The Good Word - Audio

The Gathering Place Church - main

Growth in our lives takes time. The word of God is like seed sown into the soil of the heart - you don't see the results right away, but with consistent tending of the soil, new life begins to sprout up. This new life is Faith, and that faith not only gives us the ability to see and believe God's Promises, but also to walk in them more courageously. INTRODUCTION This is the day the lord has made, I will rejoice and be glad in it. "THATS A GOOD WORD RIGHT THERE". What's the good word? THIS (hold up the bible) THIS... is the good word. This word has power to change lives, because it in and of itself is alive. • Hebrews 4:12 (NIV) says "For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." The Word reveals who God is, shows us how to live as His children. It teaches us how to trust in Him, and shows what His will is for our lives (His good, pleasing, and perfect will). It is full of Truth and Promises, and reveals How much God Loves us, and how we can love him back. Yet, knowing how amazing it is with all of it's benefits, how often do you and I struggle with getting into it on a regular basis? Whether it be other things taking priority over spending time in God's word, maybe you HAVE spent the time but feel kind of lost like its difficult to understand or apply. Perhaps you cherry pick verses and but seemingly doesn't have impact.... Whatever the reason, I truly believe that no time is wasted in the presence of God, and in the word of God. - It is an anchor for the soul, the source of spiritual, emotional, and mental strength. The word of God is Power! Today, I want to look at the power of God's word and how it relates to the condition of our hearts. how worry And fear stops the word from producing fruit in our lives, and how we can keep our eyes on the Promises of God, so that we can step into the His best for us with greater boldness, faith, and clarity.