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A delay in reaching a decision, or a reluctance to reach a decision, on account of uncertainty, caution or rebellion. Scripture provides examples of individuals who hesitate in the face of divine commands or promises, and indicates its dangers.
Lot Ge 19:16
Lot’s wife Ge 19:26 See also Ge 19:17; Lk 17:32
Moses Ex 3:11,13; Ex 4:1,10,13; Ex 6:12
Peter in obeying the Lord Ac 11:12 See also Ac 10:14-20
Other examples Israel on approaching the promised land: Nu 13:31-33; Nu 14:1-4
Jdg 6:36-40 Gideon; 1Ki 18:21 Israel in the time of Elijah; Jer 1:6 Jeremiah
Caleb Nu 13:30
Simon and Andrew Mt 4:18-20 pp Mk 1:16-18 pp Lk 5:10-11 pp Jn 1:40-42
Paul Ac 20:27 See also Ac 20:20
They should not hesitate to speak Isa 58:1
Jesus Christ commands immediate obedience Lk 9:62 See also Lk 9:57-60 pp Mt 8:19-22
To bring judgment Eze 24:14 See also Eze 12:25; Da 9:14
The delay in Jesus Christ’s return is not due to hesitation 2Pe 3:9
1310 | God as judge |
4924 | delay |
5186 | stumbling |
5884 | indecision |
6221 | rebellion |
8120 | following Christ |
8453 | obedience |
8721 | doubt |