Definition and Meaning:
To reassure means to restore confidence, provide comfort, or remove doubts and fears. In a biblical context, reassurance often comes from God or His messengers, offering peace and certainty to His people in times of uncertainty or fear.

Biblical Instances of Reassurance:

1. God's Reassurance to Individuals:
· Abraham: In Genesis 15:1, God reassures Abram, saying, "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward." This reassurance comes at a time when Abram is concerned about his lack of an heir, and God promises him descendants as numerous as the stars.
· Moses: In Exodus 3:12, God reassures Moses of His presence, saying, "I will surely be with you," as Moses expresses doubt about his ability to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
· Joshua: After the death of Moses, God reassures Joshua in Joshua 1:9, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go."

2. Reassurance through Prophets:
· Isaiah: The prophet Isaiah often conveyed God's reassurance to Israel. In Isaiah 41:10, God says, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand."
· Jeremiah: In Jeremiah 29:11, God reassures the exiled Israelites, "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

3. Reassurance in the New Testament:
· Jesus' Words: Jesus frequently reassured His disciples. In John 14:27, He says, "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, and do not be afraid."
· Paul's Letters: The Apostle Paul often reassured early Christians of God's faithfulness. In Philippians 4:6-7, he writes, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Theological Significance:

Reassurance in the Bible is deeply connected to the character of God as a loving and faithful Father. It reflects His desire for His people to trust in His sovereignty and goodness, even amidst trials and uncertainties. Reassurance is not merely about alleviating fear but is also about anchoring believers in the truth of God's promises and His eternal plan.

Practical Application:

Believers are encouraged to seek reassurance in God's Word and through prayer. The Scriptures provide numerous promises that can be a source of comfort and strength. Christians are also called to reassure one another, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 5:11, "Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing." This mutual reassurance within the body of Christ fosters unity and spiritual growth.1. (v. t.) To assure anew; to restore confidence to; to free from fear or terror.

2. (v. t.) To reinsure.

Letter vi. --Fear of Wasting Time.
... prayer of the simple presence of God. But it is easy to reassure such souls,
and to reassure you also. For this it suffices to recall ...
/.../de caussade/abandonment to divine providence/letter vi fear of wasting time.htm

Guelf and Ghibelline. (ii)
... right of spoils. It was necessary also to reassure the Pope, who feared the
continued union of Sicily and Germany. Honorius accepted ...
/.../medley/the church and the empire/chapter xv guelf and ghibelline.htm

Twentieth Day. Not Retaliating.
... Peter was the one of all the rest who had most reason to dread estranged looks and
upbraiding words; but a special message is sent to reassure that trembling ...
/.../macduff/the mind of jesus/twentieth day not retaliating.htm

Diamond Managed with Many Blunders to Read this Rhyme to his ...
... This did little to reassure his mother; and lest my reader should have his qualms
about it too, I venture to remind him once more that Diamond had been to the ...
/.../macdonald/at the back of the north wind/chapter 21 diamond managed with.htm

Slavery of Redemptioners.
... The Newlanders persuade and reassure the people [who, not understanding the English,
knew not what they were signing] that they, as impartial friends, would ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/bente/american lutheranism/slavery of redemptioners.htm

The Saint Prays to be Directed by a Different Way. Intellectual ...
... that such a vision was possible, [3] I was extremely afraid at first, and did nothing
but weep; however, when He spoke to me but one word to reassure me, I ...
/.../teresa/the life of st teresa of jesus/chapter xxvii the saint prays.htm

Letter Xliii a Consolatory Letter to the Parents of Geoffrey.
... But of such fear it is said, "There were they brought in great fear where no
fear was" (Psalm 14:9). Reassure yourselves, and be comforted. ...
/.../letter xliii a consolatory letter.htm

A New Morning.
... eyes. Frightened, they bow down before these men, who seem to be angels.
But the men quickly reassure them with their words. Why ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks about jesus/a new morning.htm

The Men of Gadara
... And doubtless the much debated incident of the swine had greatly helped to reassure
this afflicted soul; the demons were palpably gone, visibly enough they ...
/.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 5 14-20 the men of.htm

Letter viii. --The Love of Creatures and of God.
... I am delighted, my dear Sister, that God has made use of my letter to reassure you
and to make you understand the reason of the difference between the love ...
/.../abandonment to divine providence/letter viii the love of creatures.htm

Reassure (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Reassure (3 Occurrences). 1 John 3:19 And by this we know
that we are of the truth, and persuade our hearts before him, (See RSV). ...
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Reassign (1 Occurrence)

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Reassured (1 Occurrence)

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Predestination
... The predestined certainty of God's gracious work in Christ was not meant to perplex
men, but to encourage and reassure all who trust in His grace. ...
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