Encyclopedia entry
Affection
Feeling or emotion. Mention is made of “vile affections” (Rom. 1:26) and “inordinate affection” (Col. 3:5). Christians are exhorted to set their affections on things above (Col. 3:2). There is a distinction between natural and spiritual or gracious affections (Ezek. 33:32).
In the Bible
12
Verses where Affection is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).
- 1 Chronicles 29:3
Moreover, because of my delight in the house of my God, I now give for it my personal treasures of gold and silver, over and above all that I have provided for this holy temple:
- 2 Corinthians 6:12
It is not our affection, but yours, that is restrained.
- 2 Corinthians 7:15
And his affection for you is even greater when he remembers that you were all obedient as you welcomed him with fear and trembling.
- 2 Corinthians 9:14
And their prayers for you will express their affection for you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you.
- 2 Timothy 3:3
unloving, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, without love of good,
- Colossians 3:2
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
+6 more verses naming Affection.
Scripture on Affection
12
Entries that reference Affection
1
Voices on Affection
9
Surfaced by name match — accuracy varies by title clarity.
Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
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