The Definition of the word Backslide

Backslide

To draw back or apostatize in matters of religion (Acts 21:21; 2 Thess. 2:3; 1 Tim. 4:1). This may be either partial (Prov. "14:14) or complete (Heb. 6:4-6; 10:38, 39). The apostasy may be" both doctrinal and moral.