“The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring
forever; The judgments of the LORD are true; they are righteous altogether. They
are more desirable than gold, yes, than much fine gold; Sweeter also than honey
and the drippings of the honeycomb.” (Psalm 19:9-10, NIV).
What is in a word? Is it just a
combination letters that a culture accepts as the correct word for a specific
subject, descriptor, action or connector written or spoken in some form of
communication? Why do some words conjure up strong emotion and others elicit
wonderful memories of days gone by? How is it that a few well-chosen
emphatically connected words can soothe a heart during a very difficult time of
loss or heartbreak between friends or family?
We all know that words are very powerful
and they can hurt or bless when they are used. We also understand the meaning
of someone giving their word, as a verbal guarantee or promise. In a sense most
written words are more significant than verbal words and can deliver powerful
directives or important thoughts long after spoken words have passed from
memory.
Are the words of God different than our
words? God’s words are found in His Word the Bible and they are most certainly
and definitely are very different than our words. In some ways God’s words are
similar to our words. Some of His words
elicit powerful images of His character, attributes and essence. Words are also
used in the Bible to describe God’s interaction with His children and they
convey His judgment, concern, grace, love and provision. Still God’s words are
vastly different that human words because as He spoke them, they are truth and
they remain so forever. God’s words are His Word and they were intentionally
given by Him directly or through His prophets, kings or servants. They are true
and full of life for all of His children. They are full of protection,
provision and blessing. God’s Word will
always protect us from sin and give us understanding of His love for us as
children. Word will always benefit us and lead us on the paths everlasting.
God’s Word is light and life. God’s Word is truth and when it is hidden in our
hearts, it protects us and guides us (Psalm 119:11; 119:105). God’s Word stands
above all else, “"As for God, his way is perfect: The LORD's word is
flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him” (2 Samuel 22:31 NKJV). Above all
else … as Jesus revealed and relayed the eternal and everlasting Word of God to
us by His life and His speaking for His Father in heaven. He was the Word of God in the flesh and now
is the Living Word in glory forever more.
The Word of God is the only word that will last forever. “Heaven and
earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away” (Matthew 24:35
NIV).
The very best thing we can do with the
Word of God is to let it reveal God himself to us through Jesus Christ and the
Holy Spirit. We will sense Him as God
and find ourselves in awe of who He is and His love for us. Our hearts and lives will change and we will be
filled with the life of Christ now and forever (John 6:68) as we read His Word
because He is alive in the Word. "But
even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into
practice" (Luke 11:28 NIV).
Suggested Reading ... Psalm 19
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