The Holy Spirit has been leading me to study the Five Crowns in Scripture. I would like to share with you. I pray this information blesses, encourages, and enriches your walk with Jesus Christ... It sure blesses my daily walk with Jesus. SOME HISTORY The “stephanos” (stefanoV) the victors crown. It is the symbol of victory given to the winners in the Greek games or a contest. It is a reward or a prize. Stephanos is the word for crown in this discussion of five crowns. It is the crown for the winners in the Christian life. It is used in these verses: 1 Corinthians 9:25; 2 Timothy 2:5 The “stephanos” is also used as a ornament for festivities and celebrations in these verses: Proverbs 1:9; Proverbs 4:9; Song of Solomon 3:11; Isaiah 28:1 The “stephanos” was also used to honor someone publicly who had distinguished themselves in service or given to someone for their worthiness. These were worn at the parousia (advent or return) of kings. The “diadema” (“diadema”) was the kingly crown. It is the crown worn by nobility who were possessor of a royal position. There are five crowns mentioned in scripture. They deal with different aspects of the Christian life. The crowns reflect levels of maturity in regards to a believers growth and accomplishments of service to the Lord. They are placed here in a possible list in the order that they could be obtained by the believer. RANKING OF THE CROWNS 1) Incorruptible Crown for mastery over the sin nature. 2) Crown of Righteousness for living righteously in this world. 3) Crown of Live for enduring trials while proceeding in God’s plan. 4) Crown of Joy for leading others to Christ and in righteousness. 5) Crown of Glory for fulfilling your calling and finishing the work assigned
Posted on: Sun, 10 Aug 2014 22:29:43 +0000
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