Imploring (8 Occurrences)

Matthew 8:5
When he came into Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking him,
(See NAS)

Matthew 18:26
The servant therefore fell down and kneeled before him, saying,'Lord, have patience with me, and I will repay you all!'
(See RSV)

Mark 5:18
As he was entering into the boat, he who had been possessed by demons begged him that he might be with him.
(See NAS)

Luke 8:31
They begged him that he would not command them to go into the abyss.
(See NAS)

John 4:47
When he heard that Jesus had come out of Judea into Galilee, he went to him, and begged him that he would come down and heal his son, for he was at the point of death.
(See NAS)

Acts 9:38
As Lydda was near Joppa, the disciples, hearing that Peter was there, sent two men to him, imploring him not to delay in coming to them.
(WEB NAS)

1 Thessalonians 2:11
As you know, we exhorted, comforted, and implored every one of you, as a father does his own children,
(See NAS)

1 Thessalonians 2:12
and imploring you to live lives worthy of fellowship with God who is inviting you to share His own Kingship and glory.
(WEY)

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1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Implore.

2. (a.) That implores; beseeching; entreating.

3870. parakaleo -- to call to or for, to exhort, to encourage
... 1), exhort (8), exhortation* (1), exhortations (1), exhorted (2), exhorting (3),
exhorts (1), given (1), implore (4), implored (9), imploring (5), invited (2 ...
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3143. marturomai -- to summon as witness, to affirm
... Word Origin from martus Definition to summon as witness, to affirm NASB Word
Usage affirm (1), imploring (1), testify (2), testifying (1). ...
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2065. erotao -- to ask, question
... to ask, question NASB Word Usage ask (15), ask a question (1), asked (14), asking
(11), asks (3), beg (1), begging (1), implored (1), imploring (1), make ...
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Imploring the Constant Presence of God.
... DEVOUT EXERCISES. 448. " Imploring the constant Presence of God. 448. LM
Sir Walter Scott. Imploring the constant Presence of God. ...
/.../adams/hymns for christian devotion/448 imploring the constant.htm

Imploring Forgiveness and Renewal of Heart.
... REPENTANCE AND REFORMATION. 325. " Imploring Forgiveness and Renewal of Heart. 325.
LM6l. Wesley's Coll. Imploring Forgiveness and Renewal of Heart. ...
/.../adams/hymns for christian devotion/325 imploring forgiveness and.htm

How Christ Appeared to Brother John of Alvernia
... Now this trial lasted several days, during which time he persevered in prayer, weeping
and sighing, and imploring the Lord to take pity on his soul, and ...
/.../the little flowers of st francis of assisi/chapter xlix how christ appeared.htm

Crumbs and the Bread
... The key to its meaning lies in the contrast between the single cure of the woman's
demoniac daughter, obtained after so long imploring, and the spontaneous ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/crumbs and the bread.htm

The Entreaties of God
... Well, think of the tears of imploring love which fell from Christ's eyes as He looked
across the valley from Olivet, and saw the Temple glittering in the early ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/the entreaties of god.htm

The Mystery
... enemies with the shafts of the Word; whilst they are denouncing the wrath of God
impending over the violators of his ministers, or imploring vengeance with ...
//christianbookshelf.org/mede/a key to the apocalypse/the mystery.htm

Parental Duties Considered and Urged.
... When children witness a parent daily looking up to heaven, and fervently imploring
the divine blessing on himself and them"when they hear him humbly ...
/.../sermon xxii parental duties considered.htm

Close of the Colonial Era --The German Churches --The Beginnings ...
... In 1733 three great Lutheran congregations in Pennsylvania, numbering five hundred
families each, sent messengers with an imploring petition to their ...
/.../bacon/a history of american christianity/chapter xii close of the.htm

Hymns for Christian Devotion
... The Prodigal's Return. 325. -- Imploring Forgiveness and Renewal of Heart. 326. ... Come,
let us Pray. 448. -- Imploring the constant Presence of God. 449. ...
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Thoughts Upon the Knowledge of G0D.
... manner as the Constitutions of our Church directs, humbly confessing their manifold
Sins against God, begging Mercy and Pardon from him, imploring his Favour ...
/.../private thoughts upon a christian life/thoughts upon the knowledge of.htm

Imploring (8 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Imploring (8 Occurrences). Matthew 8:5 When he came
into Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking him, (See NAS). ...
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Implored (13 Occurrences)

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Kingship (17 Occurrences)
... (WEY). 1 Thessalonians 2:12 and imploring you to live lives worthy of fellowship
with God who is inviting you to share His own Kingship and glory. (WEY). ...
/k/kingship.htm - 11k

Urged (44 Occurrences)
... Acts 9:38 As Lydda was near Joppa, the disciples, hearing that Peter was there,
sent two men to him, imploring him not to delay in coming to them. (See NIV). ...
/u/urged.htm - 19k

Inviting (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Thessalonians 2:12 and imploring you to live lives worthy of fellowship with God
who is inviting you to share His own Kingship and glory. (WEY). ...
/i/inviting.htm - 7k

Imply (3 Occurrences)

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Delay (47 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Acts 9:38 As Lydda was near Joppa, the disciples, hearing that Peter was
there, sent two men to him, imploring him not to delay in coming to them. ...
/d/delay.htm - 21k

Pilate (60 Occurrences)
... But at this moment his wife (Claudia Procula) sent a message to him imploring him
to have nothing to do with the "just person." Pilate's feelings of perplexity ...
/p/pilate.htm - 53k

Pontius (4 Occurrences)
... But at this moment his wife (Claudia Procula) sent a message to him imploring him
to have nothing to do with the "just person." Pilate's feelings of perplexity ...
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Blessing (357 Occurrences)
... 3. (n.) A declaration of divine favor, or an invocation imploring divine favor on
some or something; a benediction; a wish of happiness pronounces. ...
/b/blessing.htm - 38k

Imploring, in the biblical context, refers to the act of earnestly pleading or begging, often in prayer or supplication. This concept is deeply rooted in the Scriptures, where individuals and groups are frequently depicted as imploring God for mercy, guidance, deliverance, or intervention in times of distress.

Old Testament Instances

In the Old Testament, imploring is often associated with prayer and supplication. One notable example is found in the account of Hannah, the mother of Samuel. In 1 Samuel 1:10-11 (BSB), Hannah is described as being "deeply distressed" and "weeping bitterly" as she implores the LORD for a child, vowing to dedicate him to the LORD's service. Her earnest plea is heard, and God grants her request, demonstrating His responsiveness to sincere supplication.

The Psalms also contain numerous instances of imploring. David, in particular, frequently implores God for help and deliverance. In Psalm 86:6-7 (BSB), David writes, "Give ear, O LORD, to my prayer, and attend to my plea for mercy. In the day of my distress I call on You, because You answer me." This passage highlights the trust and faith that accompany the act of imploring, as the supplicant believes in God's willingness to respond.

New Testament Examples

In the New Testament, imploring is often seen in the context of individuals seeking healing or deliverance from Jesus. In Mark 5:22-23 (BSB), Jairus, a synagogue leader, falls at Jesus' feet and implores Him earnestly to heal his dying daughter. This act of imploring is marked by humility and desperation, reflecting a deep faith in Jesus' power to heal.

Another significant instance is found in the parable of the persistent widow in Luke 18:1-8 (BSB). Jesus uses this parable to teach about the importance of persistent prayer, illustrating how the widow's relentless imploring leads to justice being served. This account underscores the value of perseverance in prayer and the assurance that God hears and responds to the cries of His people.

Theological Significance

Imploring in the Bible is not merely an act of desperation but a demonstration of faith and dependence on God. It acknowledges human limitations and the need for divine intervention. The act of imploring is often accompanied by humility, repentance, and a recognition of God's sovereignty and mercy.

Theologically, imploring is an expression of the believer's relationship with God, characterized by trust and hope. It is a reminder of the believer's reliance on God's grace and the assurance that He is attentive to the prayers of His people. As seen throughout Scripture, God responds to those who earnestly seek Him, providing comfort, guidance, and deliverance according to His will and purpose.Is there any scriptural basis for praying on behalf of the unsaved? | GotQuestions.org

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