Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of
the Spirit, which is the word of God.
~ Ephesians 6:17
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper
than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to
dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it
judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight.
Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the
eyes of him to whom we must give account.
~ Hebrews 4:12-13
The Word is alive. It’s useful, active, and powerful (1 Tim 3:16-17). God’s Word has power to change lives and cut deep into the heart. God’s Word is every bit as applicable now as it was when it was written. Don’t be afraid to use the Word as a sword. Paul calls it the Sword of the Spirit for a reason.
The Word comes from God (Heb 4:12, John 1:1). God created everything, controls everything, and holds the universe together. Anything He says must be valuable; listen to and believe His Word. Trust Him to give His Word to you and to make it work. The Holy Spirit will bring the Word to mind at times. Trust the Holy Spirit for it will have people hear and understand what they need to hear regardless of how you say it (Acts 2:4-11, Mt 10:19-20). Don’t give your own failings so much credit; God is the One at work.
Do you believe God’s Word? It has the power to change lives; let it change yours. Do you trust that God will work according to His purpose through you? Are you ready to let Him use you to make a difference in the world? What is holding you back from proclaiming the God-breathed Scripture to the world?
Read further:
Ephesians 6; Hebrews 4:12-13; 1 Timothy 3:16—17; John 1:1; Acts 2:4-11; Matthew 10:19-20
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