Definition: The word "adventive" comes from Old French, meaning "instructive," in reference to how God's people were called to be skilled in their own instruction. This instruction was intended for them to guide them to live a life that glorified God and served others. Definition of 'adventive': Instructive; skillful. In the Old Testament, God instructed his people to "be wise, teachable, and full of understanding" (Num. 1:4). This instruction was given through the prophet Micah in his chapter 5:7-8 when he said: "Yet all Israel shall know me, declares the Lord; and he will be a refuge for those who seek him." This statement implies that God's people are not only called to obey Him but also to be skilled at His instructions. The purpose of their instruction was to help them live lives of obedience and service, making them effective witnesses to God's purposes. The word "adventive" is often associated with the New Testament because it describes a teaching or demonstration of grace in Christian worship. In this sense, Adventives are usually referred to as spiritual teachers who demonstrate God's grace through their words and actions, guiding believers on how to live a life pleasing to God.

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Definition: In English, "Advently" is a phrase that appears to mean "freely, spontaneously, or willingly." It generally refers to a sudden, unexpected joy or excitement; it's often used in the sense of an unanticipated surprise or change in circumstances. The word comes from the Hebrew verb "adavah" which means "to give birth," and "ently" is a word that can mean "freely," "spontaneously," "or" or "without." For instance, when someone says they are adventiously excited, it implies they are feeling extremely happy or joyful. It's often used to describe an unexpected good fortune or surprising change in circumstances.

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