We must allow the Word of God to confront us, to disturb our security, to undermine our complacency

“Just as at sea those who are carried away from the direction of the harbor bring themselves back on course by a clear sign, on seeing a tall beacon light or some mountain peak coming into view, so Scripture may guide those adrift on the sea of the life back into the harbor of the divine will.” - St. Gregory of Nyssa (c. 330-c. 395)

Scripture Text: (IS 55:10-11)
Thus says the LORD:
Just as from the heavens
the rain and snow come down
And do not return there
till they have watered the earth,
making it fertile and fruitful,
Giving seed to the one who sows
and bread to the one who eats,
So shall my word be
that goes forth from my mouth;
It shall not return to me void,
but shall do my will,
achieving the end for which I sent it.

For thousands of years, politicians and merchants have made claims about what they or their products can do. And some of us have learned, to our chagrin, that more than a few of these claims are wildly exaggerated. Not so with God! He tells us that his word goes out and never fails to accomplish his will—and he’s absolutely right!

Think about the word that proceeds from God’s mouth……..

What the culture of today sadly forgets is the Word of God is near to each and every one of us. This creative word, which we can rely on and trust and which surpasses everything, is as near as our tongue, as close as our heart. We long for life or peace, joy or patience, and the word, which is close to us, can bring them about. Ask God for what you lack: healing, forgiveness, a new start, or a permanent break with old habits. He will speak the word you need, and as you take it up, it will accomplish his desires for you.

The Word is alive! Jesus, the Word of God, became flesh, dwelt among us, and overcame death.

Nothing can conquer the Word of God. So rejoice in that Word today! Read it. Seek its guidance. Invite it into your life, and watch it bear fruit!