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G1755 · Greek · New Testament
ἐνέργημα
Energema
Noun, neuter
Working / Activity / Operation

Definition

The Greek noun energema refers to an activity, working, or operation — especially a supernatural working or effect. It is derived from energeo (G1754, to work/be active) and describes the result or manifestation of divine power in action.

Usage & Theological Significance

In 1 Corinthians 12:6, energema is used in a trinitarian context: 'There are different kinds of working (energema), but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work.' Paul uses it to describe the diverse ways the Spirit's power manifests in different believers, all produced by one God.

Theologically, energema points to God as the ultimate source of all spiritual activity in the church. Gifts and workings are not human achievements but divine operations through human vessels.

Key Bible Verses

1 Corinthians 12:6 There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work.
1 Corinthians 12:10 ...to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in different kinds of tongues...
Philippians 2:13 ...for it is God who works (energeo) in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.
Ephesians 1:19 ...and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is the same as the mighty strength he exerted when he raised Christ from the dead...
Colossians 1:29 To this end I strenuously contend with all the energy Christ so powerfully works in me.

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