The realm of speculation and theory hardly seem the place to anchor your life. Unproven philosophy and religion are too often accepted as infallible guides. Why not instead base your life on the sure thing?
"Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven. Your faithfulness continues throughout all generations; You established the earth, and it stands. They stand this day according to Your ordinances, For all things are Your servants." (Psalm 119.89-91)
There is some debate regarding the infallibility of the Bible. Granted, there are some peripheral issues with verses that may not have been included in the earliest manuscripts, and some mistranslation of words from the original languages to English. But, key truths are crystal-clear and indisputable. As the Psalmist testifies, "Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven". The record of the Bible is not an imperfect document undergoing "tweaking" by our Creator; it is the surest word of all time. As such, I appreciate its own testimony:
"All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work." (2 Timothy 3.16-17)
God's word is His "servant" to train and equip His servants - you and I. As we are grounded in His faithful word, His unending faithfulness is richly extended to us. We are established, even as the earth is forever established (Psalm 119.90). Our lives are anchored in the sure thing.
I've seen plenty of fickle fads come and go in my lifetime. More than one has offered a fast-track to true spirituality; an "insider secret" in getting to know our Father. These have been more about slick marketing than a genuine desire for truth and the true welfare of the body of Christ.
The sure word of God, coupled with heartfelt prayer and a genuine desire for growth, is the only workable formula. It's a matter of getting into His word, and allowing His word to get into you. As someone has said, God's word has not been tried and found wanting; it has largely not been tried.
Let's go with the sure thing. Delve today into His word - forever settled in heaven - and mine the riches that are there to transform your life.
Steve
©Steve Taylor, 2012
"Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven. Your faithfulness continues throughout all generations; You established the earth, and it stands. They stand this day according to Your ordinances, For all things are Your servants." (Psalm 119.89-91)
There is some debate regarding the infallibility of the Bible. Granted, there are some peripheral issues with verses that may not have been included in the earliest manuscripts, and some mistranslation of words from the original languages to English. But, key truths are crystal-clear and indisputable. As the Psalmist testifies, "Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven". The record of the Bible is not an imperfect document undergoing "tweaking" by our Creator; it is the surest word of all time. As such, I appreciate its own testimony:
"All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work." (2 Timothy 3.16-17)
God's word is His "servant" to train and equip His servants - you and I. As we are grounded in His faithful word, His unending faithfulness is richly extended to us. We are established, even as the earth is forever established (Psalm 119.90). Our lives are anchored in the sure thing.
I've seen plenty of fickle fads come and go in my lifetime. More than one has offered a fast-track to true spirituality; an "insider secret" in getting to know our Father. These have been more about slick marketing than a genuine desire for truth and the true welfare of the body of Christ.
The sure word of God, coupled with heartfelt prayer and a genuine desire for growth, is the only workable formula. It's a matter of getting into His word, and allowing His word to get into you. As someone has said, God's word has not been tried and found wanting; it has largely not been tried.
Let's go with the sure thing. Delve today into His word - forever settled in heaven - and mine the riches that are there to transform your life.
Steve
©Steve Taylor, 2012
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