Greek Strong's Lexicon
G1209
Lemma: δέχομαι
Transliteration: dekh'-om-ahee
Definition: middle voice of a primary verb; to receive (in various applications, literally or figuratively): accept, receive, take. Compare λαμβάνω.
KJV Definition: accept, receive, take
Verse usage
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1 Tesalonisensenan 2:13
NASB
For this reason we also constantly thank God that when you received the word of God which you heard from us, you accepted [it] not [as] the word of men, but [for] what it really is, the word of God, which also performs its work in you who believe.
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2 Tesalonisensenan 2:10
NASB
and with all the deception of wickedness for those who perish, because they did not receive the love of the truth so as to be saved.
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Hebreonan 11:31
NASB
By faith Rahab the harlot did not perish along with those who were disobedient, after she had welcomed the spies in peace.
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Hakobo 1:21
NASB
Therefore, putting aside all filthiness and [all] that remains of wickedness, in humility receive the word implanted, which is able to save your souls.