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The Word Works
By Steve Backlund
“For the word of God is living and powerful” (Hebrews 4:12).
We are empowered to change ourselves from the inside out, not by trying harder.
The word of God indeed is powerful and can:
Consider these verses:
“Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, ‘If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free’” (John 8:31-32).
There is a progression revealed here:
“This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success” (Joshua 1:8).
“Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You” (Psalm 119:11).
One more verse
‘Receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls” James 1:21).
James is writing to people who are already Christians. He says the word “save” their souls. Save comes from the Greek word “sozo” which means to heal, preserve, save, do well, and to be made whole. When we consider that our soul is our mind, will, and emotions, then the word of God is powerful to bring change in our lives.
Finally, here is a quick five-step process for reading the Bible using the acronym SWORD (“Take up the sword of the Spirit which is the word of God” - Ephesians 6:17).
The word works. It is powerful in creating righteous behavior, powerful influence, and hope-filled thinking. Let’s abide in Jesus’s words and be made free like never before.
About Us
Steve Backlund is a prolific encourager, catalytic author, joy activator, and revivalist teacher. He brings transformational levels of hope to churches and organizations around the world. He is uniquely gifted to release hope, joy, and healthy leadership everywhere he goes.
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