Venturing, in the context of the Bible, refers to the act of undertaking a journey, task, or endeavor that involves risk, uncertainty, or exploration. This concept is woven throughout the biblical narrative, illustrating both physical journeys and spiritual undertakings that require faith, courage, and reliance on God.

Biblical Examples of Venturing

1. Abraham's Journey of Faith: One of the most prominent examples of venturing in the Bible is Abraham's call to leave his homeland. In Genesis 12:1-4, God commands Abraham to leave his country, his people, and his father's household to go to a land that God would show him. This venture required immense faith and trust in God's promises. Abraham's obedience set the foundation for the nation of Israel and is often cited as a model of faith: "By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place he would later receive as an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he was going" (Hebrews 11:8).

2. The Exodus: The Israelites' exodus from Egypt is another significant venture. Led by Moses, the Israelites embarked on a journey from slavery to freedom, facing numerous challenges and uncertainties in the wilderness. This venture was marked by God's guidance and provision, as seen in Exodus 13:21-22: "By day the LORD went ahead of them in a pillar of cloud to guide their way, and by night in a pillar of fire to give them light, so that they could travel by day or night."

3. Paul's Missionary Journeys: The Apostle Paul is a quintessential example of venturing for the sake of the Gospel. His missionary journeys, as recorded in the Book of Acts, involved traveling across the Roman Empire to preach the Gospel, establish churches, and encourage believers. Despite facing persecution, imprisonment, and hardship, Paul remained steadfast in his mission. In Acts 20:24, Paul expresses his commitment: "But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace."

Spiritual Venturing

Beyond physical journeys, the Bible also speaks to the concept of spiritual venturing. This involves stepping out in faith to pursue a deeper relationship with God, to grow in spiritual maturity, and to fulfill one's God-given purpose. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages believers to trust in the Lord and acknowledge Him in all their ways, promising that He will make their paths straight. This spiritual venture requires reliance on God's wisdom and guidance rather than one's own understanding.

Faith and Risk

Venturing often involves an element of risk, as it requires stepping into the unknown and trusting in God's provision and protection. Hebrews 11, often referred to as the "Faith Hall of Fame," highlights numerous individuals who ventured in faith, trusting in God's promises despite not seeing the fulfillment in their lifetime. This chapter underscores the importance of faith as the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1).

Conclusion

The biblical concept of venturing is deeply intertwined with faith, obedience, and trust in God. Whether embarking on a physical journey or a spiritual quest, believers are called to venture with the assurance that God is with them, guiding and sustaining them through every challenge and uncertainty.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Venture.

The Demoniac Boy
... To the Twelve He had explicitly given authority over devils, and even the Seventy,
venturing by faith to cast them out, had told Him of their success with joy. ...
/.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 9 14-29 the demoniac boy.htm

A Christmas Question
... Or to vary the picture; sometimes when persons are asleep, they take to walking
and they will climb where others will not think of venturing. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 6 1860/a christmas question.htm

The Life of Malchus, the Captive Monk.
... We therefore barely went inside, and took shelter in a pit on the left, not venturing
a step farther, lest in fleeing from death we should run into death. ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/the life of malchus the.htm

Why was Evolution the Method Chosen?
... so transcendent. But one at least suggests itself, whose practical value
is apology enough for venturing to advance it. Whenever ...
/.../drummond/the lowell lectures on the ascent of man/iii why was evolution the.htm

The Misery of those Who, Besides Losing the Saints' Rest, Lose the ...
... eternal. The obstinate sinner convinced of his folly in venturing on these
torments; and entreated to fly for safety to Christ. ...
/.../baxter/the saints everlasting rest/chapter vi the misery of.htm

Judas Iscariot
... His humble condition and take to Himself His great power and reign; only they left
the time and the means in their Master's hands, not venturing to criticise ...
/.../stalker/the trial and death of jesus christ/chapter ix judas iscariot.htm

A New Pretender
... "So you are not ready to believe it of this"Philadelphus?" he asked, venturing his
question on an immense surmise that was forcing itself upon him. ...
/.../miller/the city of delight/chapter xiii a new pretender.htm

Evil by no Means Found in the Stars and Constellations; all the ...
... and unordered motion, but these things are always the same, and in the same manner;
nor will any one have to blame any of the planets for venturing to delay at ...
/.../alexander/of the manichaeans/chapter xiii evil by no means.htm

Obey and Abide
... It sees too that the faith that can trust Christ for keeping from sinning must prove
its sincerity by venturing at once to trust Him for strength to obey. ...
/.../murray/the true vine meditations for a month on john 151-16/obey and abide.htm

If it is So Very Important. . . ?
... Let us suppose one of them, say Andrew, venturing to say to his brother
Simon Peter, 'Ought we all to be feeding the front row? ...
/.../wilson-carmichael/things as they are/chapter xvii if it is.htm

Venturing (2 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Venture. Multi-Version
Concordance Venturing (2 Occurrences). John 21:12 Jesus saith ...
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Verbally (1 Occurrence)

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Ventures (1 Occurrence)

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Lacked (18 Occurrences)
... Philippians 2:30 because for the sake of the work he drew near even to death, venturing
his life that he might fill up what lacked in your ministration toward ...
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Thebez (3 Occurrences)
... tower. Abimelech incautiously venturing near the tower, a woman cast an
upper millstone upon his head and broke his skull. Fearing ...
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Presumption (5 Occurrences)
... 4. (n.) The act of venturing beyond due beyond due bounds; an overstepping of the
bounds of reverence, respect, or courtesy; forward, overconfident, or ...
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Ahab (85 Occurrences)
... leading him to his ruin. Micaiah was imprisoned for thus venturing to
dissuade Ahab from his purpose. Ahab went into the battle ...
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Ministration (33 Occurrences)
... Philippians 2:30 because for the sake of the work he drew near even to death, venturing
his life that he might fill up what lacked in your ministration toward ...
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Fill (126 Occurrences)
... Philippians 2:30 because for the sake of the work he drew near even to death, venturing
his life that he might fill up what lacked in your ministration toward ...
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