In a general sense, denotes immutability, or invariableness. When applied to the human mind, it is a steady adherence to those schemes and resolutions which have been maturely formed; the effect of which is, that a man never drops a good design out of fear, and is consistent with himself in all his words and actions. Constancy is more particularly required of us.
1. In our devotions, Luke 18:1 . 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 .
2. Under our sufferings, Matthew 5:12-13 . 1 Peter 4:12-13 .
3. In our profession and character, Hebrews 10:23 .
4. In our beneficence, Galatians 6:9 .
5. In our friendships, Proverbs 27:10 .
Despite a stated reliance on the plain meaning of the Bible and the dictates of common sense, Buck's Theological Dictionary, first published in London in 1802, seeks to provide a textual basis for the evangelical community. By combining brief essays on orthodox belief and practice with historical entries on various denominations, Buck provided an interpretive lens that allowed antebellum Protestants to see Christianity's almost two millennia as their own history.Wikipedia
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