Strong's Greek · G138
αἱρέομαι
hairéomai
Definitionto take for oneself, i.e. to prefer
Derivationprobably akin to G142 (αἴρω);
KJV usagechoose
Occurrences3 in the KJV · 3 verses
αἱρέομαι in Scripture
Philippians 1:22
But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not.
2 Thessalonians 2:13
But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:
Hebrews 11:25
Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season;