Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 6000 Sin and salvation » 6100 Aspects of sin » 6257 unbelievers Those who are unwilling to believe and trust in God, especially as he has made himself known in and through Jesus Christ. Characteristics of unbelievers A refusal to believe in God Numbers 14:11; Psalm 78:32; John 5:38; Acts 14:2 A refusal to trust in God A persistence in sin Descriptions of unbelievers They are blind 2 Corinthians 4:4 See also John 9:39-41 They are disobedient Hebrews 3:12,18-19 Unbelievers can become believers 1 Timothy 1:13 See also Mark 9:24 The effect of tongues and prophecy on unbelievers Relationships between believers and unbelievers Believers should not marry unbelievers An unbelieving husband or wife 1 Corinthians 7:12-16 See also 1 Peter 3:1 Eating with unbelievers The consequence of remaining an unbeliever John 3:18 See also Luke 12:46; John 8:24; John 12:48; Revelation 21:8 Examples of unbelievers Some Israelites: Numbers 14:13-39; Deuteronomy 1:34-35; 1 Corinthians 10:10 Matthew 17:20 the disciples; Mark 8:11-12 some Pharisees Some Jews: See also
5135 blindness, spiritual |