timesχρόνος
chronos · Greek Noun
A reference to chronological periods or epochs in redemptive history, specifically referring to God's ordained schedule for the fulfillment of His promises.
seasonsκαιρός
kairos · Greek Noun
A fixed, definite, or opportune time; in a biblical context, it often refers to God’s appointed time for an event to occur in His plan.
day of the Lordκύριος
hemera kyriou · Greek Noun
The eschatological event when God intervenes in history to judge the wicked and vindicate His people, often associated with the return of Christ.
peaceεἰρήνη
eirene · Greek Noun
A state of absence of war or conflict; biblically, it refers to the spiritual harmony, restoration, and wholeness that comes from being reconciled to God.
securityἀσφάλεια
asphaleia · Greek Noun
Freedom from danger or anxiety; in a biblical context, it refers to a false sense of confidence or stability that is independent of God.
destructionὄλεθρος
olethros · Greek Noun
The final, irreversible ruin that comes upon those who reject God; it signifies the judgment of those who are found outside of Christ.
darknessσκότος
skotos · Greek Noun
A condition of spiritual blindness, ignorance of God, or moral corruption, often associated with life apart from the revelation of Christ.
children of lightφῶς
huioi photos · Greek Noun
Those who belong to God, manifesting His character and truth; it implies a nature transformed by the Gospel to live in accordance with God's holiness.
sleepκαθεύδωμεν
katheudōmen · Greek Verb
A state of spiritual apathy, moral carelessness, or lack of vigilance regarding the coming of the Lord. It signifies a failure to recognize the urgency of the present age.
keep awakeγρηγορῶμεν
grēgorōmen · Greek Verb
A state of moral and spiritual alertness, characterized by constant readiness for Christ's return and watchful attention to one's conduct.
be soberνήφωμεν
nēphōmen · Greek Verb
The state of being self-controlled, temperate, and clear-headed. It is the opposite of being intoxicated by the values of the world or spiritual lethargy.
nightνύξ
nyx · Greek Noun
A metaphor for the present evil age characterized by spiritual darkness, ignorance of God, and moral degradation.
dayἡμέρα
hēmera · Greek Noun
The sphere of light, truth, and righteousness brought by the gospel. Those who belong to the day have been brought out of darkness into communion with God.
faithπίστις
pistis · Greek Noun
The essential Christian response to God’s revelation; it is confident trust in Him and reliance on His promises. In the context of armor, it acts as a defensive protection against spiritual onslaught.
loveἀγάπη
agapē · Greek Noun
The fundamental Christian virtue, reflecting the character of God. It is sacrificial, self-giving action toward God and neighbor, serving as a vital component of spiritual protection.
hopeἐλπίς
elpis · Greek Noun
The confident, sure expectation of future deliverance and the final fulfillment of God's promises in Christ. It is not wishful thinking but a certainty rooted in God’s character.
salvationσωτηρία
sōtēria · Greek Noun
The comprehensive work of God in rescuing believers from sin, death, and the coming judgment, resulting in eternal life in fellowship with God.
wrathὀργή
orgē · Greek Noun
The righteous judgment of God against sin and rebellion. It refers to both the present consequences of sin and the ultimate, final outpouring of divine justice.
diedἀποθανόντι
apothanonti · Greek Verb
The act of Christ giving His life as a sacrifice for humanity. It is the atonement that satisfies God’s justice and reconciles believers to Him.
encourageπαρακαλεῖτε
parakaleite · Greek Verb
To exhort, comfort, or urge someone toward a particular action or state of mind; in a Christian context, it involves strengthening others through the gospel.
build...upοἰκοδομεῖτε
oikodomeite · Greek Verb
A metaphorical term used to describe the ongoing spiritual growth and establishment of the church community through mutual edification and reliance on Christ.
