IT’S ENOUGH

“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:  That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” (II Tim. 3:16-17)

“For the prophecy came not in old time by the will of man: but holy men of God spake as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.” (II Peter 1:21)

“Being born again, not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God, which liveth and abideth for ever.” (I Peter 1:23)

“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12)

No wonder the Psalmist said, “For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven.” (Psalms 119:89).  And may I add that it is settled here on earth as well.

And that is why daily we are to be “Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain.”  (Philippians 2:16).

What a privilege you and I have to hold in our hands the very breathe of God. God only wrote one Book – and what a book it is.

• It is a Book of Prominence – being widely and favorably known;
• It is a Book of Promise – a promise to never leave us or forsake, a promise to lift us and forgive us when we’ve fallen, a promise to strengthen us in times of weakness, a promise of hope when everything looks hopeless, a promise to do the impossible when everything looks impossible, and a promise to save (these are just a few of the many promises in God’s Word)
• It is a Book of Power – God didn’t give us the spirit of fear – but of power! The power to stand on our faith, the power to witness for Christ. The Greek word used for power is dunamis, which we translate as D-Y-N-A-M-I-T-E. Aren’t you glad God’s Word has the power to blow some people right into the Kingdom of God?
• But mostly, it is the Book of a Person – from Genesis to Revelation, we are introduced to the Lamb of God that would forgive our sins and heal our land.

Though the cover is worn and the pages are torn and places bear traces of tears, yet more precious than gold is this Book worn and old that can shatter and scatter my fears. This old Book is my guide, It’s a friend by my side that can lighten and brighten my way. And each promise I find soothes and gladdens my mind as I read it and heed it each day.

I’m glad that God’s Word is enough!