Tag Archive for: Word

Quality vs. Quantity

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Your word I have treasured and stored in my heart, that I may not sin against You. (Psalm 119:11, AMP)

One of the most important things to remember when getting to know God is the quality of your time with Him.  The best place to get to know God is in His Word.

John MacArthur puts it this way, “The Bible is the only completely trustworthy source of knowledge about God.  Man can’t learn all he needs to know about God from human reason, philosophy, or even experience.  God alone is the source of the knowledge about Himself, and He has chosen to reveal Himself in the Bible and in no other book.”

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Marinate in God’s Word

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Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:2-4)

Have you ever had a good piece of meat that’s been marinated for a little while?  I think some of the best ribs are the ones where the meat just falls off the bone.  The ribs that have taken all day to marinate.  This makes me think about marinating in the juices of God’s Word.  What would my life be like if I marinated daily in God’s Word?  Would His Word seep from my being?  Would people taste and see that the Lord is good?

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It’s Time to R.U.M.B.A.

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Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves.  Do what it says.  Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. (James 1:22-24)

This week, I want to take a look at memorizing Scripture with you.  Let’s talk about why it’s important, how to study it, and what to study.  Let’s take a closer look at the Word and see how it can transform our lives.

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Strength through Scripture ~ Part 2

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All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

Strength through Scripture ~ Part 1

May you find strength for your current circumstances through God’s Word.  May your hope be renewed as you trust in the Lord.  And may you find shelter from the storm through God’s comforting words!

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Strength through Scripture ~ Part 1

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For the word of God is living 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. (Hebrews 4:12)

This last week I received an email that broke my heart.  I heard from someone who is really going through a tough time.  I know that she is not the only one.  I’ve come across quite a few people this last week who are hurting, angry at circumstances, and broken.  I’ve learned that I can’t change circumstances.  I can’t make things better.  But I know the One who can provide strength through these difficult times.

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