3 occurrences

'Purpose' in the Bible

even before they were born or had done anything good or bad (so that God's purpose in election would stand, not by works but by his calling) --

Verse ConceptsElection, Characteristics OfGood Or BadBirthChosen Disciples

For the scripture says to Pharaoh: "For this very purpose I have raised you up, that I may demonstrate my power in you, and that my name may be proclaimed in all the earth."

Verse ConceptsDivine PurposesGod, Purpose OfGuidance, God's Promises OfKingsProclaiming God’s NameGod Showed His PowerScripture SaysWhy God Did ThingsNew Testament Claiming Old Testament Is InspiredDivinityPurpose

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Strong's
Root Form
Definition
Usage
βουλεύω 
Bouleuo 
Usage: 7

βούλημα 
Boulema 
purpose , will
Usage: 2

γνώμη 
Gnome 
judgment , mind , purpose 9 , advice , will , agree 9
Usage: 9

προαιρέομαι 
Proaireomai 
Usage: 1

πρόθεσις 
Prothesis 
Usage: 9

προτίθεμαι 
Protithemai 
Usage: 3

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