Acquittal (7 Occurrences)

Romans 3:24
gaining acquittal from guilt by His free unpurchased grace through the deliverance which is found in Christ Jesus.
(WEY)

Romans 4:25
who was surrendered to death because of the offences we had committed, and was raised to life because of the acquittal secured for us.
(WEY)

Romans 5:16
And it is not with the gift as it was with the results of one individual's sin; for the judgement which one individual provoked resulted in condemnation, whereas the free gift after a multitude of transgressions results in acquittal.
(WEY)

Romans 5:18
It follows then that just as the result of a single transgression is a condemnation which extends to the whole race, so also the result of a single decree of righteousness is a life-giving acquittal which extends to the whole race.
(WEY RSV)

Galatians 2:17
But if while we are seeking in Christ acquittal from guilt we ourselves are convicted of sin, Christ then encourages us to sin! No, indeed.
(WEY)

Galatians 2:21
I do not nullify the grace of God; for if acquittal from guilt is obtainable through the Law, then Christ has died in vain."
(WEY)

Psalms 69:27
Charge them with crime upon crime. Don't let them come into your righteousness.
(See RSV)

Acquit (11 Occurrences)

Entirely (39 Occurrences)

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Drinkest (2 Occurrences)

Pronounce (47 Occurrences)

Deny (48 Occurrences)

Unless (102 Occurrences)

Acquittal (7 Occurrences)

Proclaiming (63 Occurrences)

Calamity (108 Occurrences)

Quit (12 Occurrences)

Unfaithful (58 Occurrences)

Rejoices (30 Occurrences)

Result (73 Occurrences)

Enjoy (68 Occurrences)

Perisheth (15 Occurrences)

Cessation (4 Occurrences)

Acquitteth (1 Occurrence)

Smiter (9 Occurrences)

Seducer

Seduce (8 Occurrences)

Scrutiny (3 Occurrences)

Susanna (1 Occurrence)

Becometh (82 Occurrences)

Reproached (27 Occurrences)

Ground (538 Occurrences)

Epistles (2 Occurrences)

Undergo (91 Occurrences)

Stand (542 Occurrences)

Mocking (25 Occurrences)

Sown (45 Occurrences)

Conscious (93 Occurrences)

Ananias (11 Occurrences)

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Multiplied (109 Occurrences)

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Giveth (378 Occurrences)

Rejoicing (90 Occurrences)

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Standing (334 Occurrences)

Declare (346 Occurrences)

Philippians (2 Occurrences)

History (57 Occurrences)

Joshua (211 Occurrences)

Heareth (137 Occurrences)

Discomfiture (6 Occurrences)

1. (n.) A discharge from an accusation; as, an acquittal from a charge of robbery.

2. (n.) A setting free, or deliverance from the charge of an offense, by verdict of a jury or sentence of a court.

1347. dikaiosis -- the act of pronouncing righteous, acquittal
... the act of pronouncing righteous, acquittal. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: dikaiosis Phonetic Spelling: (dik-ah'-yo-sis) Short Definition ...
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1345. dikaioma -- an ordinance, a sentence of acquittal or ...
... an ordinance, a sentence of acquittal or condemnation, a righteous deed. Part of
Speech: Noun, Neuter Transliteration: dikaioma Phonetic Spelling: (dik-ah'-yo ...
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5586. psephos -- a small smooth stone, a pebble
... From the same as pselaphao; a pebble (as worn smooth by handling), ie (by implication,
of use as a counter or ballot) a verdict (of acquittal) or ticket (of ...
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The Acquittal of Pelagius.
... A work on the proceedings of pelagius, Chapter 44 [XX.]"The Acquittal
of Pelagius. The synod said: "Now since we have received ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 44 xx the acquittal of.htm

Pelagius' Acquittal Becomes Suspected.
... A work on the proceedings of pelagius, Chapter 45 [XXI.]"Pelagius' Acquittal
Becomes Suspected. If these are the proceedings by ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 45 xxi pelagius acquittal becomes.htm

Pelagius by his Mendacity and Deception Stole his Acquittal from ...
... Book II. On Original Sin. Chapter 15 [XIV.]"Pelagius by His Mendacity and
Deception Stole His Acquittal from the Synod in Palestine. ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 15 xiv pelagius by his.htm

The Names on Aaron's Breastplate
... bear the judgment of the children of Israel upon his heart before the Lord.' Judgment
means a judicial sentence; in this case a judicial sentence of acquittal. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/the names on aarons breastplate.htm

The Servant's Triumph
... II. The Messiah's expectation of divine vindication and acquittal. III. ... II. The
Messiah's expectation of divine vindication and acquittal. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/the servants triumph.htm

The External History of the Pelagian Controversy.
... There is really no possibility of doubting, as any one will see who reads the
proceedings of the synod, that Pelagius obtained his acquittal here either by a ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/ii the external history of.htm

Christ Crucified.
... Pilate, recorded in all the Gospels.5. The first conference between Christ and Pilate
is recorded in John 18:33-38.6. Pilate's first acquittal; further charges ...
/.../johnson/the new testament commentary vol iii john/christ crucified.htm

To Baptism must be Referred all Remission of Sins, and the ...
... covered;" blessed is it "to which the Lord hath not imputed sin." [2186] But this,
which has received the remission, the covering, and the acquittal, even up ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 38 xxxiii to baptism must.htm

Introduction to Apologia Contra Arianos.
... Sec. 1-58). Having shewn the completeness of his acquittal, he next gives the evidence
upon which it was based. Accordingly the second part (Sec. Sec. ...
/.../introduction to apologia contra arianos.htm

An Obstinate Roman.
... To their utter astonishment and rage he says, "I find no fault in this man." It
is the judgment of a keen, critical, worldly Roman; an acquittal, the first ...
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Acquittal (7 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A discharge from an accusation; as, an
acquittal from a charge of robbery. ...Acquittal (7 Occurrences). ...
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Transgression (70 Occurrences)
... sin; for the judgement which one individual provoked resulted in condemnation, whereas
the free gift after a multitude of transgressions results in acquittal. ...
/t/transgression.htm - 29k

Result (73 Occurrences)
... sin; for the judgement which one individual provoked resulted in condemnation, whereas
the free gift after a multitude of transgressions results in acquittal. ...
/r/result.htm - 27k

Resulted (4 Occurrences)
... sin; for the judgement which one individual provoked resulted in condemnation, whereas
the free gift after a multitude of transgressions results in acquittal. ...
/r/resulted.htm - 7k

Appeal (30 Occurrences)
... premature. He throws away his chance of acquittal by Festus, and acts upon
the assumption that he has been already condemned. Acts ...
/a/appeal.htm - 20k

Guilt (180 Occurrences)
... Romans 3:24 gaining acquittal from guilt by His free unpurchased grace through
the deliverance which is found in Christ Jesus. (WEY). ...
/g/guilt.htm - 46k

Acquit (11 Occurrences)

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Acquitted (24 Occurrences)

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Arrest (22 Occurrences)
... THE ROMAN TRIAL 1. Taken before Pilate 2. Roman Law and Procedure 3. Full Trial
Not Desired 4. Final Accusation 5. Examination, Defence and Acquittal 6. Fresh ...
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Trial (45 Occurrences)
... THE ROMAN TRIAL 1. Taken before Pilate 2. Roman Law and Procedure 3. Full Trial
Not Desired 4. Final Accusation 5. Examination, Defence and Acquittal 6. Fresh ...
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Acquittal, in a biblical context, refers to the act of being declared free from guilt or blame. This concept is deeply rooted in the themes of justice, mercy, and redemption found throughout Scripture. The idea of acquittal is closely associated with God's forgiveness and the justification of believers through faith in Jesus Christ.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the concept of acquittal is often linked to the legal and sacrificial systems established by God for the Israelites. The Law, given through Moses, provided a framework for justice, including the acquittal of the innocent and the condemnation of the guilty. Deuteronomy 25:1 states, "If there is a dispute between men and they go to court, and the judges decide their case, they shall justify the righteous and condemn the wicked."

The sacrificial system also played a role in the acquittal of sin. Through the offering of sacrifices, the Israelites could receive atonement and be acquitted of their sins. Leviticus 4 outlines the procedures for sin offerings, which were intended to bring about forgiveness and cleansing from sin.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of acquittal takes on a more profound spiritual significance through the work of Jesus Christ. The apostle Paul, in his epistles, frequently addresses the theme of justification, which is closely related to acquittal. Romans 3:23-24 declares, "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus."

The death and resurrection of Jesus are central to the believer's acquittal. Through His sacrifice, Jesus bore the penalty for sin, allowing believers to be declared righteous before God. Romans 5:9 states, "Therefore, since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him!"

Theological Implications

Acquittal in the biblical sense is not merely a legal declaration but also a transformative act of grace. It signifies the believer's transition from a state of guilt and condemnation to one of righteousness and acceptance before God. This is made possible through faith in Jesus Christ, as emphasized in Galatians 2:16: "know that a man is not justified by works of the law, but by faith in Jesus Christ."

The doctrine of acquittal underscores the sufficiency of Christ's atoning work and the believer's reliance on divine grace rather than human merit. It assures believers of their standing before God and encourages them to live in the freedom and newness of life that comes from being acquitted of sin.

Practical Application

For Christians, the reality of acquittal through Christ has profound implications for daily living. It calls for a response of gratitude, obedience, and a commitment to live according to God's will. The assurance of acquittal empowers believers to approach God with confidence, as stated in Hebrews 4:16: "Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."

Furthermore, the concept of acquittal encourages believers to extend forgiveness and mercy to others, reflecting the grace they have received. As Jesus taught in the Lord's Prayer, "And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors" (Matthew 6:12).

In summary, acquittal is a foundational aspect of the Christian faith, highlighting the transformative power of God's grace and the believer's justified standing before Him through Jesus Christ.Why is God going to give us a white stone with a new name? | GotQuestions.org

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