Definition and Context:
Training, in a biblical context, refers to the process of teaching, instructing, and disciplining individuals in the ways of God, righteousness, and wisdom. It encompasses both spiritual and practical aspects of life, aiming to develop character, faith, and obedience to God's commandments.

Biblical Foundation:
The concept of training is deeply rooted in Scripture, emphasizing the importance of nurturing and guiding individuals, particularly children, in the path of righteousness. Proverbs 22:6 states, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." This verse underscores the long-term impact of early spiritual and moral education.

Parental Responsibility:
Parents are primarily responsible for the training of their children, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:6-7 : "These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up." This passage highlights the continuous and intentional nature of training within the family setting.

Discipline and Correction:
Training often involves discipline and correction, which are seen as acts of love and care. Hebrews 12:11 notes, "No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields a harvest of righteousness and peace to those who have been trained by it." Discipline is portrayed as a necessary component of training that leads to spiritual growth and maturity.

Spiritual Training:
The Apostle Paul frequently uses athletic metaphors to describe spiritual training. In 1 Timothy 4:7-8 , he advises, "Train yourself for godliness. For physical exercise is of limited value, but godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for the present life and for the one to come." This passage emphasizes the eternal benefits of spiritual discipline and training.

Role of the Church:
The church plays a vital role in the training of believers, providing teaching, fellowship, and accountability. Ephesians 4:11-13 explains that Christ gave various leaders to the church "to equip the saints for works of ministry, to build up the body of Christ, until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God, as we mature to the full measure of the stature of Christ." This equipping is a form of training that prepares believers for service and spiritual maturity.

Examples of Training in Scripture:
· Moses and Joshua: Moses trained Joshua to lead the Israelites, demonstrating mentorship and preparation for leadership (Exodus 17:9-14; Deuteronomy 31:7-8).
· Paul and Timothy: Paul mentored Timothy, providing guidance and instruction for his ministry (1 Timothy 1:2; 2 Timothy 2:2).
· Jesus and the Disciples: Jesus spent three years training His disciples, teaching them through parables, sermons, and personal example (Matthew 5-7; John 13:1-17).

Conclusion:
Training in the Bible is a comprehensive process that involves teaching, discipline, and mentorship. It is essential for spiritual growth, character development, and the effective functioning of the church. Through training, individuals are equipped to live godly lives and fulfill their God-given purposes.1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Train.

2. (n.) The act of one who trains; the act or process of exercising, disciplining, etc.; education.

3809. paideia -- the rearing of a child, training, discipline
... the rearing of a child, training, discipline. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: paideia Phonetic Spelling: (pahee-di'-ah) Short Definition ...
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1129. gumnasia -- exercise
... Cognate: 1129 (from 1128 , "to , work out, exercise" and the root of the English
term, "gymnasium") -- properly, physical training ("bodily exercise"). ...
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3813. paidion -- a young child
... 3813 -- properly, a child under training; the form of 3816 ("child"). 3813 ("a little
child in training") implies a child (perhaps seven years old or younger). ...
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3811. paideuo -- to train children, to chasten, correct
... 3811 (from 3816 , "a child under development with strict training") -- properly,
to up a child (3816 ), so they and realize their (). ...
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2315. theopneustos -- God-breathed, ie inspired by God
... Each-and-every (3956 , singular) Scripture (Gk, singular) is (2315 ) and profitable
for teaching, for convincing, for correction, for training in righteousness ...
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3643. oligoreo -- to esteem lightly
... Job 5:17; Prov 3:11): "My son (ie true followers of the Lord), do not (3643 , negated
imperative) the training of the Lord, nor go on becoming undone when you ...
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521. apaideutos -- uninstructed
... Phonetic Spelling: (ap-ah'-ee-dyoo-tos) Short Definition: untrained, uneducated
Definition: untrained, uneducated, showing a want of training or education ...
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1128. gumnazo -- to exercise naked, to train
... condition" (full agility, skill, endurance). This is gained only from , rigorous
training (exercise). 1128 () conveys acquiring -- regular ...
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4747. stoicheion -- one of a row, hence a letter (of the alphabet) ...
... [4747 () refers to "the with which mankind . . were (before the time of Christ),
ie the elements of religious training or the ceremonial precepts ...
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545. omnah -- bringing up, nourishment
... brought up. Feminine of 'omen (in the specific sense of training); tutelage -- brought
up. see HEBREW 'omen. 544, 545. omnah. 546 . Strong's Numbers.
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542. omman -- a masterworkman, artist
... cunning workman. From 'aman (in the sense of training); an expert -- cunning workman.
see HEBREW 'aman. 541, 542. omman. 543 . Strong's Numbers.
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525. amon -- an artificer, architect, master workman
... one brought up. From 'aman, probably in the sense of training; skilled, ie An architect
(like 'aman) -- one brought up. see HEBREW 'aman. see HEBREW 'aman. ...
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The Training of a Public Speaker
The Training of a Public Speaker. <. The Training of a Public
Speaker Grenville Kleiser. Produced by Kevin Handy, Dave ...
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His Training.
... THE PERSON OF CHRIST. HIS TRAINING. WITH the exception of these few but
significant hints, the youth of Jesus, and the preparation ...
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The Training of the Twelve
... Lesson 2 The Training of the Twelve. For the carrying on of His work, Christ
did not choose the learning or eloquence of the Jewish ...
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Of the Training of those who Renounce this World, and of the Way ...
... Chapter I. Of the training of those who renounce this world, and of the way in which
those are taught among the monks of Tabenna and the Egyptians who are ...
/.../cassian/the works of john cassian /chapter i of the training.htm

The Christian Training of Children.
... VIII. THE CHRISTIAN TRAINING OF CHILDREN. TEXT: Colossians 3:21. MY devout
hearers! Christian families, founded on the holy bond ...
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Training of Ministers and Teachers Neglected.
... TRAINING OF MINISTERS AND TEACHERS NEGLECTED. 56. Parish Schools
Cultivated."One cannot possibly say too much in praise of the ...
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The Christian Training of Children.
... IX. THE CHRISTIAN TRAINING OF CHILDREN. (Second Sermon.) TEXT: Ephesians
6:4. IN making special mention of our children in our prayers ...
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Early Training.
... THE VALUE OF A PRAYING MOTHER CHAPTER III. EARLY TRAINING. As the daily teaching
continued, Mrs. Worthington taught her children many helpful lessons. ...
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Amusement: A Force in Christian Training
Amusement: A Force in Christian Training. <. Amusement: A Force in Christian
Training Rev. Marvin R. Vincent. Table of Contents. Title Page. ...
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God's Training
... SERMON IV."GOD'S TRAINING. Deuteronomy 8:2-5. ... This is the lesson of our lives.
This is training, not only for the old Jews, but for us. ...
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Training (32 Occurrences)
...Training (32 Occurrences). ... (See NIV). Ephesians 4:12 For the training of the saints
as servants in the church, for the building up of the body of Christ: (BBE). ...
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Exercise (35 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Exertion for the sake of training or improvement whether physical, intellectual,
or moral; practice to acquire skill, knowledge, virtue, perfectness ...
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Discipline (63 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) Training for obedience, whether physical, mental, or moral. ... 5. (n.) Correction;
chastisement; punishment inflicted by way of correction and training. ...
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Chastisement (24 Occurrences)
... to the infliction of pain, either as a punishment or for recalling to duty, while
"chastening," is a wider term, indicating the discipline or training to which ...
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Chastening (11 Occurrences)
... to the infliction of pain, either as a punishment or for recalling to duty, while
"chastening," is a wider term, indicating the discipline or training to which ...
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Ignores (5 Occurrences)
... NIV). Proverbs 10:17 He who takes note of teaching is a way of life, but
he who gives up training is a cause of error. (See NAS NIV). ...
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Uncleanness (56 Occurrences)
... Might not Yahweh use this natural religious perception of men as to an intrinsic
distinction between clean and unclean in training Israel to a realization of a ...
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Peter (181 Occurrences)
... Simon and his brother doubtless enjoyed all the advantages of a religious training,
and were early instructed in an acquaintance with the Scriptures and with ...
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Neglects (3 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Proverbs 13:18 Need and shame will be the fate of him who is uncontrolled
by training; but he who takes note of teaching will be honoured. (See NAS). ...
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Rejects (8 Occurrences)
... (WEB NAS NIV). Proverbs 10:17 He who takes note of teaching is a way of life,
but he who gives up training is a cause of error. (See RSV). ...
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