The term "unbalanced" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept can be explored through various scriptural principles and teachings. In a biblical context, being unbalanced often refers to a lack of harmony or proper alignment with God's will, wisdom, and righteousness. This can manifest in various aspects of life, including spiritual, emotional, and ethical dimensions.

Spiritual Unbalance

Spiritual unbalance occurs when one's relationship with God is not prioritized or maintained. The Bible emphasizes the importance of seeking God first and aligning one's life with His commandments. In Matthew 6:33 , Jesus instructs, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you." An unbalanced spiritual life may result from neglecting prayer, scripture study, and fellowship with other believers, leading to a weakened faith and susceptibility to worldly influences.

Emotional Unbalance

Emotional unbalance can be seen in the lack of peace and contentment that comes from trusting in God. Philippians 4:6-7 advises, "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." When individuals rely on their own understanding or circumstances rather than God's promises, they may experience anxiety, fear, and instability.

Ethical and Moral Unbalance

The Bible calls for a life of integrity and righteousness, warning against the dangers of moral compromise and ethical unbalance. Proverbs 11:1 states, "Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight." This verse highlights the importance of fairness and honesty in dealings with others. Ethical unbalance can lead to corruption, injustice, and a departure from God's standards.

Relational Unbalance

Relational unbalance can occur when relationships are not grounded in love, respect, and mutual submission as outlined in Scripture. Ephesians 5:21 encourages believers to "submit to one another out of reverence for Christ." When relationships are dominated by selfishness, pride, or lack of communication, they become unbalanced and can lead to conflict and division.

Financial Unbalance

The Bible also addresses financial unbalance, urging believers to be wise stewards of their resources. Proverbs 22:7 warns, "The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender." Financial unbalance can result from poor management, excessive debt, or materialism, leading to stress and a distraction from spiritual priorities.

Conclusion

While the Bible does not use the term "unbalanced," it provides ample guidance on maintaining balance in various aspects of life. By aligning with God's principles, believers can achieve a harmonious and fulfilling life that honors Him.1. (a.) Not balanced; not in equipoise; having no counterpoise, or having insufficient counterpoise.

2. (a.) Not adjusted; not settled; not brought to an equality of debt and credit; as, an unbalanced account; unbalanced books.

3. (a.) Being, or being thrown, out of equilibrium; hence, disordered or deranged in sense; unsteady; unsound; as, an unbalanced mind.

Tobacco.
... are pleasurable instead of painful is, in this state of moderate excitement the
circulation is materially increased without being materially unbalanced. ...
/.../judy/questionable amusements and worthy substitutes/i tobacco.htm

The Use of Fear in Religion.
... It is not, then, a correct idea of Christ that we have, when we look upon
Him as unmixed complacency and unbalanced compassion. ...
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Prophecies Fulfilled
... also among them. In every revival he is ready to bring in those who are
unsanctified in heart and unbalanced in mind. When these ...
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Prophecies Fulfilled.
... also among them. In every revival he is ready to bring in those who are
unsanctified in heart and unbalanced in mind. When these ...
/.../the great controversy between christ and satan /22 prophecies fulfilled.htm

Imagination in Prayer
... calls "the errors of the imagination" are not errors of the imagination at all,
but are the errors of unbridled fancy and caprice, and of an unbalanced and ill ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/whyte/lord teach us to pray/xx imagination in prayer.htm

Laboring under Difficulties
... the world by their influence and their faith, encountered the wiles by which the
enemy seeks to lead into fanaticism overzealous, unbalanced, and unsanctified ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 33 laboring under difficulties.htm

First Stage of the Roman Trial. Jesus Before Pilate for the First ...
... The question was designed to draw Jesus out should he chance to be a fanatical or
an unbalanced enthusiast.] And Jesus ^b answering saith { ^c answered him and ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/cxxix first stage of the.htm

But Whilst the King Has not that Most Blessed Light...
... This is a subject with which unbalanced minds have shown their inability to be much
occupied without the most sorrowful evidences of the disease under which ...
/.../jennings/old groans and new songs/chapter vii but whilst the.htm

The Faithful Servant
... it became confirmed, in the minds of the watchers in the Roman camp, that the Temple
had been fired, the old mute among them seemed to become wholly unbalanced ...
/.../miller/the city of delight/chapter xxi the faithful servant.htm

Jesus and the Disciples
... to ask Him. It is a natural impulse, not to know the worst. Insolvent tradesmen
leave their books unbalanced. The course of history ...
/.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 9 28-37 jesus and the.htm

Unbalanced (3 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Not adjusted; not settled; not brought to an equality of debt and credit;
as, an unbalanced account; unbalanced books. ...Unbalanced (3 Occurrences). ...
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Unawares (14 Occurrences)

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Using (88 Occurrences)
... If, then, the church has come together, and all are using tongues, and there come
in men without knowledge or faith, will they not say that you are unbalanced? ...
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Unbearably (1 Occurrence)

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Outsiders (5 Occurrences)
... If, then, the church has come together, and all are using tongues, and there come
in men without knowledge or faith, will they not say that you are unbalanced? ...
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Tricks (9 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 21:15 Are there not enough unbalanced men about me, that you have
let this person come and do such tricks before me? is ...
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Sag (1 Occurrence)
... to sink; to droop; to flag; to bend; to yield, as the mind or spirits, under the
pressure of care, trouble, doubt, or the like; to be unsettled or unbalanced. ...
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Proverb (24 Occurrences)
... In this body of proverbs we see also that instead of retaining the unbalanced single
assertion of the popular proverb, as it appears in 1 Samuel 10:12; 1 ...
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