LET’S TALK
Hebrews 4:12-13
“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. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.”
Hebrews 4:12-13
“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. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account.”
At the moment of salvation, when the Holy Spirit indwells the soul, lines of communication open wide. The One Who spoke the universe into existence, and you connect on the same plane. The very Bible you hold in your hands is the phone that transmits His Word for your heart and spiritual “ears” to receive. He wants to talk.
Are you ready to listen?
The Bible is the most amazing book ever written. Humans recorded God’s thoughts and deeds onto paper so that we could know Him (2Peter 1:20-21). The Spirit empowers God’s children to “hear” His voice. The Spirit also provides understanding to them who seek knowledge, wisdom, and discernment (knowing good from bad).
God’s Word is so powerful that it always accomplishes what is intended (Isaiah 55:10-11). God’s Word is so active and alive, that studying the Bible performs its work in those who believe (1Thessalonians 2:13).
WOW! No dodging that!
Our faith, also a gift from the Father, enables His children to believe what the Bible says. God’s Word has the power to change lives when we do what it says. The Bible shows believers Who God is—and who we are—by comparison. The more we study His Word, the greater our transformation. From the inside out. Our transformation is invisible to everyone else--unless others notice increased patience, self-control, gentleness, love, joy, peace, faithfulness, and kindness. These are all gifts of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22).
As followers of Jesus, we don’t have the luxury of just talking a believer’s life. We must live up to the faith we profess. The Word of God is razor sharp and will cut like a sword into our hearts, revealing our innermost thoughts. Exposing wrong thoughts and wants to His truth modifies the believer’s walk. Cleansed and purified hearts are the extra bonus to Bible study.
Intimate conversations between our heavenly Father and us are like family talks around the dinner table. Family members learn each other’s wants and needs, while His Word nourishes our souls.
Take Home Nugget
Praying for Scripture understanding heightens Spiritual “hearing.” The more we believe and obey what the Bible says, the more intimate our conversation.
By the very way we act
At home, school, or play--
With God we make a pact
To live for Him each day.
J.D. Griffith
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