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| The Power Of God's Word |
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| Written by Associate Pastor Wayne Durden |
| Thursday, 08 January 2009 11:58 |
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May I say as we begin our thought today on the power of the word of God, that God’s word has been through the flood and through the fire. It has been laughed at, mocked, ridiculed, but it still stands the test of time. In finality it’s the only thing ultimately we can stand on. The design of the Roman soldier was for attacking their enemy not for defense. Our sword is the word of God, note! (Ephesians 6:17). It is a lamp unto our feet, a light to our path. Hebrews 4:12 declares “For the word of God is quick (alive) and powerful and sharper than any two-edge sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart,” Wow! isn’t that great. Jesus himself often used the word of God to combat and overcome Satan. (Read Matthew 4:1-11) As we look at God’s word we will discover Satan did not question the authority of God’s word, but he was a master at twisting the word to try and deceive us, note! (John 10:10). If Satan can use this tactic against us make no mistake about it, he will do it and if we’re not careful he will cause us to doubt and question God’s word. Never forget doubt will kill faith and faith will defeat doubt, I’m an overcomer by God’s word, aren’t you, (Romans 8:37)? As we read and study God’s word the stronger we will become and be able to win this spiritual battle we are in. I say let’s stand on God’s word. Together In Christ, Associate Pastor Wayne Durden |
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