God has clearly said that the one who is meditating in the word will bring forth fruit,will never shrivel up, and will prosper in all he does. The Scriptures are all-sufficient, for they speak of Christ, point to Christ, and bring us to Christ. Stay in the Scriptures. Read your Bible. Lets look at Psalm 19 six descriptions and six effects of the Word of God in one’s life:
The Law of the Lord is perfect, converting or restoring the soul. The law speaks of totality of the Word. From where does emotional or mental restoration come?
The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The word sure means solid. The word simple means open-minded. Thus the Word of God gives solid footing to those who would otherwise sink in sand of open minded innocence. How solid is the Word? Peter declares it is even more sure, more solid than the voice of God
The Statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart. Studying the Word of God will make your heart happy. Jeremiah said, Your words were found, and I ate them and your words became to me a joy and the delight of my heart.
The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The commandments are pure–without flaw. They are workable, understandable, and powerful. How does one see clearly? Through Gods word
The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever. The Word of God is not based upon a passing fad or humanistic understanding. It is clean-pure, easy to grasp and last forever.
The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous. We know in our heart of hearts that the Word is true. Our spirit confirms its accuracy.
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fireball3316 // May 16, 2009 at 4:30 am |
the Word of God is awesome – it exposes and encourages, it disciplines and disciples, it gives hope and guidance, it reveals to us who God is and his promises. i love it. what a gift it is to us. blessings, fireball
aslansmane // May 16, 2009 at 2:53 pm |
Fireball – Amen to That:)