In the context of the Bible, "needing" often refers to the human condition of requiring something essential for life, sustenance, or spiritual fulfillment. The concept of needing is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, illustrating both physical and spiritual dimensions.

Physical Needs

The Bible acknowledges the basic physical needs of humanity, such as food, water, and shelter. In the Old Testament, God's provision for these needs is evident in His care for the Israelites during their wilderness journey. Exodus 16:12-15 describes how God provided manna from heaven to feed the Israelites: "I have heard the grumbling of the Israelites. Speak to them and say, ‘At twilight you will eat meat, and in the morning you will be filled with bread. Then you will know that I am the LORD your God.’” This passage highlights God's awareness and provision for the physical needs of His people.

In the New Testament, Jesus addresses physical needs in His teachings. In Matthew 6:31-33, He instructs His followers not to worry about their basic needs: "So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans strive after all these things, and your Heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you." Here, Jesus emphasizes trust in God's provision while prioritizing spiritual pursuits.

Spiritual Needs

Beyond physical sustenance, the Bible places significant emphasis on spiritual needs. Humanity's need for a relationship with God is a central theme throughout Scripture. In the Psalms, David expresses a deep spiritual longing for God, as seen in Psalm 42:1-2: "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul longs after You, O God. My soul thirsts for God, the living God. When shall I come and appear in God’s presence?"

The New Testament further elaborates on spiritual needs through the teachings of Jesus. In John 6:35, Jesus declares, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst." This statement underscores the fulfillment of spiritual needs through faith in Christ, who provides eternal sustenance and satisfaction.

Dependence on God

The Bible consistently teaches that human needs, both physical and spiritual, should lead to a dependence on God. 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 encourages believers to rely on God's wisdom and provision rather than their own understanding.

The Apostle Paul also speaks to the sufficiency of God's provision in Philippians 4:19: "And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus." This assurance reflects the belief that God is both aware of and capable of meeting the needs of His people through His abundant resources.

Conclusion

The biblical perspective on needing encompasses both the physical and spiritual aspects of human existence. It highlights God's role as the provider and sustainer, urging believers to trust in His provision and seek fulfillment in a relationship with Him. Through faith and dependence on God, the needs of believers are met, both in this life and in the promise of eternal life.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Need.210. akon -- unwilling
... 210 (from 1 "not" and 1635 , "willing, in voluntary accord") -- properly,
willing, needing to be (used only in 1 Cor 9:17). [210 ...
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994. boao -- to call out
... proclaim. 994 (from 995 , "cry out") -- (cry out"); to make an ; summon , because
sorely needing a response (assistance). 994 ("shouting ...
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844. automatos -- acting of one's own will, of its own accord
... 844 (from 846 , "self" and , "to be ready, eager" which forms the English term, "") -
properly, "automatic, , ready to go"; disposed; needing no external ...
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4205. mazor -- a wound
... bound up, wound. Or mazor {maw-zore'}; from zuwr in the sense of binding up; a bandage,
ie Remedy; hence, a sore (as needing a compress) -- bound up, wound. ...
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A Miracle Needing Effort
... THE FIRST BOOK OF KINGS A MIRACLE NEEDING EFFORT. 'So she went, and came
unto the man of God to mount Carmel. And it came to pass ...
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October the Seventh Needing and Wanting
... OCTOBER The Seventh NEEDING AND WANTING. ACTS xvii.22-31. "As though He
needed anything." "He may not need us; but does He want us ...
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This Question is So Far from Needing to be Answered by Me...
... Address 208: This question is so far from needing to be answered by me?
This question is so far from needing to be answered by ...
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We have Decreed that the Poor and those Needing Assistance Shall ...
... The Canons of the Blessed and Holy Fathers Assembled at Antioch in Syria. Canon
XI. We have decreed that the poor and those needing assistance shall travel? ...
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Things Omitted from John's Gospel.
... In the other Gospels the sinner is viewed as guilty, and needing, therefore, to
"repent." But here, the sinner is looked upon as spiritually dead, and therefore ...
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An Unwalled City
... may see here three points: the city defenceless, or human nature as it is; the city
defended, human nature as it may be in Christ; the city needing no defence ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/an unwalled city.htm

A God in Pain
... The gods, they thought, always abide in bliss, far above all the chances and changes
of mortal life; always young, strong, beautiful, needing no help, needing ...
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Teaching Three Things in one Action.
... But there's more here. The humility teaching is out on the surface. There's a bit
under the surface, that they would soon be needing and needing badly. ...
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Practical Observations.
... 2. They are not only blind, but beggars, unable to cure themselves, needing help
from God and man. ... He is blind and a beggar, needing help from others. ...
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John i. 11
... Men, as needing the ministry of servants, keep many in that state even against their
will, by the law of ownership; [221] but God, being without wants, and not ...
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Needing (9 Occurrences)
...Needing (9 Occurrences). ... (See NIV). Acts 17:25 nor is served by men's hands as needing
something, himself giving to all life and breath and all things; (DBY YLT) ...
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Needle (4 Occurrences)

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Testament (13 Occurrences)
... and the evolutionary view may be roughly stated thus: of the traditional, that in
consequence of this Eden lapse man is a ruined nature, needing redemption and ...
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Neediest (1 Occurrence)

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Unclean (393 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Not clean; foul; dirty; filthy. 2. (a.) Ceremonially
impure; needing ritual cleansing. 3. (a.) Morally impure. Int. ...
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Users (9 Occurrences)
... Daniel 1:20 And in any business needing wisdom and good sense, about which the king
put questions to them, he saw that they were ten times better than all the ...
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Wonder-workers (16 Occurrences)
... Daniel 1:20 And in any business needing wisdom and good sense, about which the king
put questions to them, he saw that they were ten times better than all the ...
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Dry (217 Occurrences)
... 3. (superl.) of animals: Not giving milk. 4. (superl.) of persons: Thirsty;
needing drink. 5. (superl.) of the eyes: Not shedding tears. ...
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Milk-cheeses (1 Occurrence)
... 2 Samuel 17:29 And honey and butter and sheep and milk-cheeses, for David and his
people: for they said, This people is in the waste land, needing food and ...
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Physician (6 Occurrences)
... Not far from this, across the Jordan, was Gilead, which possibly may also have been
a place resorted to by those needing medical treatment, as indicated by ...
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