Bible Dictionary and Concordance


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spiritualMystical, unworldly, nonphysical, transcendent. Of, relating to, or affecting the human spirit or soul. DTP The disciple is to walk a walk where he is guided and directed daily by the Holy Spirit.
spiritual battleThe disciple of Christ is involved in a daily spiritual battle with Satan and his army and we must make sure that we start each day covered with Christ's righteousness, putting on the full armour of God; we are engaged in a real battle of life and death. This why we must dwell in the Word of God and to be continually in prayer; this is the only way we can overcome the trials and struggles of this world. The biggest battleground is that one that takes place between the head and the heart, between my will and God's will for my life. (See spiritual war/ warfare, spiritual battle; 2 Cor 10:4; 1 Tim 1:18)
spiritual giftsThese are gifts or abilities given by the Holy Spirit for personal edification and for benefit of the church, Christ's body. (See Rom 12:6-8; 1 Cor 12:8-10; Eph 4:11; 1 Pet 4:10-11 for various lists of these gifts). The main purpose of gifts is to be able to empower the disciple to serve Christ and His church; all gifts should function on the basis of the Fruit of the Spirit.
spiritual warfareThe disciple of Christ is involved in daily spiritual warfare with Satan and his army; disciples must ensure that each day begins by being covered with Christ's righteousness; the full armour of God must be donned because we are in a real battle of life and death. Because of this very real battle, we must immerse ourselves in the Word of God and continually be in prayer; this is the only way we can overcome the trials and struggles of this world. (See Eph 6:10-20)
spotA blemish or a mark on a garment, something obviously dirty or unattractive, a stain, a fault or a reproach to others. DTP Christ is coming for a church that is pure and clean, a church that has been washed in His blood.
sprinkleTo scatter in drops, to distribute something randomly. The blood of the lamb was sprinkled on the mercy seat in the Holy of Holies, representing covering/forgiveness of individual and national sin.
staffA sturdy stick used as an aid in walking, often used by shepherds to assist in herding and comforting the flock. Usually with a curve at the top end, it could be used to retrieve sheep that had fallen in a hole or over a cliff. In some cases it (See Psalm 23) it also demonstrated the power, authority and protection of the one who held this instrument.
standHaving or maintaining an upright position, to be at attention, not moving, to be firm in one place.
standardA conspicuous flag or banner emblematic of a tribe, a king or a country. Often colourful, it proclaimed to whom the bearers belonged and for whom they were fighting. DTP We as disciples are to lift up the standard of Christ, that all may see that we belong to, and fight for, Him as our King and Lord. We should not be afraid but have faith to lift up the standard of Christ before Satan. Greater is he that lives within us than he that lives in the world.
standardbearerOne who carries and holds up the flag or standard of an advancing army. The flag showed the colours or emblem of the army for which the soldiers were fighting. If the standard bearer fell or was killed, another would take his place.
starA heavenly body in the sky, an incandescent body that gives off light. DTP As a star gives of light and energy, Jesus is our bright and morning star. We need to reflect His light to a needy world. It was a special star that led the wise men to Jesus where they recognized Him as the Son of God.
statuteA written law or command or decree of man or God, a rule by which people are to live. This word is used mostly in the Old Testament, meaning a formal regulation. The people were to be obedient to the laws, commandments and statutes of God. Disobedience could bring severe personal or family punishment.
steadfast / steadfastly / steadfastnessResolutely firm, unwavering, not movable, firmly planted in one place, totally confident in the faith by which one lives. DTP The disciple needs to be firmly anchored in Christ and His Word. Neither this world or the enemies of Christ can make us move from what we believe... that Christ Jesus is the only Saviour, Redeemer and Deliver for all mankind.
stealTo take something that belongs to another, not to pay for, to rob from another person or place.
steward / stewardshipA person who is employed to manage another's property. Wisdom is vital as the employer's entrustment of various properties or finances/profits is at stake. DTP As disciples, we are to be good stewards with that which God has entrusted to us. We die to all that is ours and now we use it all to serve Him; it is no longer ours, but He gives it back to us "in trust" so that we can use it to bear fruit and bring glory to His name. (See Rom 12:1-2; Matt 15:14-46)
stirTo blend together, to mix, stimulation, mingle.
stoneThe hard, solid, nonmetallic mineral material of which rock is made. Depending on rarity and beauty, stones/gems are considered precious. DTP Jesus was proclaimed to be the Chief Corner Stone that the builders had rejected, but the Father made Him the One upon Whom the church would be built. He also would become a stumbling block to non-believers and to those who would turn their backs upon Him.
straightA direct way between two points, something that has no bends in it, something that stands straight up and down vertically or horizontally.
strangerForeigner, alien, outsider, visitor, a person who is unknown, someone from another city or country. DTP God has not closed the door to strangers and aliens but through Jesus Christ has opened a way whereby all may come into freedom and everlasting life.
strength/ strengthenTo have might and power, solid in one's belief and charer, firmness. DTP We as a disciple can have strength but not in our strength and ability, but through Jesus Christ. He is our strength and hope and as we look to Him, He is the one makes it possible through Jesus Christ.
strifeDissension, trouble, conflict, discord, friction, fight, war, battle.
stripesThe bloody tears/scars left after a whipping. Jesus told the disciple that by His stripes (because of His whipping that He took) we would be healed. Everything that He suffered and went through for us was motivated by love.
strive / strove / strivenStruggle, endeavour, attempt, try, go all out, do your utmost, make every effort. DTP The disciple always strives to move forward, to exert effort to do what is right according to God's call and will. All that we do for the Lord takes effort and determination to move ahead.
strongHaving the power to perform demanding physical tasks or having great influence. Able to withstand great force or pressure. DTP Our strength as disciples does not come because of who we are, but our strength comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth. I am strong because He is strong and I have given my life totally to Him. The good news is that when I am weak, He is strong, and He can impart that strength to us for His purposes.
strongholdA place or cause that is secure and fortified, able to withstand an attack. DTP Christ has enabled us to pull down the strongholds of the enemy; breaking the cords and chains that bind people. Our faith in Christ has made us overcomers (Rom 12:1; 1 John 5:4). Satan and his army are a defeated foe.