Definition and Overview:
Rescuing, in the biblical context, refers to the act of delivering or saving someone from danger, harm, or oppression. It is a recurring theme throughout the Scriptures, illustrating God's intervention in the lives of His people and His power to save. The concept of rescuing is closely tied to God's covenantal faithfulness and His role as a Redeemer.

Old Testament Examples:
1. The Exodus: One of the most significant acts of rescuing in the Old Testament is the deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. God raised Moses to lead His people out of slavery, demonstrating His power through plagues and the parting of the Red Sea. Exodus 14:13-14 states, "But Moses told the people, 'Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.'"

2. David and Goliath: David's victory over Goliath is another example of divine rescue. Despite being a young shepherd, David trusted in God's deliverance. In 1 Samuel 17:37 , David declares, "The LORD who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine."

3. Daniel in the Lion's Den: Daniel's faithfulness to God led to his miraculous rescue from the lion's den. Daniel 6:22 records Daniel's testimony: "My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions, so that they have not hurt me, because I was found innocent before Him."

New Testament Examples:
1. Jesus Christ: The ultimate act of rescuing in the New Testament is the salvation offered through Jesus Christ. His death and resurrection provide deliverance from sin and eternal death. Colossians 1:13-14 states, "He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins."

2. Peter's Release from Prison: In Acts 12, Peter is miraculously rescued from prison by an angel of the Lord. Acts 12:7 describes the event: "Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell. He struck Peter on the side and woke him up. 'Quick, get up!' he said, and the chains fell off Peter’s wrists."

3. Paul's Deliverance: The Apostle Paul experienced numerous rescues throughout his ministry. In 2 Corinthians 1:10 , Paul reflects on God's deliverance: "He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. On Him we have set our hope that He will continue to deliver us."

Theological Significance:
Rescuing in the Bible underscores God's sovereignty, love, and faithfulness. It reveals His desire to save His people and His ability to intervene in human history. The theme of rescuing also points to the ultimate deliverance through Jesus Christ, who rescues believers from sin and grants eternal life. This divine rescue is not only physical but also spiritual, offering hope and assurance to those who trust in God.

Practical Application:
Believers are encouraged to trust in God's power to rescue them from trials and tribulations. The biblical accounts of rescue serve as reminders of God's faithfulness and His ability to save. Christians are called to live in the confidence of God's deliverance, both in this life and in the life to come.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Rescue.1807. exaireo -- to take out, to deliver
... Word Origin from ek and haireo Definition to take out, to deliver NASB Word Usage
pluck (1), rescue (2), rescued (3), rescuing (1), tear (1). ...
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That Everything which the Grace of God Does in the Way of Rescuing ...
... Chapter 15."That Everything Which the Grace of God Does in the Way of Rescuing Us
from the Inveterate Evils in Which We are Sunk, Pertains to the Future World ...
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1870-1871. Workers' Meetings at Home of Industry --Training Home ...
... "The Training Home at Hampton bids fair to be a most valuable addition to Miss
Macpherson's scheme for rescuing these dear children if only for their health's ...
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The Paradox of Love's Measure
... When a coalpit gets blocked up by some explosion, no brave rescuing party will venture
to descend into the lowest depths of the poisonous darkness until some ...
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The Events which Happened to Dionysius.
... that chapter, 23, we learn that Caius and Peter were alone with Dionysius in a desert
place in Libya, after being carried away by the rescuing party mentioned ...
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Preface
... It is in the desire of rescuing one of the choicest bits in all Fors that the present
little booklet is offered to the clients of the "Celestial Lily" as ...
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The Nations of the South-East
... Saul had begun his reign by rescuing Jabesh in Gilead from the Ammonite king Nahash,
who had threatened to treat its inhabitants with innate Semitic barbarity. ...
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The Disciple, -- Master, what is the Real Meaning of Service? is ...
... him forward, and the efforts you made produced heat in your body which also passed
into his, and both he and you were saved, so that in rescuing him you saved ...
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Greek-Amerikan-Christian-Association
... to death after their children were torn off into shreds of flesh under the sword
of the barbarous Turk, young people and old aged having no rescuing place to ...
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Estimates of Salvian's Work
... When Brassicanus published his first edition of Salvian's treatise On the Government
of God, he found ready applause for his achievement in rescuing so great a ...
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Fighting Holiness
... and lives of men; you believe in the humiliation and passion of Christ to redeem
men; you believe in the necessity for and possibility of rescuing human souls ...
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Rescuing (3 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Rescuing (3 Occurrences). Acts 26:17 delivering you from
the people, and from the Gentiles, to whom I send you, (See NAS). ...
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Lysias (3 Occurrences)
... Upon learning of the riot instigated by the Asiatic Jews, he hastened down with
his soldiers, and succeeded in rescuing Paul from the hands of the mob. ...
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Rescues (10 Occurrences)
... 1 Thessalonians 1:10 and to wait for His Son from the heavens, whom He did raise
out of the dead -- Jesus, who is rescuing us from the anger that is coming. ...
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Researches (1 Occurrence)

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Rescueth (5 Occurrences)

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Rescue (92 Occurrences)
... seamen from destruction. 2. (n.) The act of rescuing; deliverance from restraint,
violence, or danger; liberation. 3. (n.) The forcible ...
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Saving (37 Occurrences)
... & vb. n.) of Save. 2. (a.) Preserving; rescuing. 3. (a.) Avoiding unnecessary expense
or waste; frugal; not lavish or wasteful; economical; as, a saving cook. ...
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Claudius (3 Occurrences)
... Upon learning of the riot instigated by the Asiatic Jews, he hastened down with
his soldiers, and succeeded in rescuing Paul from the hands of the mob. ...
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Josiah (51 Occurrences)
... matured skill of Israel's literary prime, in a time too when, as we know (see under
HEZEKIAH), men of letters were keenly interested in rescuing and putting to ...
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