Undertakes
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In the context of the Bible, the term "undertakes" often refers to the act of taking on a responsibility, task, or duty, particularly in the sense of providing support, protection, or deliverance. This concept is frequently associated with God's intervention on behalf of His people, as well as the responsibilities that individuals assume in their relationships with God and others.

Divine Undertaking

The Bible frequently depicts God as the ultimate undertaker of His people's needs, providing deliverance and support in times of trouble. In Psalm 37:5, the psalmist encourages believers to "Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it." This verse highlights the assurance that God will undertake the concerns of those who place their trust in Him, acting on their behalf according to His will.

Similarly, in Isaiah 41:10, God reassures His people with the promise, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Here, God's undertaking is portrayed as a source of strength and support, emphasizing His active role in sustaining and protecting His followers.

Human Undertaking

In addition to divine intervention, the Bible also addresses the responsibilities that individuals undertake in their relationships with others and with God. In the New Testament, the concept of undertaking is often linked to the call to serve and support one another within the Christian community. Galatians 6:2 instructs believers to "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This verse underscores the importance of undertaking the needs and struggles of others as a reflection of Christ's love and compassion.

Furthermore, the parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37 exemplifies the moral obligation to undertake the care of those in need, regardless of social or ethnic boundaries. The Samaritan's willingness to help the injured man, despite the potential cost and inconvenience, serves as a model for selfless service and compassion.

Undertaking in Faith

The act of undertaking is also closely tied to faith and obedience in the biblical narrative. Hebrews 11, often referred to as the "Faith Hall of Fame," recounts numerous instances where individuals undertook significant tasks and challenges by faith. For example, Noah undertook the building of the ark in obedience to God's command, despite the skepticism of those around him (Hebrews 11:7). His undertaking was an expression of his trust in God's promises and his commitment to fulfilling God's will.

In summary, the concept of undertaking in the Bible encompasses both divine and human actions. It reflects God's commitment to His people, as well as the responsibilities that believers are called to assume in their relationships with God and others. Through divine intervention and human obedience, the theme of undertaking serves as a testament to the faithfulness and love that characterize the biblical narrative.
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Augustin Undertakes the Refutation of the Arguments which Might be ...
... Book III. Augustin undertakes the refutation of the arguments which might
be derived from the epistle of? Augustin undertakes ...
/.../augustin undertakes the refutation of.htm

Simon Undertakes to Prove that the Creator of the World Is
... Homily XIX. Chapter I."Simon Undertakes to Prove that the Creator of the
World is. Not Blameless. The next day Peter came forth ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter i simon undertakes to prove.htm

At Length He Undertakes to Raise a Persecution.
... The Life of the blessed emperor constantine, by eusebius pamphilus. Book I.
Chapter LVI."At length he undertakes to raise a Persecution. ...
/.../pamphilius/the life of constantine/chapter lvi at length he undertakes.htm

Clement Undertakes the Discussion.
... Homily XIV. Chapter XII."Clement Undertakes the Discussion. When both
were silent, I:said: "Since I know accurately the science ...
/.../the clementine homilies/chapter xii clement undertakes the discussion.htm

Peter Undertakes to Discuss the Devil's Origin.
... Homily XIX. Chapter VIII."Peter Undertakes to Discuss the Devil's Origin.
And Peter said: "Since you compel us, after we have ...
/.../unknown/the clementine homilies/chapter viii peter undertakes to discuss.htm

Book one in God's Searching Presence, Augustine Undertakes to ...
... The Confessions of Saint Augustine BOOK ONE In God's searching presence, Augustine
undertakes to plumb the depths of his memory to trace? ...
/.../augustine/confessions and enchiridion/book one in gods searching.htm

The Emperor Valens is Ridiculed by the People on Account of the ...
... Chapter XXXVIII."The Emperor Valens is ridiculed by the People on Account of the
Goths; undertakes an Expedition against them and is slain in an Engagement ...
/.../chapter xxxviii the emperor valens is.htm

The Poor Man's Friend
... GOD IS THE POOR MAN'S FRIEND; the poor man, in His helplessness and despair, leaves
his case in the hands of God, and God undertakes to care for him. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 53 1907/the poor mans friend.htm

Blessed Prosperity Meditations on the First Psalm.
... This divine prosperity is GOD'S purpose for every believer, in all that he undertakes;
in things temporal and in things spiritual, in all the relations and ...
/.../taylor/a ribband of blue/blessed prosperity meditations on the.htm

After Much Discourse Concerning the Actually Existent, and ...
... Any one, then, who undertakes to give the account of this good Being, of this
ungenerate Being, as He is, would speak in vain, if he rehearsed the attributes ...
/.../gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/section 5 after much discourse.htm

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Undertakes (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Undertakes (1 Occurrence). Joshua 6:26 And Joshua
charged the people with an oath at that time, saying: 'Cursed ...
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Undertaker (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) One who undertakes; one who engages
in any project or business. 2. (n.) One who stipulates or ...
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Undertakest (1 Occurrence)

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Undertakers (1 Occurrence)

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Undertaking (30 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Undertake. 2. (n.) The act
of one who undertakes, or engages in, any project or business. ...
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Contract (3 Occurrences)
... of two or more persons, upon a sufficient consideration or cause, to do, or to abstain
from doing, some act; an agreement in which a party undertakes to do, or ...
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Selfsurrender
... Moses, at the call of Yahweh, surrenders self, and undertakes the deliverance
of his fellow-Hebrews (Exodus 3:1-4:13; compare Hebrews 11:25). ...
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Self-surrender
... Moses, at the call of Yahweh, surrenders self, and undertakes the deliverance
of his fellow-Hebrews (Exodus 3:1-4:13; compare Hebrews 11:25). ...
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Judges (117 Occurrences)
... Jephthah stipulates with the elders of Gilead that if he undertakes to do battle
on their behalf with the Ammonites, he is afterward to be recognized as their ...
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Undertakes (1 Occurrence)

Joshua 6:26
And Joshua charged the people with an oath at that time, saying: 'Cursed be the man before the LORD, that riseth up and buildeth this city, even Jericho; with the loss of his first-born shall he lay the foundation thereof, and with the loss of his youngest son shall he set up the gates of it.'
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