Imputation
Imputation is the reckoning or charging of something to a person’s account. In Christian theology it describes Adam’s sin reckoned to humanity, believers’ sins borne by Christ, and Christ’s righteousness counted for believers.
Bible Dictionary
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IMRI
Imri was the name of a Judahite and also of the father of Zaccur, a man who helped rebuild Jerusalem’s wall under Nehemiah.
IN
In is a preposition expressing location, time, condition, association, means, or other relationships. Biblical translations sometimes render the underlying Hebrew or Greek expressions with words such as “by,” “among,” “upon,” or “through.”
IN THE LORD
“In the Lord” describes the believer’s union and fellowship with Jesus Christ. It marks the source, character, and sphere of Christian conduct, unity, service, and relationships.
Incarnation
The incarnation is the gracious act by which the eternal Son took human nature. Jesus Christ is one divine Person with both divine and human natures, united without confusion or separation.
Incense
Incense was a fragrant mixture burned in Israel’s tabernacle and temple worship according to God’s prescribed directions. Its rising fragrance symbolized prayer offered before God.
INCONTINENCY
Incontinency means lack of self-control, especially sexual self-control. In 1 Corinthians 7:5 it refers to unchastity or inability to exercise continence within marriage.
INCREASE
Increase means growth or increase in quantity. Scripture uses it for crops, offspring, herds, wealth, and the spiritual growth of believers and the church.
India
India is mentioned in Esther as the eastern limit of the Persian king’s dominion. The biblical reference most likely concerns the region around the Indus River, including the Punjab.
INDITE
Indite is an obsolete word meaning to compose or pour out in writing. In Psalm 45 it describes the heart overflowing with a good and noble matter.
INFIRMITY
Infirmity may mean bodily sickness, physical weakness, or moral and spiritual weakness. Scripture also uses the term for human frailty that calls for compassion and help.
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