Dictionary of Bible Themes Uncertainty, hesitation and doubt reflect a failure of the basic human ability to choose. They reveal an internal debate and lack of conviction. James 1:6-8Indecision arising from doubt and hesitation See also 1 Kings 18:21Matthew 14:31; 21:21 Mark 11:23 Romans 14:23 Exodus 3:11 Examples of indecisive behaviour See also Exodus 4:13; 14:10-15Joshua 7:10 Esther 5:8 Matthew 27:21-26 pp Mk 15:9-15 Mark 16:11-14pp Lk 23:13-25 John 20:25pp Jn 18:38-40 Acts 24:25Matthew 6:24 Indecision may be indicative of divided loyalty See also Matthew 19:22pp Lk 16:13 pp Mk 10:22 pp Lk 18:23 Genesis 3:1Indecision or uncertainty may be prompted by Satan See also Genesis 3:4John 8:44 2 Corinthians 11:3 Revelation 12:9 See also 4930 end5187 taste 5877 hesitation 6622 choice 8124 guidance 8329 readiness 8408 decision-making 8615 prayer, doubts about 8702 agnosticism 8720 double-mindedness 8721 doubt 8839 unfaithfulness |
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