In biblical terms, the concept of "proffer" is closely related to the act of offering or presenting something, often with the intention of giving or dedicating it to God or another person. While the specific term "proffer" may not be directly used in the Berean Standard Bible , the idea is encapsulated in various scriptural passages that discuss offerings, sacrifices, and gifts.

Old Testament Context

The Old Testament is replete with instances where offerings are made to God, which can be seen as acts of proffering. In the sacrificial system established in the Mosaic Law, the Israelites were commanded to bring various offerings to the Lord, including burnt offerings, grain offerings, and peace offerings. These acts of proffering were not merely ritualistic but were intended to express devotion, gratitude, and repentance.

For example, in Leviticus 1:3 , it is stated: "If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to offer an unblemished male. He must present it at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, that he may be accepted by the LORD." Here, the act of presenting or proffering the offering is a critical component of worship and obedience.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of proffering takes on a more spiritual dimension. The ultimate proffer is seen in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who offered Himself for the sins of humanity. Hebrews 9:14 states: "How much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from works of death, so that we may serve the living God!"

Believers are also encouraged to proffer themselves as living sacrifices. Romans 12:1 exhorts: "Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship." This passage highlights the call for Christians to dedicate their lives wholly to God, reflecting a continual act of proffering in their daily walk.

Spiritual and Practical Implications

The act of proffering in the biblical sense is not limited to physical offerings but extends to the giving of oneself, one's time, and one's resources for the glory of God and the service of others. It is an expression of love, commitment, and stewardship. Proverbs 3:9 advises: "Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your harvest." This verse underscores the principle of giving the best of what one has to God, a form of proffering that acknowledges His sovereignty and provision.

In summary, while the specific term "proffer" may not appear frequently in the Bible, the concept is deeply embedded in the scriptural narrative, emphasizing the importance of offering oneself and one's resources to God as an act of worship and devotion.1. (v. t.) To offer for acceptance; to propose to give; to make a tender of; as, to proffer a gift; to proffer services; to proffer friendship.

2. (v. t.) To essay or attempt of one's own accord; to undertake, or propose to undertake.

3. (n.) An offer made; something proposed for acceptance by another; a tender; as, proffers of peace or friendship.

4. (n.) Essay; attempt.

3936. paristemi -- to place beside, to present, stand by, appear
... Or prolonged paristano (par-is-tan'-o) from para and histemi; to stand beside, ie
(transitively) to exhibit, proffer, (specially), recommend, (figuratively ...
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"The Love that Made Him to Suffer Passeth So Far all his Pains as ...
... For though the sweet manhood of Christ might suffer but once, the goodness in Him
may never cease of proffer: every day He is ready to the same, if it might be ...
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'Give Me to Drink'
... 'I that speak unto thee am He.' That is to say, the kindling of desire, the proffer
of the all-satisfying gift, the quickening of conscience, the revelation of ...
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The Eighth Book
... Must we accede to the will of wicked men? Or if they wish even empty praise conferred
on them, is it fitting to proffer silly and meaningless eulogies? ...
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"Thus was I Learned to Choose Jesus for My Heaven, whom I Saw Only ...
... of fiends. Then had Ia proffer in my reason, [73] as if it had been friendly
said to me: Look up to Heaven to His Father. And then ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter xix thus was i.htm

Old Truth for a New Epoch
... to his prayer. Why was he thus certain? Because he recognised that the
impulse to proffer the sign came from God. We know little ...
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The Perfection of Believers in this Life
... Augustine to be this""that man could fulfill the law of God by his own proffer strength
and ability; but with still "greater facility by means of the grace ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 1/vii the perfection of believers.htm

Come, My Soul, Awake, 'tis Morning,
... As it knoweth. Darkness smitten by these rays. Soul, thy incense also proffer;
Thou shouldst offer. Praise to Him, who from thy head. ...
/.../winkworth/lyra germanica the christian year/iii come my soul awake.htm

Whether it is for the Chief Pontiff to Draw up the Symbol of the ...
... Ephesus (p.2, act.6 in decreto de fide.): "After the Nicene Symbol had been read,
the holy synod decreed that it was unlawful for anyone to proffer, write, or ...
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Innovations of Eudoxius Censured in a Letter Written by George ...
... In order to proffer this request to the emperor, they sent to him a deputation composed
of the following bishops: Basil, bishop of Ancyra; Eustathius, bishop ...
/.../chapter xiii innovations of eudoxius censured.htm

Thou Didst Deal with Me, that I Should be Persuaded to Go to Rome. ...
... my earthly dwelling for the salvation of my soul, at Carthage didst goad me, that
I might thereby be torn from it; and at Rome didst proffer me allurements ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter viii thou didst deal.htm

Proffer (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (vt) To offer for acceptance; to propose to give; to make a tender of; as,
to proffer a gift; to proffer services; to proffer friendship. ...
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Offer (403 Occurrences)
... in marriage. 3. (vt) To present in words; to proffer; to make a proposal
of; to suggest; as, to offer an opinion. With the infinitive ...
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Profession (9 Occurrences)

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Repulse (2 Occurrences)
... enemy. 2. (vt) To repel by discourtesy, coldness, or denial; to reject;
to send away; as, to repulse a suitor or a proffer. 3. (n ...
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Midday (11 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 58:10 and thou proffer thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted
soul: then shall thy light rise in the darkness, and thine obscurity be as ...
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Proffereth (1 Occurrence)

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Prefer (10 Occurrences)
... carry or bring (something) forward, or before one; hence, to bring for consideration,
acceptance, judgment, etc.; to offer; to present; to proffer; to address ...
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