#36: The Power of the Word of God

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<li> The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/THE_POWER_OF_THE_WORD_OF_GOD.pdf

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The sermon focuses on the transformative power of the word of God, drawing parallels from Isaiah 55:10-11. The analogy presented is that, just as rain and snow from above nourish the earth, the word of God, emanating from a higher source—God's throne and mouth—nourishes the soul. The principle emphasized is the soul's dependence on the word of God for vitality, similar to how the earth relies on blessings from above.

The speaker underscores the necessity of the word of God, emphasizing that without it, the soul becomes parched and dry. The example of King Saul, who rebelled against the word of God, is used to illustrate how a lack of God's word can lead to a spiritual famine.

The sermon highlights the promises in the Bible, asserting that God's word never returns empty but accomplishes its intended purpose. Congregants are encouraged to express gratitude for the abundance of God's word and its continuous shower of blessings.

The sermon then transitions to the story of King Jehoshaphat, who, by sending teachers to spread the word of God, experienced protection and peace, as enemies were deterred from making war. The lesson drawn is that studying and humbling oneself before the word of God can lead to divine intervention and protection.

The narrative shifts to contrasting responses to the word of God, using the examples of Kings Jehoiakim and Josiah. Jehoiakim's disdain for the prophet Jeremiah's message led to a prophecy of his demise, which was fulfilled when Nebuchadnezzar attacked and killed him. On the other hand, Josiah responded to the word of God with humility and repentance, demonstrating that individual responses to God's word matter, even if collective change is challenging.

The sermon concludes by referencing the repentance of the people of Nineveh in response to the word of God, showing that collective change is possible. The overall message is a call to appreciate and respect the power of the word of God, acknowledging its ability to transform lives and bring about positive change when received with humility and obedience.

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