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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Readiness</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/r/readiness.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/luke/12-35.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/r/readiness.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Readiness</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/r/readily.htm" title="Readily">◄</a> Readiness <a href="/topical/r/readiness_and_alertness.htm" title="Readiness and Alertness">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#web" title="Webster's Dictionary">Webster's</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#grk" title="Strong's Greek Concordance">Greek</a> • <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Concept</b> <br>Readiness, in a biblical context, refers to a state of being prepared, willing, and eager to act or respond, particularly in spiritual matters. It encompasses both a mental and spiritual preparedness to follow God's will, engage in good works, and respond to the needs of others. This concept is deeply rooted in the Christian life, emphasizing vigilance, alertness, and a proactive stance in faith and practice.<br><br><b>Biblical References</b><br><br>1. <b>Spiritual Readiness</b> <br> Spiritual readiness is a recurring theme in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to be prepared for the return of Christ and to live in a manner worthy of their calling. In <a href="/matthew/24-44.htm">Matthew 24:44</a>, Jesus instructs, "For this reason, you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour you do not expect." This verse underscores the importance of living in a constant state of readiness for the Lord's return.<br><br>2. <b>Readiness to Serve</b> <br> The Apostle Paul frequently speaks of readiness in the context of service and good works. In <a href="/2_timothy/4-2.htm">2 Timothy 4:2</a>, he exhorts Timothy to "preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke, and encourage with great patience and careful instruction." This readiness involves being equipped and willing to serve God and others at all times.<br><br>3. <b>Readiness to Give</b> <br> Readiness also pertains to generosity and the willingness to give. In <a href="/2_corinthians/9-2.htm">2 Corinthians 9:2</a>, Paul commends the Macedonian churches for their eagerness to help, saying, "For I know your eagerness to help, and I have been boasting about it to the Macedonians, telling them that since last year you in Achaia were ready to give; and your zeal has stirred most of them to do likewise." This reflects a heart prepared to contribute to the needs of others.<br><br>4. <b>Readiness for Battle</b> <br> The metaphor of spiritual warfare is used to describe the Christian life, where readiness is crucial. <a href="/ephesians/6-15.htm">Ephesians 6:15</a> speaks of the "readiness of the gospel of peace" as part of the armor of God, indicating that believers must be prepared to stand firm in their faith and proclaim the gospel.<br><br><b>Theological Implications</b><br><br>Readiness is not merely a passive state but an active engagement with one's faith. It involves a conscious decision to align one's life with God's purposes and to be alert to His leading. This readiness is cultivated through prayer, study of Scripture, and a life of obedience and service. It reflects a heart that is attuned to the Holy Spirit and responsive to God's call.<br><br><b>Practical Applications</b><br><br>1. <b>Vigilance in Prayer and Study</b> <br> Believers are encouraged to maintain a disciplined life of prayer and study of the Word to remain spiritually alert and ready for God's direction.<br><br>2. <b>Active Participation in the Church</b> <br> Readiness involves being actively involved in the life of the church, using one's gifts and talents to serve the body of Christ and the wider community.<br><br>3. <b>Preparedness for Christ's Return</b> <br> Christians are called to live with an eternal perspective, always ready for the return of Christ, which influences their daily decisions and priorities.<br><br>4. <b>Generosity and Service</b> <br> A readiness to give and serve reflects the love of Christ and is a tangible expression of faith in action. Believers are encouraged to be generous with their time, resources, and talents.<br><br>In summary, readiness in the biblical sense is a comprehensive preparedness that encompasses spiritual alertness, a willingness to serve, and an eagerness to give, all rooted in a deep commitment to following Christ.<a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>(<I>n.</I>) The state or quality of being ready; preparation; promptness; aptitude; willingness.<a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/4288.htm"><span class="l">4288. prothumia -- eagerness</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: prothumia Phonetic Spelling:<br> (proth-oo-mee'-ah) Short Definition: inclination, <b>readiness</b> Definition: inclination <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4288.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/2091.htm"><span class="l">2091. hetoimasia -- preparation</span></a> <br><b>...</b> of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: hetoimasia Phonetic Spelling:<br> (het-oy-mas-ee'-ah) Short Definition: preparation, <b>readiness</b> Definition: foundation <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2091.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/2054.htm"><span class="l">2054. eris -- strife</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 2054 (a primitive word, dictionary) -- literally quarrel, strife; properly, a<br> <b>readiness</b> to quarrel (having a spirit), affection for dispute. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2054.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/2093.htm"><span class="l">2093. hetoimos -- readily</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Word Origin adverb from hetoimos Definition readily NASB Word Usage ready (3). ready.<br> Adverb from hetoimos; in <b>readiness</b> -- ready. see GREEK hetoimos. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2093.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/2432.htm"><span class="l">2432. hilarotes -- cheerfulness</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Cognate: 2432 (a noun, derived from 2431 , "already won over, approving") -- "cheerful<br> <b>readiness</b>" (J. Thayer), ie the attitude that is ready to respond from a <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2432.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/3904.htm"><span class="l">3904. paraskeue -- preparation, the day of preparation (for a <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> preparation. As if from paraskeuazo; <b>readiness</b> -- preparation. see GREEK paraskeuazo.<br> (paraskeue) -- 3 Occurrences. (paraskeuen) -- 2 Occurrences. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3904.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/4024.htm"><span class="l">4024. perizonnumi -- to gird</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Word Origin from peri and zonnumi Definition to gird NASB Word Usage clothe<br> (1), dressed in <b>readiness</b> (1), gird (1), girded (3). gird. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4024.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/6261.htm"><span class="l">6261. itti -- timely, ready</span></a><br><b>...</b> 6260, 6261. itti. 6262 . timely, ready. Transliteration: itti Phonetic<br> Spelling: (it-tee') Short Definition: <b>readiness</b>. Word Origin <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/6261.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/4117.htm"><span class="l">4117. mahar -- to acquire by paying a purchase price</span></a><br><b>...</b> A primitive root (perhaps rather the same as mahar through the idea of <b>readiness</b><br> in assent); to bargain (for a wife), ie To wed -- endow, X surely. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/4117.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/2818.htm"><span class="l">2818. chashach -- to need</span></a><br><b>...</b> careful, have need of. (Aramaic) a collateral root to one corresponding to chuwsh<br> in the sense of <b>readiness</b>; to be necessary (from the idea of convenience) or <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/2818.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/sherman/the_childrens_bible/gods_readiness_to_answer_prayer.htm"><span class="l">God's <b>Readiness</b> to Answer Prayer</span></a> <br><b>...</b> THE NEW TESTAMENT GOD'S <b>READINESS</b> TO ANSWER PRAYER. Jesus said: "Ask and<br> you will receive, seek and you will find, knock and the <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../sherman/the childrens bible/gods readiness to answer prayer.htm</font><p><a href="/library/allen/autobiography_of_frank_g_allen_minister_of_the_gospel/chapter_iv_fun_and_mischief.htm"><span class="l">Fun and Mischief. His Little Cousin and the "Gnats. " the Aurora <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> Another Bee Scrape. Justification by Faith alone. <b>Readiness</b> to Fight. Love of Justice. <b>...</b><br> Justification by Faith alone. <b>Readiness</b> to Fight. Love of Justice. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter iv fun and mischief.htm</font><p><a href="/library/scholasticus/the_ecclesiastical_history_of_scholasticus/chapter_xxii_of_sisinnius_bishop_of.htm"><span class="l">Of Sisinnius Bishop of the Novatians. His <b>Readiness</b> at Repartee.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Book VI. Chapter XXII."Of Sisinnius Bishop of the Novatians. His <b>Readiness</b><br> at Repartee. It will not be out of place here, I conceive <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter xxii of sisinnius bishop of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_b/they_that_were_ready.htm"><span class="l">'They that were Ready'</span></a> <br><b>...</b> I. What makes <b>readiness</b>? There have been many answers given to that question. <b>...</b><br> The five who had lamps and oil. To have these was <b>readiness</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/they that were ready.htm</font><p><a href="/library/chrysostom/homilies_on_the_epistles_of_paul_to_the_corinthians/homily_xvii_2_cor_viii.htm"><span class="l">2 Cor. viii. 7</span></a> <br><b>...</b> "That as there was the <b>readiness</b> to will, so also [there may be] the completion<br> also out of your ability.". That this good work halt <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xvii 2 cor viii.htm</font><p><a href="/library/basil/basil_letters_and_select_works/letter_cxcix_canonica_secunda.htm"><span class="l">Letter cxcix. Canonica Secunda.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> When you thus learn the causes of my delay, forgive me. I have been quite<br> astonished at your <b>readiness</b> to learn and at your humility. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../basil/basil letters and select works/letter cxcix canonica secunda.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_b/the_waiting_maidens.htm"><span class="l">The Waiting Maidens</span></a> <br><b>...</b> faithful, wise dispensing of his lord's goods, and not his watchfulness, which was<br> the point of the eulogium passed on him, so here it is the <b>readiness</b> of the <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture b/the waiting maidens.htm</font><p><a href="/library/chrysostom/homilies_on_the_epistles_of_paul_to_the_corinthians/homily_xviii_2_cor_viii.htm"><span class="l">2 Cor. viii. 16</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Then he adds,. "To the glory of the same Lord, and to show your <b>readiness</b> [832] ."<br> What he means is this: We thought good,' he says, that he should be chosen <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xviii 2 cor viii.htm</font><p><a href="/library/binning/the_works_of_the_rev_hugh_binning/sermon_xxvii_and_he_is.htm"><span class="l">"And He is the Propitiation,"</span></a> <br><b>...</b> difficulty to attain to a solid and quieting persuasion of the grounds of the gospel:<br> they would find much ado to settle that point of the <b>readiness</b> of God, to <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xxvii and he is.htm</font><p><a href="/library/spurgeon/spurgeons_sermons_volume_42_1896/jacob_and_doubting_soulsa_parallel.htm"><span class="l">Jacob and Doubting Souls --A Parallel</span></a> <br><b>...</b> I wish that <b>readiness</b> to believe the dark sayings could be turned to an equal<br> <b>readiness</b> to receive the consolations of the Word of God. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../spurgeons sermons volume 42 1896/jacob and doubting soulsa parallel.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/r/readiness.htm"><span class="l"><b>Readiness</b> (17 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b><b>Readiness</b> (17 Occurrences). <b>...</b> 1 Corinthians 1:5 that you have been so richly blessed<br> in Him, with <b>readiness</b> of speech and fulness of knowledge. (WEY). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/readiness.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/forwardness.htm"><span class="l">Forwardness (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The quality of being forward; cheerful <b>readiness</b>;<br> promptness; as, the forwardness of Christians in propagating the gospel. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/forwardness.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/forward.htm"><span class="l">Forward (252 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> affairs. As an adjective it has the sense of "<b>readiness</b>," "willingness,"<br> etc. The adverb only is found in the Old Testament. It <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/forward.htm - 42k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zeal.htm"><span class="l">Zeal (45 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 2 Corinthians 8:7 Yes, just as you are already very rich in faith, <b>readiness</b> of<br> speech, knowledge, unwearied zeal, and in the love that is in you, implanted by <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zeal.htm - 21k</font><p><a href="/topical/w/willingness.htm"><span class="l">Willingness (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (n.) The quality or state of being willing; free choice or consent of the will;<br> freedom from reluctance; <b>readiness</b> of the mind to do or forbear. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/w/willingness.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/fit.htm"><span class="l">Fit (47 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 6. (vt) To make fit or suitable; to adapt to the purpose intended; to qualify;<br> to put into a condition of <b>readiness</b> or preparation. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/fit.htm - 23k</font><p><a href="/topical/e/eagerness.htm"><span class="l">Eagerness (6 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Acts 17:11 Now these were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received<br> the word with all <b>readiness</b> of the mind, examining the Scriptures daily <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/e/eagerness.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/r/readily.htm"><span class="l">Readily (22 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/r/readily.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/judgement.htm"><span class="l">Judgement (68 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> God did not spare angels when they had sinned, but hurling them down to Tartarus<br> consigned them to caves of darkness, keeping them in <b>readiness</b> for judgement. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/judgement.htm - 26k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/thessalonica.htm"><span class="l">Thessalonica (8 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> The Berean Jews showed a greater <b>readiness</b> to examine the new teaching than those<br> of Thessalonica, and the work of the apostle was more fruitful there, both <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/thessalonica.htm - 25k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/gospel-of-peace.html">What is the readiness of the gospel of peace (Ephesians 6:15)? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/helmet-of-salvation.html">What is the helmet of salvation (Ephesians 6:17)? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/breastplate-of-righteousness.html">What is the breastplate of righteousness (Ephesians 6:14)? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://clyx.com/term/readiness.htm">Readiness: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Readiness (17 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/luke/12-35.htm">Luke 12:35</a></span><br />Be ready, dressed as for a journey, with your lights burning.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/acts/17-11.htm">Acts 17:11</a></span><br />Now these were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> of the mind, examining the Scriptures daily to see whether these things were so.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_corinthians/1-5.htm">1 Corinthians 1:5</a></span><br />that you have been so richly blessed in Him, with <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> of speech and fulness of knowledge.<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-9.htm">1 Corinthians 2:9</a></span><br />But--to use the words of Scripture--we speak of things which eye has not seen nor ear heard, and which have never entered the heart of man: all that God has in <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> for them that love Him.<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-7.htm">2 Corinthians 8:7</a></span><br />Yes, just as you are already very rich in faith, <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> of speech, knowledge, unwearied zeal, and in the love that is in you, implanted by us, see to it that this grace of liberal giving also flourishes in you.<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-11.htm">2 Corinthians 8:11</a></span><br />But now complete the doing also, that as there was the <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> to be willing, so there may be the completion also out of your ability.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-12.htm">2 Corinthians 8:12</a></span><br />For if the <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> is there, it is acceptable according to what you have, not according to what you don't have.<br /><span class="source">(WEB ASV DBY NAS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19</a></span><br />Not only so, but who was also appointed by the assemblies to travel with us in this grace, which is served by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and to show our <span class="boldtext">readiness</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB ASV DBY NAS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_corinthians/9-2.htm">2 Corinthians 9:2</a></span><br />for I know your <span class="boldtext">readiness</span>, of which I boast on your behalf to them of Macedonia, that Achaia has been prepared for a year past. Your zeal has stirred up very many of them.<br /><span class="source">(WEB ASV DBY YLT NAS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_corinthians/10-6.htm">2 Corinthians 10:6</a></span><br />and being in <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> to avenge all disobedience, when your obedience will be made full.<br /><span class="source">(WEB KJV WEY ASV DBY WBS YLT)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ephesians/6-15.htm">Ephesians 6:15</a></span><br />Be ready with the good news of peace as shoes on your feet; <br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_peter/2-4.htm">2 Peter 2:4</a></span><br />For God did not spare angels when they had sinned, but hurling them down to Tartarus consigned them to caves of darkness, keeping them in <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> for judgement.<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_peter/2-9.htm">2 Peter 2:9</a></span><br />Since all this is so, the Lord knows how to rescue godly men from temptation, and on the other hand how to keep the unrighteous under punishment in <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> for the Day of Judgement,<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/revelation/9-15.htm">Revelation 9:15</a></span><br />And the four angels who had been kept in <span class="boldtext">readiness</span> for that hour, day, month, and year, were set at liberty, so that they might kill a third part of mankind.<br /><span class="source">(WEY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/leviticus/16-21.htm">Leviticus 16:21</a></span><br />Aaron shall lay both his hands on the head of the live goat, and confess over him all the iniquities of the children of Israel, and all their transgressions, even all their sins; and he shall put them on the head of the goat, and shall send him away into the wilderness by the hand of a man who is in <span class="boldtext">readiness</span>.<br /><span class="source">(WEB ASV NAS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/joshua/8-4.htm">Joshua 8:4</a></span><br />And he commanded them, saying: 'Behold, ye shall lie in ambush against the city, behind the city; go not very far from the city, but be ye all ready.<br /><span class="source">(See RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ezekiel/21-15.htm">Ezekiel 21:15</a></span><br />In order that hearts may become soft, and the number of those who are falling may be increased, I have sent death by the sword against all their doors: you are made like a flame, you are polished for death.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/r/readiness.htm">Readiness</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/read.htm">Read (681 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/manasses.htm">Manasses (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a 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