The term "effective" in a biblical context refers to the ability to produce a desired or intended result, particularly in the realm of spiritual and moral influence. The concept of effectiveness is woven throughout Scripture, often associated with the power and efficacy of God's Word, prayer, faith, and the work of the Holy Spirit.

God's Word: The Bible frequently emphasizes the effectiveness of God's Word. In Isaiah 55:11 , it is written, "so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it." This verse underscores the certainty that God's Word will achieve its purpose, highlighting its inherent power and effectiveness.

Prayer: The effectiveness of prayer is a significant theme in the New Testament. James 5:16 states, "The prayer of a righteous man has great power to prevail." This passage suggests that the prayers of those who live in accordance with God's will are particularly effective, capable of bringing about significant change and divine intervention.

Faith: Faith is another area where effectiveness is evident. Jesus often spoke of the power of faith, as seen in Matthew 17:20 : "Truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." This metaphor illustrates the profound effectiveness of even a small amount of genuine faith.

The Holy Spirit: The work of the Holy Spirit is described as effective in transforming lives and empowering believers. In Acts 1:8 , Jesus tells His disciples, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." The Holy Spirit's presence equips believers to effectively witness and spread the Gospel.

Christian Living: The effectiveness of a Christian's life and witness is also addressed in Scripture. In Matthew 5:16 , Jesus instructs, "In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." This call to action implies that a believer's conduct can effectively lead others to glorify God.

Spiritual Gifts: The Apostle Paul discusses the effectiveness of spiritual gifts in the body of Christ. In 1 Corinthians 12:7 , he writes, "Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good." The effective use of spiritual gifts is intended to build up the church and serve the community of believers.

Love: Love is portrayed as the most effective force in the Christian life. In 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 , Paul emphasizes that without love, even the most impressive spiritual gifts and acts are ineffective: "If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal."

In summary, the concept of effectiveness in the Bible is closely tied to the divine power and purpose inherent in God's Word, prayer, faith, the Holy Spirit, and the actions of believers. These elements work together to achieve God's will and bring about spiritual transformation and growth.1. (a.) Having the power to produce an effect or result; fit for a purpose; as, an effective tool; producing a decided or decisive effect; efficient; serviceable; operative; as, an effective force, remedy, speech; the effective men in a regiment.

2. (n.) That which produces a given effect; a cause.

3. (n.) One who is capable of active service.

4. (n.) Specie or coin, as distinguished from paper currency; -- a term used in many parts of Europe.

1756. energes -- at work, active
... at work, active. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: energes Phonetic Spelling:
(en-er-gace') Short Definition: effective Definition: effective ...
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1878. epanamimnesko -- to remind again
... 1878 (from 1909 , ", fitting" intensifying 363 , "remind") -- properly, () remind,
ie in a suitable, effective way (used only in Ro 15:15). ...
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5346. phemi -- to declare, say
... 5346 (from , "shine") -- properly, by statement (point of view) another; to
speak , ie making effective which (literally, "produce an "). ...
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1754. energeo -- to be at work, to work, to do
... Word Origin from energes Definition to be at work, to work, to do NASB Word Usage
accomplish (1), brought about (1), effective (2), effectually worked (2 ...
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Faith, or Reasonable and Effective Belief in God, Proceeds...
... III. Faith, or reasonable and effective belief in God, proceeds? Faith, or
reasonable and effective belief in God, proceeds, undoubtedly ...
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Whether Indulgences are as Effective as they Claim to Be?
... OF INDULGENCES (THREE ARTICLES) Whether indulgences are as effective as they
claim to be? Objection 1: It would seem that indulgences ...
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Wesley's Effective Letter
... Chapter 6. First Methodist Conference; Pressgangs and Mobs; Wesley's Protest
against Ungodliness Wesley's Effective Letter. Sunday ...
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Fragment v. The Will and the Energy of God is the Effective and ...
... Fragment V. The will and the energy of God is the effective and foreseeing
cause of every? The [4809] will and the energy of God ...
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Celsus Next Refers us to Plato as to a More Effective Teacher of ...
... Chapter XLII. Celsus next refers us to Plato as to a more effective teacher
of theological truth? Celsus next refers us to Plato ...
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Whether the Happiness of the Saints Will be Greater after the ...
... to the body than after. Objection 2: Further, power is more effective
when it is united than when divided. Now the soul is more ...
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From the Close of the General Conference of 1820 to the Beginning ...
... This division of labor into twelve annual conferences gave to each effective bishop "
for, as Bishop McKendree had been released from effective labor in ...
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Theory of Book I.
... THEORY OF BOOK I. To have Effective Preaching you must have the Effective Preacher. ...
What are the Essential Qualities of the Effective Preacher? CHAPTER I. ...
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Book iii the Message: --
... We have spoken of the Effective Preacher and of the Effective Message, but this
Message must have Effective Form and Expression in order to command the Largest ...
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Extracts for Study, with Lesson Talk
... Note the effective repetition of "I care not." Commit the passage to memory. ...
Note the effective use of question and answer. 14. ...
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Effective (4 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Having the power to produce an effect or result; fit for a purpose; as,
an effective tool; producing a decided or decisive effect; efficient ...
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Effecting (9 Occurrences)

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Government (20 Occurrences)
... be found in Romans 15:26, 27 2 Corinthians 8; 2 Corinthians 9; Galatians 2:10 Romans
15:1; Romans 3John 1:8. The principle of cooperation effective in those ...
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Sea (4178 Occurrences)
... from 32, 21 inches in 1878 to 13, 19 inches in 1870, nearly all occurs in the three
winter months, and therefore in quantities to be most effective in erosive ...
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Offenses (23 Occurrences)
... another, that you may be healed. The insistent prayer of a righteous person
is powerfully effective. (WEB). Genesis 41:9 Then the ...
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Laban (52 Occurrences)
... That brothers had an effective voice in the marriage of their sisters is evident,
not only from extra-Biblical sources, but from the Bible itself; see eg Songs ...
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Weak (102 Occurrences)
... sentence; a weak style. 18. (vi) Not prevalent or effective, or not felt
to be prevalent; not potent; feeble. 19. (vi) Lacking in ...
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Work (4564 Occurrences)
... a machine works well. 13. (n.) Hence, figuratively, to be effective; to
have effect or influence; to conduce. 14. (n.) To carry ...
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Insistent (2 Occurrences)
... another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The insistent
prayer of a righteous person is powerfully effective. (WEB). ...
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Innocents (2 Occurrences)
... Why was the story told? This question is not always easy to answer, but in the present
instance there is a very simple and effective test at hand. ...
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