (361 Occurrences). ...
/a/afraid.htm - 35k

Apprehension (3 Occurrences)

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Apprehend (7 Occurrences)
... 5. (vi) To think, believe, or be of opinion; to understand; to suppose. 6. (vi)
To be apprehensive; to fear. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. APPREHEND. ...
/a/apprehend.htm - 10k

Abundant (124 Occurrences)
... (YLT). Proverbs 28:12 In the exulting of the righteous the glory 'is' abundant,
And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive. (YLT). ...
/a/abundant.htm - 38k

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Concordance
Apprehensive (2 Occurrences)

Luke 21:26
men fainting for fear, and for expectation of the things which are coming on the world: for the powers of the heavens will be shaken.
(See NIV)

Proverbs 28:12
In the exulting of the righteous the glory 'is' abundant, And in the rising of the wicked man is apprehensive.
(YLT)

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