The term "chooseth" is an archaic form of the verb "choose," often found in older translations of the Bible. It signifies the act of selecting or making a decision between two or more options. In the context of Scripture, the concept of choosing is deeply significant, reflecting both divine sovereignty and human responsibility.

Divine Choice

Throughout the Bible, God's sovereign choice is a recurring theme. God's election is seen in His selection of individuals, nations, and even specific events to fulfill His divine purposes. For instance, God chose Abraham to be the father of many nations (Genesis 12:1-3), and He chose Israel as His special people (Deuteronomy 7:6-8). In the New Testament, the concept of divine election is further developed, as seen in Ephesians 1:4 : "For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence."

Human Choice

While God's sovereign choice is paramount, human choice is also emphasized in Scripture. The Bible frequently calls individuals to make decisions that align with God's will. In the Old Testament, Joshua famously challenges the Israelites to choose whom they will serve, declaring, "But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD" (Joshua 24:15). This highlights the responsibility of individuals to choose obedience and faithfulness to God.

Moral and Ethical Choices

The Bible presents numerous instances where individuals are faced with moral and ethical decisions. The choices made by biblical characters often serve as lessons for readers. For example, in the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve's choice to eat the forbidden fruit (Genesis 3) had profound consequences for humanity. Conversely, Joseph's decision to flee from Potiphar's wife (Genesis 39:7-12) exemplifies choosing righteousness over sin.

Wisdom in Choosing

The Scriptures also provide guidance on making wise choices. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This passage underscores the importance of seeking God's wisdom and guidance in decision-making.

Eternal Consequences

The Bible teaches that choices have eternal consequences. In the New Testament, Jesus presents the choice between the narrow and wide gates, symbolizing the path to life and destruction, respectively (Matthew 7:13-14). This illustrates the ultimate choice every person faces regarding their eternal destiny.

Conclusion

The concept of "chooseth" in the Bible encompasses both divine election and human responsibility. It serves as a reminder of God's sovereign will and the importance of making choices that align with His purposes. Through the examples and teachings found in Scripture, believers are encouraged to seek God's guidance and wisdom in all their decisions, recognizing the eternal significance of their choices.

Analysis of Arminian Methodism
... To this decree he sets over the other decree, 'I will set before the sons of men
life and death, blessing and cursing; and the soul that chooseth life shall ...
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the Manner of this Oversight
... I confess, necessity hath been the conductor of my studies and life. It chooseth
what book I shall read, and tells me when, and how long. ...
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1 John iv. 17-21
... comes, patiently endures death: he struggles against himself that he may follow
the will of God, and in his mind desires that which God chooseth, not what ...
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Ephesians i. 2-Jan
... virtue, but of both. "He chose us," saith the Apostle; and He that chooseth,
knoweth what it is that He chooseth. "In love," he ...
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the Use of Humiliation
... Yet is it so prevalent in some of us, that it inditeth our discourses, it chooseth
our company, it formeth our countenances, it putteth the accent and emphasis ...
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Psalm CXXVII.
... No man hath any good, except he hath received it from Him who alone is good.
But he who chooseth to arrogate wisdom unto himself, is a fool. ...
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The Minstrel
... Now, the Spirit of God works according to his own will. "The wind bloweth where
it listeth," and the Spirit of God operates as he chooseth. ...
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Pride Catechized
... and should go back to the despair which, at one time, was so heavy upon us that
we could sympathize with Job when be said, "My soul chooseth strangling, and ...
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The Testament of Asher Concerning Two Faces of vice and virtue.
... And there is a man that loveth him that worketh evil; he likewise dwelleth in evil,
because he chooseth even to die in an evil cause for his sake: and ...
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Temptations.
... he could have descended from the pinnacle of the temple, as afterwards he did; but
that would have admitted of other questions; wherefore he chooseth to lay ...
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Chooseth (19 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Chooseth (19 Occurrences). Genesis 13:11 and Lot
chooseth for himself the whole circuit of the Jordan; and ...
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Choosing (6 Occurrences)

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Setteth (116 Occurrences)
... 2 Samuel 10:9 and Joab seeth that the front of the battle hath been unto him before
and behind, and he chooseth of all the chosen in Israel, and setteth in ...
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Journeyeth (9 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:11 and Lot chooseth for himself the whole circuit of the Jordan; and
Lot journeyeth from the east, and they are parted -- a man from his companion ...
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Companion (44 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:11 and Lot chooseth for himself the whole circuit of the Jordan; and
Lot journeyeth from the east, and they are parted -- a man from his companion ...
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Choosest (3 Occurrences)

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Circuit (27 Occurrences)
... Genesis 13:11 and Lot chooseth for himself the whole circuit of the Jordan; and
Lot journeyeth from the east, and they are parted -- a man from his companion ...
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Ability (34 Occurrences)
... Exodus 18:25 and Moses chooseth men of ability out of all Israel, and maketh them
chiefs over the people, heads of thousands, heads of hundreds, heads of ...
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Abominated (4 Occurrences)
... servant of rulers: 'Kings see, and have risen, princes, and worship, For the sake
of Jehovah, who is faithful, The Holy of Israel, and He chooseth thee.' (YLT). ...
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Shepherds (55 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 17:40 And he taketh his staff in his hand, and chooseth for him five smooth
stones from the brook, and putteth them in the shepherds' habiliments that ...
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