The term "useth" is an archaic form of the verb "use," found in older translations of the Bible, such as the King James Version (KJV). In the context of the Bible, "useth" typically refers to the application or practice of something, often in a moral or spiritual sense. While the Berean Standard Bible does not use the term "useth," understanding its usage in biblical texts can provide insight into the practices and behaviors encouraged or discouraged in Scripture.

Biblical Context and Usage

1. Moral and Ethical Conduct: The term "useth" is often associated with the application of wisdom, knowledge, or spiritual gifts. For example, in the context of spiritual gifts, the Apostle Paul emphasizes the importance of using one's gifts for the edification of the church. Although the BSB uses more contemporary language, the principle remains that believers are to actively employ their God-given abilities for the benefit of others and the glory of God.

2. Practical Application of Wisdom: In Proverbs, wisdom is frequently personified and described as something to be actively pursued and applied. While the BSB translates these concepts with modern language, the underlying message is that wisdom is not merely to be acquired but to be used in daily life. Proverbs 15:2 states, "The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly." Here, the wise "use" their knowledge to speak truth and life.

3. Spiritual Discernment: The New Testament encourages believers to use discernment in their walk with Christ. Hebrews 5:14 says, "But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained their senses to distinguish good from evil." This passage highlights the importance of actively using discernment to grow in spiritual maturity.

4. Stewardship and Responsibility: The concept of stewardship is central to the biblical narrative, where believers are called to use their resources, time, and talents responsibly. In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Jesus illustrates the importance of using what God has entrusted to us wisely and diligently. The faithful servant is commended for using his talents to produce more, while the unfaithful servant is rebuked for failing to use his.

5. Love and Service: The Bible frequently calls believers to use their freedom in Christ to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13 states, "For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love." This passage underscores the principle that Christian liberty is not for self-indulgence but for selfless service.

Theological Implications

The use of one's abilities, resources, and opportunities is a recurring theme in Scripture, reflecting the broader biblical principles of stewardship, responsibility, and love. Believers are called to actively engage with their faith, applying biblical truths to their lives and communities. The concept of "useth," though archaic in language, remains relevant in its call to action and faithful living.

"By the Assay of this Falling we Shall have an High Marvellous ...
... AND in our spiritual forthbringing He useth more tenderness of keeping, without
any likeness: by as much as our soul is of more price in His sight. ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter lxi by the assay.htm

Thoughts Upon the Appearance of Christ the Sun of Righteousness ...
... upon his word. THUS he often useth the words, Hand, Eye, and the like,
to signify his own divine Perfections to us. And thus it ...
/.../private thoughts upon a christian life/thoughts upon the appearance of.htm

Truly we must Consider, that God Gives us Some Goods...
... These goods, therefore, which are necessary for the sake of something else, whoso
useth not for this purpose, wherefore they were instituted, sins; in some ...
/.../augustine/on the good of marriage/section 9 truly we must.htm

"That which was from the Beginning, which we have Heard, which we ...
... He useth an holy art in this preface. Being about to give a recapitulation
of the whole gospel, and to make a short summary of the ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon i that which was.htm

"And we all do Fade as a Leaf, and Our Iniquities, Like the Wind ...
... yet the Lord useth not to walk according to his own absoluteness,"he hath another
ordinary rule whereby he worketh, a rule of justice and equity. ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xvii and we all.htm

Knox's Book of Common Order.
... "When the congregation is assembled at the hour appointed, the Minister useth this
confession, or like in effect, exhorting the people diligently to examine ...
/.../johnston/presbyterian worship/chapter iii knoxs book of.htm

How Christ is to be Made Use Of, in Reference to Growing in Grace.
... means and duties aside, for then should they sin against God; they should prejudge
themselves of the help, strength, and supply, which God useth to convey to ...
/.../brown/christ the way the truth and the life/chapter vii how christ is.htm

"If we Say that we have no Sin, we Deceive Ourselves, and the ...
... As it useth to be said of an atheist, he feels that Divine majesty within his secret
thoughts and conscience which he denieth with his mouth, and he is often ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xvi if we say.htm

John viii. 31, 32
... them, and saith, "I know that ye are Abraham's seed." Yet this is not the matter
in question, and during the remainder of this speech He useth greater vehemence ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily liv john viii 31.htm

"He is the Rock, his Work is Perfect. For all his Ways are ...
... him openly, or speak in express terms against his holiness, yet, if we judge of
our own and other's practices and dispositions, as the Lord useth to construct ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon iii he is the.htm

Useth (9 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Useth (9 Occurrences). 1 Timothy 1:8 But we know
that the law is good, if a man useth it lawfully; (WBS). ...
/u/useth.htm - 8k

Auguries (4 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 18:10 There shall not be found among you he that maketh his son or his
daughter to pass through the fire, that useth divination, that useth auguries ...
/a/auguries.htm - 7k

Kindles (6 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 44:15 Then a man useth it for fuel; and he taketh thereof, and warmeth himself;
yea, he kindleth it, and baketh bread; yea, he maketh a god, and ...
/k/kindles.htm - 8k

Unskilful (1 Occurrence)
... Unskilful (1 Occurrence). Hebrews 5:13 For every one that useth milk is unskilful
in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (KJV). ...
/u/unskilful.htm - 6k

Unskillful (1 Occurrence)
... Unskillful (1 Occurrence). Hebrews 5:13 For every one that useth milk, is unskillful
in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. (WBS). ...
/u/unskillful.htm - 6k

Usest (1 Occurrence)

/u/usest.htm - 6k

Usher (1 Occurrence)

/u/usher.htm - 7k

Observer (3 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 18:10 There shall not be found among you any one that maketh his son
or his daughter to pass through the fire, or that useth divination, or an ...
/o/observer.htm - 8k

Wages (52 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah pronounces woe upon him who "useth his neighbor's service without wages,
and giveth him not his hire" (Jeremiah 22:13; the only place where the word ...
/w/wages.htm - 28k

Impudently (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Impudently (1 Occurrence). Proverbs 18:23 The poor
useth entreaties; But the rich answereth roughly. (See JPS). ...
/i/impudently.htm - 6k

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