Is God's word really relevant to every situation i pass through? Cos sometimes I pass through some very challenging situations and I begin to wonder if God has a word for that situation. Well, lets see what God says in 2 Timothy 3:16-17: "Every part of Scripture is God-breathed and useful one way or another-showing us truth, exposing our rebellion, correcting our mistakes, training us to live God's way. Through the Word we are put together and shaped up for the tasks God has for us." (MSG)
This passage reveals the truth that God's Word is indeed relevant to every single part or situation of my life. From this I have come to realize that no matter the situation I am in, Gods word is relevant for that situation. Is it my sexuality, everyday life, academics, or my social life? Whatever it is, the word of God is relevantly sufficient.
Romans 8:28 says: "That's why we can be so sure that every detail in our lives of love for God is worked into something good." (MSG) Indeed how hard this is to believe when i'm in a tough situation! However, this verse shows that God works out everything for my own good. I may not see this truth at the immediate happening of the situation, but if I have TRUST and FAITH in God, I will accept this truth with a proper attitude.
God's word is divinely inspired, it is holy, it serves as a basis for my belief, it is God's love letter to me! It reveals His heart to me and it reveals God's attributes of mercy, wrath, jealousy, (indeed!)kindness, love, and every every that makes Him who He is. It teaches me how to live a holy life and be fruitful for Him.
Hebrews 4:12 says: "God means what He says. What He says goes. His powerful Word is sharp as a surgeon's scalpel, cutting through everything, whether doubt or defense, laying us open to listen and obey." (MSG)
God's word is powerful. It has the power to change and transform lives. What do I expect? His Word made the world. Amazing!
The Psalmist had to confess in Psalm 119:97-104 saying: "Oh, how I love all you've revealed; I reverently ponder it all the day long. Your commands give me an edge on my enemies; they never become obsolete. I've even become smarter than my teachers since I've pondered and absorbed your counsel. I've become wiser than old sages simply by doing what you tell me. I watch my step, avoiding the ditches and ruts of evil so I can spend all my time keeping your Word. I never make detours from the route you laid out; you gave me such good directions. Your words are so choice, so tasty; I prefer them to the best home cooking. With your instruction, I understand life; that's why I hate false propaganda." (MSG)
How important is God's word to me? Is the music I listen more important than God's word? Is my work taking higher priority over God's Word? It should not be so.
Colossians 3:16-17 says: " Let the Word of Christ-the Message-have the run of the house. Give it plenty of room in your lives. Instruct and direct one another using good common sense. And sing, sing your hearts out to God! Let every detail in your lives-words,actions,whatever-be done in the name of the Master, Jesus,thanking God the Father every step of the way." (MSG)
God's word must dwell richly within me everyday every moment. God's word should be my rest, my place of refuge and comfort. I must desire to study God's word. It is LIFE. Just like cars can't run without petrol, I cannot run without God's word as a Christian. I must not wait until I am dry and empty before I begin to crave the word. I must crave it earnestly everyday as I crave for physical food.
God's Word is LIFE.
Coined from: "Relevance of the word of God to challenges we pass thru" by Isaac Hassan.

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