Strong's Greek · G4704
σπουδάζω
spoudázō
Definitionto use speed, i.e. to make effort, be prompt or earnest
Derivationfrom G4710 (σπουδή);
KJV usagedo (give) diligence, be diligent (forward), endeavour, labour, study
Occurrences11 in the KJV · 11 verses
σπουδάζω in Scripture
Galatians 2:10
Only they would that we should remember the poor; the same which I also was forward to do.
Ephesians 4:3
Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
1 Thessalonians 2:17
But we, brethren, being taken from you for a short time in presence, not in heart, endeavoured the more abundantly to see your face with great desire.
2 Timothy 2:15
Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
2 Timothy 4:9
Do thy diligence to come shortly unto me:
2 Timothy 4:21
Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.
Titus 3:12
When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.
Hebrews 4:11
Let us labour therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief.
2 Peter 1:10
Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall:
2 Peter 1:15
Moreover I will endeavour that ye may be able after my decease to have these things always in remembrance.
2 Peter 3:14
Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.