The term "increasest" is an archaic form of the verb "increase," which appears in various contexts throughout the Bible, often signifying growth, multiplication, or the expansion of blessings. In the Berean Standard Bible , the concept of increase is frequently associated with God's provision, the growth of the faithful, and the multiplication of resources or descendants.

Biblical Context and Usage:

1. Divine Blessing and Provision:
The idea of increase is closely tied to God's blessings upon His people. In Genesis 1:28 , God commands Adam and Eve, "Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it." This command not only implies physical multiplication but also the increase of dominion and stewardship over creation. Similarly, in Deuteronomy 28:4 , the blessings of obedience include, "The fruit of your womb will be blessed, as well as the produce of your land and the offspring of your livestock—the calves of your herds and the lambs of your flocks."

2. Spiritual Growth:
Increase is also used metaphorically to describe spiritual growth and maturity. In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul speaks of spiritual increase in Colossians 1:10 , "so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God." Here, the increase is not just in numbers but in the depth of understanding and the quality of one's relationship with God.

3. Multiplication of Descendants:
The promise of increase in descendants is a recurring theme in God's covenants with the patriarchs. In Genesis 17:2 , God tells Abraham, "I will establish My covenant between Me and you, and I will multiply you exceedingly." This promise is reiterated to Isaac and Jacob, emphasizing the importance of lineage and the fulfillment of God's promises through generations.

4. Material Prosperity:
Increase is often associated with material prosperity as a sign of God's favor. Proverbs 3:9-10 states, "Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your harvest; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine." This passage highlights the principle that honoring God leads to an increase in material blessings.

5. Warnings Against Misuse:
While increase is generally seen as a blessing, the Bible also warns against the misuse of increased wealth or power. In Luke 12:15 , Jesus cautions, "Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions." This warning serves as a reminder that spiritual wealth is of greater value than material increase.

Theological Implications:

The concept of increase in the Bible underscores the belief in God's sovereignty and His ability to bless abundantly. It reflects the idea that all increase, whether spiritual, physical, or material, ultimately comes from God and should be used for His glory. The faithful are encouraged to seek God's kingdom first, trusting that all necessary increases will be provided according to His will (Matthew 6:33).

In summary, "increasest" in the biblical sense encompasses a wide range of growth and multiplication, from the expansion of families and resources to the deepening of spiritual life. It serves as a testament to God's faithfulness and the abundant life He offers to those who follow Him.

On the Words of the Gospel, Matt. vii. 7, "Ask, and it Shall be ...
... make thee good. Thou hast money, deal it out freely. By dealing it out freely,
thou increasest righteousness. "For he hath dispersed ...
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1 Timothy v. 8
... than thou benefitest. Thou lendest to God, not to men. Thou increasest
thy wealth, rather than diminishest it. But if thou dost ...
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On Riches
... Yes," say they, "he is a good man; he is worth a hundred thousand pounds." And indeed
everywhere, "if thou doest well unto thyself," if thou increasest in goods ...
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Psalm XCIV.
... judgment of God; who will render to every man according to his deeds." [4368] He
therefore increaseth His long-suffering, thou increasest thine iniquity. ...
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Psalm LXIX.
... For in like manner as thou increasest a fever, increasest a disorder, not by adding
disorder, but by not relieving: so because they were of such sort as that ...
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Increasest (2 Occurrences)
...Increasest (2 Occurrences). Job 10:17 Thou renewest thy witnesses against me, and
increasest thine indignation upon me; changes and war are against me. ...
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Increases (24 Occurrences)

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Increaseth (21 Occurrences)

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Rejoicest (4 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 50:11 Because thou rejoicest, because thou exultest, O spoilers of Mine
inheritance, Because thou increasest as a heifer 'at' the tender grass, And ...
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Renewest (2 Occurrences)
... Renewest (2 Occurrences). Job 10:17 Thou renewest thy witnesses against me, and
increasest thine indignation upon me; changes and war are against me. ...
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Exultest (2 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 50:11 Because thou rejoicest, because thou exultest, O spoilers of Mine
inheritance, Because thou increasest as a heifer 'at' the tender grass, And ...
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Displeasure (12 Occurrences)
... (KJV WBS). Job 10:17 Thou renewest thy witnesses before me and increasest thy
displeasure against me; successions of evil and a time of toil are with me. (DBY). ...
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Spoilers (19 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 50:11 Because thou rejoicest, because thou exultest, O spoilers of Mine
inheritance, Because thou increasest as a heifer 'at' the tender grass, And ...
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Succeeding (7 Occurrences)
... (See NAS). Job 10:17 Thou renewest thy witnesses against me, And increasest thine
indignation upon me: Changes and warfare are with me. (See JPS). ...
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Successions (1 Occurrence)
... Job 10:17 Thou renewest thy witnesses before me and increasest thy displeasure against
me; successions of evil and a time of toil are with me. (DBY). ...
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