In the context of the Bible, the term "forwards" is not directly used in the Berean Standard Bible translation. However, the concept of moving forward, progressing, or advancing is a recurring theme throughout Scripture. This idea is often associated with spiritual growth, obedience to God's commands, and the journey of faith.

Biblical Context and Themes

1. Spiritual Progression: The Christian life is frequently depicted as a journey or race, where believers are encouraged to move forward in their faith. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Philippians, emphasizes the importance of pressing on towards spiritual maturity: "Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me" (Philippians 3:12). This passage highlights the forward momentum expected in the believer's life.

2. Obedience and Faithfulness: Moving forward in the biblical sense often involves obedience to God's will and commands. In the Old Testament, the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the Promised Land serves as a metaphor for moving forward in faith. Despite challenges and setbacks, they were called to trust in God's promises and continue their journey. In Deuteronomy 1:6-7 , God commands the Israelites, "You have stayed at this mountain long enough. Resume your journey and go to the hill country of the Amorites and to all their neighbors in the Arabah, the hill country, the foothills, the Negev, and the seacoast—to the land of the Canaanites and to Lebanon as far as the great river, the Euphrates."

3. Renewal and Transformation: The concept of moving forward is also linked to the idea of renewal and transformation in Christ. Believers are called to leave behind their old ways and embrace a new life in Christ. In 2 Corinthians 5:17 , Paul writes, "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away. Behold, the new has come!" This transformation is a forward movement from the old self to a new identity in Christ.

4. Hope and Future Glory: The forward-looking aspect of the Christian faith is rooted in the hope of future glory and eternal life. Believers are encouraged to look beyond their present circumstances and focus on the promises of God. Romans 8:18 states, "I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us." This forward-looking hope provides motivation and strength to persevere through trials.

5. Perseverance and Endurance: The call to move forward is often accompanied by the need for perseverance and endurance. Hebrews 12:1 exhorts believers, "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off every encumbrance and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with endurance the race set out for us." This imagery of a race underscores the continuous effort required to advance in the Christian life.

Conclusion

While the specific term "forwards" may not appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the biblical narrative. It encompasses themes of spiritual growth, obedience, transformation, hope, and perseverance, all of which are integral to the Christian journey.1. (adv.) Toward a part or place before or in front; onward; in advance; progressively; -- opposed to backward.

2. (adv.) Same as Forward.

4794. sugkupto -- to bend forwards, bow down
... to bend forwards, bow down. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: sugkupto Phonetic
Spelling: (soong-koop'-to) Short Definition: I am bent double Definition: I ...
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3730. horme -- a rapid motion forwards, onrush, assault
... a rapid motion forwards, onrush, assault. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: horme Phonetic Spelling: (hor-may') Short Definition: a rush, violent ...
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4312. propetes -- falling forward, headlong
... 4312 s (an adjective derived from 4253 , "before" and 4098 , "to fall") -- properly,
"fall forwards," ie headstrong; rash ("heady"), brought on by unbridled ...
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4206. porro -- far off
... far, a great way off. Adverb from pro; forwards, ie At a distance -- far, a great
way off. See also porrhothen. see GREEK pro. see GREEK porrhothen. ...
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Improvement
... The Bible is always telling Christian people to GO FORWARDS"to grow"to become wiser
and stronger, better and better day by day; that they ought to become ...
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Whether the Operation of Contemplation is Fittingly Divided into a ...
... height, at another swoop down to earth, and they do so repeatedly; others fly now
to the right, now to the left again and again; others go forwards or lag ...
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Song of the Sojourner.
... To wish a longer stay,. So I must hasten forwards,. No halting or delay. ... Receives
the crown at last. So I must hasten forwards". Thank God, the end will come! ...
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The Lesson of Memory
... They suggest a momentary consciousness of the swift passage of life, and naturally
lead us to a glance backwards and forwards, both of which occupations ought ...
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Christ the Light of the World.
... in the matter; as the pillar of fire was silent, assigning no reasons, condescending
to no persuasion or argument, but simply moving forwards; passing over ...
/.../the expositors bible the gospel of st john vol i/xviii christ the light of.htm

Jesus is Arrested.
... was instantly converted by the cure wrought upon him, and during the time of the
Passion his employment was to carry messages backwards and forwards to Mary ...
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God did not Make Evil, nor is He at all in any Way the Author of ...
... resurrection is without flesh, may find support; supposing rational bones and flesh,
and in different ways changing it backwards and forwards by allegorizing. ...
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Ignatius is Brought to Rome.
... [1422] But a violent wind arising did not suffer him to do so, the ship being driven
rapidly forwards; [1423] and, simply expressing his delight [1424] over ...
/.../pearson/the martyrdom of ignatius/chapter v ignatius is brought to.htm

Voyage to China
... was this; for we had scarcely left the Mersey when a violent equinoctial gale caught
us, and for twelve days we were beating backwards and forwards in the ...
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The Holy Family in Bethlehem after the Departure of the Kings.
... told that all perverse talk and superstitious rumors must be stopped, and from now
onwards there must be no more running backwards and forwards outside the ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/xiv the holy family in.htm

Forwards (1 Occurrence)
...Forwards (1 Occurrence). Habakkuk 1:9 They come all of them for violence; the set
of their faces is forwards; and they gather captives as the sand. (ASV DBY). ...
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Forwardness (2 Occurrences)

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Forwarding (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Forward. 2. (n.) The act of one who forwards; the act or
occupation of transmitting merchandise or other property for others. ...
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Foster (2 Occurrences)

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Edge (150 Occurrences)
... on. 9. (vt) To move by little and little or cautiously, as by pressing forward
edgewise; as, edging their chairs forwards. 10. (vi ...
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Shuttle (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (n.) A shutter, as for a channel for molten metal. 4. (vi) To move backwards
and forwards, like a shuttle. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. SHUTTLE. ...
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Eagerly (36 Occurrences)
... (See JPS). Habakkuk 1:9 They come all of them for violence; the set of their faces
is forwards; and they gather captives as the sand. (See JPS). ...
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Captives (69 Occurrences)
... (WEB ASV DBY). Habakkuk 1:9 They come all of them for violence; the set of their
faces is forwards; and they gather captives as the sand. (ASV DBY JPS NAS RSV). ...
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Halt (12 Occurrences)
... between two opinions" (1 Kings 18:21) is supposed by some to be an expression used
in "allusion to birds, which hop from spray to spray, forwards and backwards ...
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Forward (252 Occurrences)
... 2. (adv.) Alt. of Forwards. 3. (a.) Near, or at the fore part; in advance of something
else; as, the forward gun in a ship, or the forward ship in a fleet. ...
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