Topical Encyclopedia The term "plus" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of addition, increase, and abundance is prevalent throughout the Scriptures. The Bible often speaks of God's blessings, provision, and the multiplication of His grace and mercy upon His people. These themes can be understood as the divine "plus" that God adds to the lives of believers.Divine Provision and Increase One of the most significant examples of divine increase is found in the account of the feeding of the five thousand. In Matthew 14:19-20 , Jesus takes five loaves and two fish, looks up to heaven, and blesses them. The disciples distribute the food, and all eat and are satisfied, with twelve baskets of leftovers collected. This miracle illustrates God's ability to provide abundantly beyond human limitations. Similarly, in the Old Testament, the account of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath in 1 Kings 17:14-16 demonstrates God's provision. The widow's jar of flour and jug of oil do not run dry during a severe famine, as promised by the word of the Lord through Elijah. This narrative highlights God's faithfulness in adding to what seems insufficient. Spiritual Abundance The New Testament frequently speaks of spiritual abundance. In John 10:10 , Jesus declares, "I have come that they may have life, and have it in all its fullness." This statement reflects the spiritual "plus" that Jesus offers—eternal life and a relationship with God that surpasses mere existence. The Apostle Paul also writes about the abundance of grace. In Romans 5:17 , he states, "For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive an abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ!" Here, Paul emphasizes the overflowing grace available to believers through Christ. Material and Spiritual Blessings The Bible acknowledges both material and spiritual blessings as part of God's "plus" in the lives of His followers. In Malachi 3:10 , God challenges His people to bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, promising, "See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure." This passage underscores the principle that God rewards faithfulness with abundance. Moreover, in Ephesians 3:20 , Paul praises God, "Now to Him who is able to do infinitely more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us." This verse captures the essence of God's ability to exceed human expectations and provide beyond what is requested. Conclusion While the word "plus" is not explicitly used in the Bible, the concept of God's addition and multiplication of blessings is a recurring theme. Through His provision, grace, and promises, God continually adds to the lives of His people, offering both material and spiritual abundance. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (a.) More, required to be added; positive, as distinguished from negative; -- opposed to minus.2. (a.) Hence, in a literary sense, additional; real; actual. Library Plus Ultra Vs. Ne Plus Ultra. Jean Jacques Rousseau. Essay on Faith. Denis Diderot. When a Man is Asked to Write Down what He Really Thinks on ... Fire and Anvil for Leaders. Ernest Renan. Estimate of St. Augustin. He Deplores his Wretchedness, that Having Been Born Thirty-Two ... The Influence of Dionysius in Religious History Thesaurus Plus (2 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance Plus (2 Occurrences). ... Twenty shekels plus twenty-five shekels plus fifteen shekels shall be your mina. (WEB NIV). ... /p/plus.htm - 7k Adonijah (28 Occurrences) Armenia (2 Occurrences) Kings (350 Occurrences) Gerahs (5 Occurrences) Gerah (1 Occurrence) Teth (1 Occurrence) Mina (6 Occurrences) Azazel (3 Occurrences) Fifteen (26 Occurrences) Resources Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works? | GotQuestions.orgIs salvation by grace plus works a false gospel? | GotQuestions.org How did Noah fit all the animals on the Ark? | GotQuestions.org Plus: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Plus (2 Occurrences)2 Chronicles 35:7 Ezekiel 45:12 Subtopics Related Terms |
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