The term "changeth" is an archaic form of the word "changes," often found in older translations of the Bible. It is used to describe the act of altering or transforming something. In the context of Scripture, "changeth" can refer to both physical and spiritual transformations, as well as the immutable nature of God in contrast to the changing world.

Divine Immutability

One of the key theological concepts related to "changeth" is the immutability of God. Scripture affirms that God does not change, highlighting His eternal constancy and faithfulness. In Malachi 3:6 , it is written, "Because I, the LORD, do not change, you descendants of Jacob have not been destroyed." This verse underscores the assurance that God's promises and character remain steadfast, providing a foundation of trust for believers.

Human Change and Transformation

In contrast to God's unchanging nature, humans are subject to change and transformation. The Bible often speaks of the need for spiritual renewal and transformation in the lives of believers. Romans 12:2 exhorts, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." This transformation is a process of sanctification, where believers are called to grow in holiness and Christlikeness.

Change in Creation

The natural world is also subject to change, as seen in the cycles of seasons and the passage of time. Ecclesiastes 3:1 states, "To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven." This acknowledgment of change in creation serves as a reminder of the temporal nature of the world and the eternal nature of God.

Change in Circumstances

The Bible also addresses changes in circumstances, encouraging believers to trust in God's sovereignty and providence. In Job 14:14 , Job reflects on the inevitability of change, asking, "If a man dies, will he live again? All the days of my hard service I will wait, until my change comes." This verse reflects a hope in God's ultimate plan and the resurrection.

Moral and Ethical Change

Scripture calls for moral and ethical change in the lives of individuals. Ephesians 4:22-24 instructs believers to "put off your former way of life, your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be renewed in the spirit of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness." This passage emphasizes the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in leading believers to live according to God's standards.

Conclusion

The concept of "changeth" in the Bible encompasses a wide range of meanings, from the unchanging nature of God to the transformative journey of believers. It serves as a reminder of the constancy of God's character and the call for personal and spiritual growth in the life of faith.

What Lasts, and what Passes Away.
... eagerness of youth, and cast a light about us, up, up, growing brighter, throwing
out our stars and globes of light, and then, "the fashion changeth," and we ...
/.../the village pulpit volume ii trinity to advent/lxii what lasts and what.htm

The Sermon of the Seasons
... Can the reason for judgment become the argument for mercy? Assuredly it can. God
who changeth not absolutely, yet changeth his hand in his dealing with men. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 32 1886/the sermon of the seasons.htm

The Never Changing One.
... and forever" (Hebrews 13:8). Blessed truth and precious assurance for us poor, weak
creatures, yea, among all His creatures the most changing; He changeth not. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gaebelein/the lord of glory/the never changing one.htm

The Ark of his Covenant
... He stakes His eternal honor, for His glory and honor are wrapped up with the covenant
of grace?that covenant cannot be changed because God Himself changeth not ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 41 1895/the ark of his covenant.htm

The Infallibility of God's Purpose
... Now, nations and peoples, lift up yourselves and let your parliaments pass
your decrees but he changeth not. Now, rebels, foam at ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 7 1861/the infallibility of gods purpose.htm

Of the Decrees of God.
... When he changeth all things about him, he is not changed, for all these changes
were at once in his mind, but when he changeth his outward dispensations he is ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/lecture xiv of the decrees.htm

Cyrus, the Servant Of-The Lord {4}
... The old order changeth, giving place to the new; And God fulfils Himself
in many ways, Lest one good custom should corrupt the world. ...
/.../kingsley/historical lectures and essays/cyrus the servant of-the lord.htm

Jesus Drives Out the Money-Changers.
... Thus saith he, who changeth never: "I will not the death of a sinner"I will forgive"
Let him live!" And he gave up his son the world from sin to free ...
//christianbookshelf.org/stead/king of the jews/chapter i jesus drives out.htm

The Servant of the Lord.
... The old order changeth, giving place to the new; And God fulfils Himself
in many ways, Lest one good custom should corrupt the world. ...
/.../kingsley/lectures delivered in america in 1874/lecture iv the servant of.htm

The Broad Wall
... him. He should be one whose word is his bond, and who, having once pledged
his word, sweareth to his own hurt, but changeth not. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 57 1911/the broad wall.htm

Changeth (10 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Changeth (10 Occurrences). Genesis 41:14 And
Pharaoh sendeth and calleth Joseph, and they cause him to ...
/c/changeth.htm - 9k

Changing (31 Occurrences)

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Kicked (9 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 5:6 And she changeth My judgments into wickedness more than the nations,
And My statutes more than the lands that 'are' round about her, For against My ...
/k/kicked.htm - 9k

Letteth (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 21:13 and changeth his behaviour before their eyes, and feigneth himself
mad in their hand, and scribbleth on the doors of the gate, and letteth down ...
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Inundated (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Inundated (1 Occurrence). Psalms 90:5 Thou hast inundated
them, they are asleep, In the morning as grass he changeth. (YLT). ...
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Feigneth (3 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 21:13 and changeth his behaviour before their eyes, and feigneth himself
mad in their hand, and scribbleth on the doors of the gate, and letteth down ...
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Removes (7 Occurrences)
... Micah 2:4 In that day shall they take up a parable against you, and lament with
a doleful lamentation, and say: 'We are utterly ruined; he changeth the portion ...
/r/removes.htm - 8k

Reprobate (8 Occurrences)
... Psalms 15:4 In whose eyes a reprobate is despised, But who honoreth them that fear
Jehovah; He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not; (ASV NAS RSV). ...
/r/reprobate.htm - 11k

Depraved (12 Occurrences)
... Psalms 15:4 In whose eyes the depraved person is contemned, and who honoureth them
that fear Jehovah; who, if he have sworn to his own hurt, changeth it not ...
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Divides (9 Occurrences)
... Micah 2:4 In that day shall they take up a parable against you, and lament with
a doleful lamentation, and say: 'We are utterly ruined; he changeth the portion ...
/d/divides.htm - 8k

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