The term "composed" in a biblical context often refers to the state of being calm, orderly, and in control, both in spirit and in action. This concept is reflected in various passages throughout the Bible, where believers are encouraged to maintain composure in the face of trials, tribulations, and spiritual warfare.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the idea of being composed is closely linked to trust in God and reliance on His strength. For instance, in Psalm 46:10, the psalmist writes, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." Here, the call to "be still" suggests a composed spirit that rests in the sovereignty and power of God, even amidst chaos.

The account of Daniel provides another example of composure. When faced with the threat of the lion's den, Daniel remains composed, trusting in God's deliverance. His calm demeanor in the face of danger is a testament to his unwavering faith and reliance on God (Daniel 6).

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, Jesus Christ exemplifies perfect composure. During the storm on the Sea of Galilee, while the disciples were terrified, Jesus remained calm and rebuked the wind and the waves, demonstrating His authority over creation (Mark 4:39). His composed nature in this situation serves as a model for believers to trust in His power and presence.

The Apostle Paul also speaks to the importance of maintaining composure. In Philippians 4:6-7, he writes, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, 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." Here, Paul encourages believers to replace anxiety with prayer, resulting in a composed spirit guarded by divine peace.

Spiritual Composure

Spiritual composure is a fruit of the Holy Spirit, as outlined in Galatians 5:22-23, where self-control is listed among the fruits. This self-control is integral to maintaining composure, allowing believers to respond to life's challenges with grace and patience.

The Apostle Peter also emphasizes the importance of a composed spirit in 1 Peter 3:15, urging believers to "sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you to explain the hope you have, with gentleness and respect." This readiness to defend one's faith with gentleness reflects a composed and confident spirit rooted in Christ.

Practical Application

Believers are called to cultivate a composed spirit through prayer, meditation on Scripture, and reliance on the Holy Spirit. By doing so, they can navigate the complexities of life with a calm assurance that reflects their faith in God. The composed believer stands as a witness to the peace and stability found in a life surrendered to Christ, offering a powerful testimony to the world.1. (imp. & p. p.) of Compose.

2. (a.) Free from agitation; calm; sedate; quiet; tranquil; self-possessed.

4921. sunistemi and sunistano -- to commend, establish, stand near ...
... Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: sunistemi and sunistano Phonetic Spelling:
(soon-is-tah'-o) Short Definition: I commend, prove, am composed of, cohere ...
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1899. epeita -- thereafter
... 1899 (an adverb composed of 1909 , ", fitting" and 1534 , a primitive particle meaning
"then, to continue on") -- properly, (emphasizing what is a precursor). ...
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4786. sugkerannumi -- to mix together, hence to agree with
... Word Origin from sun and kerannumi Definition to mix together, hence to agree with
NASB Word Usage composed (1), united (1). mix with, temper together. ...
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419. anexeraunetos -- unsearchable
... 419 ("unsearchable"), used only in Ro 11:33, refers to God's perfect wisdom in creating
people for Himself (composed of all OT and NT believers). ...
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4160. poieo -- to make, do
... forth (1), call (1), carried (1), carries (1), carry (1), cause (3), causes (2),
causing (1), commit (2), commits (2), committed (4), composed (1), consider (1 ...
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755. architriklinos -- the superintendent of a banquet
... From arche and a compound of treis and klino (a dinner-bed, because composed of
three couches); director of the entertainment -- governor (ruler) of the feast. ...
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1661. elephantinos -- of ivory
... of ivory. From elephas (an "elephant"); elephantine, ie (by implication) composed
of ivory -- of ivory. (elephantinon) -- 1 Occurrence. 1660, 1661. ...
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4892. sunedrion -- a sitting together, hence a council, spec. the ...
... 4892 (from 4862 , "identified " and , "a convening, sitting together") -- "a of
leading Jews (Mk 13:9, Mt 10:17), or the (Aramaic form of ), , composed of 71 ...
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1893. epei -- when, because
... 1893 (a conjunction composed of 1909, ", fitting" and 1487 , "if, which assumes
the premise is ") -- properly, aptly if, introducing something to be , ie as ...
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4954. sussomos -- of the same body
... 4862 , "closely identified " and 4983 , "body") -- properly, united, belonging to
the same body; a "joint-body," referring to "the mystical , composed of all ...
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7737a. shavah -- to agree with, be like, resemble
... 7737, 7737a. shavah. 7737b . to agree with, be like, resemble. Transliteration:
shavah Short Definition: composed. Word Origin a prim. ...
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2803. chashab -- to think, account
... root Definition to think, account NASB Word Usage accounting (1), calculate (5),
composed (1), consider (3), considered (13), counted (1), counts (1), designer ...
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7193. qasqeseth -- scale (of fish)
... By reduplication from an unused root meaning to shale off as bark; a scale (of a
fish); hence a coat of mail (as composed of or covered with jointed plates of ...
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That the Assembly was Composed, as in the Acts of the Apostles, of ...
... Book III. Chapter VIII."That the Assembly was composed, as in the Acts
of the Apostles, of Individuals from Various Nations. For ...
/.../pamphilius/the life of constantine/chapter viii that the assembly was.htm

Whether God is Composed of Matter and Form?
... OF THE SIMPLICITY OF GOD (EIGHT ARTICLES) Whether God is composed of matter and
form? Objection 1: It seems that God is composed of matter and form. ...
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Whether the Soul is Composed of Matter and Form?
... TREATISE ON MAN (QQ -102)OF MAN WHO IS COMPOSED OF A SPIRITUAL AND A CORPOREAL
SUBSTANCE: AND IN THE Whether the soul is composed of matter and form? ...
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Whether an Angel is Composed of Matter and Form?
... TREATISE ON THE ANGELS (QQ -64)OF THE SUBSTANCE OF THE ANGELS ABSOLUTELY CONSIDERED
(FIVE ARTICLES) Whether an angel is composed of matter and form? ...
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From the Homily Composed by the Holy Mar Jacob, the Teacher, on ...
... [Translated by the Rev. BP Pratten, BA] VII. From the homily composed
by the holy Mar Jacob, the teacher, on the fall of idols. ...
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A Homily on Guria and Shamuna, Composed by Mar Jacob.
... History of Armenia. A Homily on Guria and Shamuna, Composed by Mar Jacob. Shamuna
and Guria, martyrs who made themselves illustrious in their afflictions, ...
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For Whereas we are Composed of Two Distinct Natures...
... Pronounced on the thirtieth anniversary of his reign. Chapter VII. For
whereas we are composed of two distinct natures? 1. For ...
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The Commentaries which Origen Composed in C??sarea in Palestine.
... Book VI. Chapter XXXII."The Commentaries which Origen composed in C??sarea
in Palestine. 1. About this time Origen prepared his ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter xxxii the commentaries which origen.htm

But when Titus had Composed the Troubles in Judea...
... Section 76. But when Titus had composed the troubles in Judea? 76. But when
Titus had composed the troubles in Judea, and conjectured ...
/.../josephus/the life of flavius josephus/section 76 but when titus.htm

The Emperor Orders a Convention Composed of all the Various Sects. ...
... Book V. Chapter X."The Emperor orders a Convention composed of All the Various
Sects. Arcadius is proclaimed Augustus. The Novatians ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of scholasticus/chapter x the emperor orders a.htm

Composed (8 Occurrences)
...Composed (8 Occurrences). Acts 1:1 I composed the first discourse, O Theophilus,
concerning all things which Jesus began both to do and to teach, (DBY NAS). ...
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Composition (2 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) The setting up of type and arranging it for printing. 6. (n.) The state
of being put together or composed; conjunction; combination; adjustment. ...
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Three (5005 Occurrences)
... That this prayer was not composed for the occasion with which it is connected goes
without saying. No one in a burning furnace could pray as Azarias does. ...
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Ezranehemiah
... own composition. Others, suppose that Ezra wrote the book named after him,
while Nehemiah composed the Book of Nehemiah. Others, again ...
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Ezra-nehemiah
... own composition. Others, suppose that Ezra wrote the book named after him,
while Nehemiah composed the Book of Nehemiah. Others, again ...
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Guard (185 Occurrences)
... the Revised Version by "soldier of his guard." The word properly means a "pikeman"
or "halberdier," of whom the bodyguard of kings and princes was composed. ...
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Filigree (9 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) Ornamental work, formerly with grains or breads, but now composed of fine
wire and used chiefly in decorating gold and silver to which the wire is ...
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Twin (9 Occurrences)
... 3. (a.) Double; consisting of two similar and corresponding parts. 4. (a.) Composed
of parts united according to some definite law of twinning. ...
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Matter (263 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) That of which anything is composed; constituent substance; material; the
material or substantial part of anything; the constituent elements of ...
/m/matter.htm - 39k

Presbyter
... The Session is composed of the ruling elders, elected by the membership of a particular
church, with the minister as moderator or presiding officer. ...
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