YOU AND THE WORD OF GOD
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Proverb 18:21
It has come to be known in the body of Christ that the word of God is the most powerful tool for the Christian body alike. Denominations and other religions have found themselves in the “Book of life” for their every need. We see that the bible have covered EVERY life questions imaginable, we simply have to READ. Over and over we find many instances that God and Jesus “spoke” things, life and miracles into existence. The very same power of words are given to us Christians, we simply need to open our mouths and “speak.”
One of the many teachings in the power of the Word is the description that Paul provided in explaining the Armor of God. He said in Eph 6:11 -18 to Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. The verse goes on to explain the armor in detail: Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.
With so much emphasis on the word of God, we can and must believe that there is power in the word of God. Once we start to believe it and utilize it, the atmosphere will change according to the words that we speak. With a combination of proclaiming the blood of Jesus, the name of Jesus, faith, love and holiness; the WORD of God is included in the powerful tools of evil destructions. So if we have faith in Jesus and all the works of God, we should have faith in the Word just the same. After all “In the beginning was the Word (Jesus), and the Word (Jesus) was with God, and the Word (Jesus) was God. - John 1:1Below are some example issues, questions and concerns that we face in our lives. But every answer to those concerns is available in the Bible and results can be found there as well. Put this into practice and watch your atmosphere change for the good.
SPEAK THE WORD INTO YOUR LIFE
What do you say when people see your strength as a weakness?
You say “greater is he that is in me then he that is in the world!” - 1 John 4:4
What do you say when people see you as worthless, unloved, ugly, unwanted?
Your say “God loves me so much that He gave me his only son for your and my salvation.” – John 3:16
Also say “The Love of God is more than I can ever have. Who shall separate me from the love of my Christ? NO troubles or hardships or persecutions or famines or nakedness or dangers or swords will EVER separate me from HIS LOVE?” Romans 8:35
What do you say when people want to justify who you are in Christ Jesus?
You say “I am not worried about who or what you think I am. But whatever I am now, it is all because God poured out his special favor on me and not without results.” 1 Corinthians 15:10
What do you say when sin tries to take over your life?
You say “I am aware of my sin because the law of God that has been placed in my heart. I am grateful of this knowledge and I thank you Lord. Grace, mercy, and peace will be with me, from God the Father and from Jesus Christ the Father’s Son, in truth and love.” 2John 1:3
Also say, “Lord, as far as the east is from the west that is how far you will remove my transgressions from me and remember them no more. – Psalm 103:12
What should you say when you are in lack?
You say “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all my needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to me in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19
What do you say when family, friends and everything or everyone else has let you down?
You say “I will let no one deceive me with empty words, for because of such things God's wrath comes on those who are disobedient.” Ephesians 5:6
What do you say when you are confused by teaching or doctrine that the Holy Spirit has revealed to be false teaching?
You say “ I see to it that no one will takes me captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.” Colossians 2:8
What do you say when you feel like your back is against the wall?
You say “Lord, I am casting all my cares upon YOU; for I know you care for me. 1Peter 5:6
Say “I Cast my cares on YOU LORD and you will sustain me; you will never let the righteous fall.” Psalm 55:22
What should you say when you can’t see an escape to your troubles?
You say “I know that you are the LORD my God, the same God who brought the Israelites out of Egypt so that you might dwell among them. YOU ARE THE SAME GOD that will lead ME out of my bondage to show me that YOU ARE THE LORD MY GOD.” Exodus 20:2
What do you say when everyone else around you succeeding in doing wrong and you are not advancing?
I will be still before you LORD and wait patiently for you; I will not fret when men succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes. Psalm 37:7
My Soul will find rest in you alone God; my hope comes from you.” Psalm 62:5
What do you say when you feel slow in your race
You say “I realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So I will run to win!” 1 Corinthians 9:24
Also say “I will keep running!!!! Lord, you will keep me strong to the end, so that I will be blameless on the day of my Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 1:8
Also say “I will press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:14
What do you say when you want to express your love to God?
You say “I Love the Lord my God with all my heart and with all my soul and with my entire mind and with all my strength.” – Mark 12:30
What do you say when you want something that is in the will of God that will be miracle driven?
You say” Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. I believe and hoping for this miracle to come to pass. ” -Hebrew 11:1
Also say “I faith! Even If I had faith even as small as a mustard seed, I could say to this mulberry tree, 'May you be uprooted and thrown into the sea,' and it would obey ME! Luke 17:6
The list goes on and on….
You can make a list of verses for yourself, children, office, family and etc. You can place it in different areas in your house that pertains to those scriptures and use them daily. You can also print this post and use it as needed. But your best bet is to spend time with the word of God. It doesn’t take all day to be renewed with a mind of Christ. Only 5, 10, 15 or 30 minutes with the word will make a dramatic difference in your life. As you mature in the word, you will be able to spend more time with the Word (Jesus).
READ IT BELIEVE IT SPEAK IT LIVE IT
THE WORD OF GOD
Written by: Nancy Bazile (Grant)References: The Holy Bible
