Word for 2018-Abide
My word for 2018 is abide. I have this great picture over my fireplace made by a good friend that reminds me to abide each day. My understanding of abide is to "be with Jesus." What does it mean to abide? Here are some definitions to help us better understand the word. The Greek word "meno" which is a verb means "to stay". It can also be translated as abide, continue, dwell, endure, be present, remain, stand, tarry for. We will also see these in the Old Testament as well. Each week I will share a verse (or two) to help us better understand abiding. 5 sent messengers to Balaam the son of Beor at Pethor, which is near the River in the land of the people of Amaw, to call him, saying, “Behold, a people has come out of Egypt. They cover the face of the earth, and they are dwelling opposite me. (Numbers 22:5) 19 Encamp outside the camp seven days. Whoever of you has killed any person and whoever has touched any slain, purify yo...