The term "God-given" refers to anything that is believed to be granted or bestowed by God. This concept is deeply rooted in the Christian understanding of God's sovereignty and providence, where God is seen as the ultimate source of all good gifts and blessings. The Bible contains numerous references to gifts and attributes that are considered God-given, emphasizing the divine origin and purpose behind them.

Biblical Examples of God-given Gifts:

1. Wisdom and Understanding:
· In the Old Testament, King Solomon is a prime example of someone who received a God-given gift of wisdom. When Solomon became king, he asked God for wisdom to govern the people effectively. God granted his request, making him renowned for his wisdom. As recorded in 1 Kings 3:12 , God said, "Behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there has never been anyone like you, nor will there ever be."

2. Spiritual Gifts:
· The New Testament speaks of spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit to believers for the edification of the church. These gifts are diverse, including prophecy, teaching, healing, and more. In 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 , Paul writes, "There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. There are different ministries, but the same Lord. There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good."

3. Life and Breath:
· Life itself is considered a God-given gift. The creation account in Genesis describes how God breathed life into man, making him a living being. Job acknowledges this in Job 33:4 , "The Spirit of God has made me, and the breath of the Almighty gives me life."

4. Authority and Leadership:
· Authority and leadership roles are also seen as God-given. Romans 13:1 states, "Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God."

5. Peace and Rest:
· Peace is another God-given blessing, often associated with the presence and favor of God. In John 14:27 , Jesus assures His disciples, "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid."

Theological Implications:

The concept of God-given gifts underscores the belief in God's active involvement in the world and in the lives of individuals. It highlights the idea that God, in His wisdom and love, provides what is necessary for His purposes to be fulfilled. This belief encourages gratitude, stewardship, and reliance on God, recognizing that all good things come from Him.

Practical Applications:

Believers are encouraged to recognize and use their God-given gifts for the glory of God and the benefit of others. This involves identifying one's talents and abilities, seeking God's guidance in their use, and serving the community and the church. The acknowledgment of God-given gifts fosters a sense of humility and responsibility, as individuals understand that their abilities are not solely for personal gain but for the greater good.4893. suneidesis -- consciousness, spec. conscience
... image. Accordingly, people have this God-given capacity to know right from
wrong because each is a (cf. Jn 1:4,7,9; Gen 1:26,27). ...
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3563. nous -- mind, understanding, reason
... 3563 (a masculine noun) -- the God-given capacity of each person to (reason);
the ; mental capacity to exercise reflective thinking. ...
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What Rule Hath God Given to Direct us How we May Glorify and Enjoy ...
... Question 2: What rule hath God given to direct us how we may glorify and
enjoy Him? A2: The Word of God, which is contained in the ...
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What Rule Hath God Given for Our Direction in Prayer?
... Question 99: What rule hath God given for our direction in prayer? A99:
The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer; but ...
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A God-Given Field (1894-1900)
... IV A GOD-GIVEN FIELD (1894-1900). "Lord, there is none beside thee to help,
between the mighty and him that hath no strength; help ...
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What Rule Has God Given for Our Direction in the Duty of Prayer?
... Question 186: What rule has God given for our direction in the duty of
prayer? Answer: The whole Word of God is of use to direct ...
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The New Covenant
... Let us count upon it. It is only by a God-given faith that we can appropriate
these God-given promises. And it is only by a God-given ...
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The Knowledge of God a Divine Gift, According to the Philosophers.
... Plato, too, in Meno, says that virtue is God-given, as the following expressions
show: "From this argument then, O Meno, virtue is shown to come to those, in ...
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Exalting the Cross
... He had no specially brilliant talents, but his work was valuable because
he used his God-given abilities in the Master's service. ...
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Some Helpful Thoughts on Consecration
... also provides for the cleansing of that part of our nature that clings to the things
of life which in themselves are not sinful but are God-given blessings. ...
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God the Joy-Bringer
... Besides that, or rather as a sequel and consequence of that, there come such
other God-given blessings as these to which my text refers. ...
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Prayer and Desire
... of prayer. In such circumstance, we ought to pray for the desire to pray;
for such a desire is God-given and heaven-born. We should ...
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God-given (1 Occurrence)
God-given. God-fearing, God-given. God-haters . Multi-Version
Concordance God-given (1 Occurrence). 1 John 3:9 No one ...
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God-fearing (24 Occurrences)
God-fearing. God'dess, God-fearing. God-given . Noah Webster's Dictionary ...
(BBE). God'dess, God-fearing. God-given . Reference Bible.
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Occupation (9 Occurrences)
... 1:13 And I applied my heart to seek and search out by wisdom concerning all that
is done under the heavens: this grievous occupation hath Godgiven to the ...
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Joshua (211 Occurrences)
... he led Israel in the first decisive battle against Amalek (Exodus 17:9, 13), while
Moses in the prayer of faith held up to heaven the God-given `rod.' It was ...
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Germ (2 Occurrences)
... habitually guilty of sin. A God-given germ of life remains in him, and he
cannot habitually sin--because he is a child of God. (WEY). ...
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God-haters (1 Occurrence)
God-haters. God-given, God-haters. Godhead . Multi-Version Concordance
God-haters (1 Occurrence). ... God-given, God-haters. Godhead . Reference Bible.
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Whereof (94 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Ephesians 3:7 Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the
grace of Godgiven unto me by the effectual working of his power. (KJV ASV). ...
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Inheritance (263 Occurrences)
... distinguishes clearly between real and personal property, the fundamental idea
regarding the former being the thought that the land is God's, given by Him to ...
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Isaac (127 Occurrences)
... The next memorable event in his life is that connected with the command of Godgiven
to Abraham to offer him up as a sacrifice on a mountain in the land of ...
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Raising (29 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 15:4 but for David's sake hath Jehovah his Godgiven to him a lamp in Jerusalem,
to raise up his son after him, and to establish Jerusalem, (See NIV). ...
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