“If you abide in my word, you are my disciple.”John 8:31 A believer who does not continue in Christ is counterfeit. Christians have the innate desire to be in church, pray, read the Bible, and serve. Following Christ is the process of walking an illuminated path. “Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness” (John 8:12a). There is no other…
Keep a tight rein on your tongue.James 1:26 We either adapt to the Word or adopt it into every action of our existence. When we adapt to the Word, we make some changes based on what we want to follow. If we adopt the Word, we submit completely. We do not just follow Jesus on Sunday. In every minute of…
Accept the Word planted in you.James 1:21 The divine power behind the truth of the Scriptures produces, preserves, and perfects salvation. We are saved through the power of the Word (justified). We are kept saved through the power of the Word (sanctified). And, we are eternally saved through the power of the Word (glorified). Our faith can work everywhere we…
Be doers of the word, and not hearers only.James 1:22 If you truly accept the word, you have the desire to apply it. “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God” (Luke 9:62). When a farmer plows a field, he puts his hand to the plow and moves. He…
Entrust [the gospel] to the faithful, who will be able to teach others.2 Timothy 2:2 Paul is telling Timothy to preach the truth of the Word, so the church can take the truth into the world. Do you consider yourself an entrusted witness of the Word? Our standard must be Christ and our structure must be built on the Word…
Preach the word of God.2 Timothy 4:2 Your investigation of the Word should inspire you to instruct the world. It is great to read and study the Bible, but your actions cannot contrast your beliefs. We must preach the Word that we pursue and practice what we preach. Are you willing to preach and proclaim Christ publically? “You were called…
Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord.2 Peter 3:18 The only way to grow in the knowledge of Jesus is to cultivate the Word. It takes a deliberate pursuit to find divine purpose. The efficiency of your sword is dependent upon diligent engagement. When is the last time you truly engaged in the Word of God? There is…
The word of God is alive and active.Hebrews 4:12 If we are to carry the sword of the Spirit, we must recognize its full worth. The Bible is the actual Word of God (1 Thess. 2:13). If you think God is not speaking in any situation, open your Word and pray for inspiration. We should seek the Word of God…