Pastor's Corner

The boys were happy when their mother wrapped Christmas gifts because it not only meant presents to come, but also the joy of playing sword fights with the empty cardboard wrapping tube. They played swords in a harmless fashion that gave them joy, though the flimsy cardboard tube easily gave way and was quickly destroyed. God's Word is a sword that will never be destroyed. Neither does it give way. It always accomplishes the purpose for which God sends it. It is a victorious and effective Word. "The Word of the Lord endures forever" 1 Pe. 1:25

The Bible calls God's Word the "Sword of the Spirit." It is the one offensive weapon mentioned in the list of armor we are to put on. When Jesus was tempted by the Devil in the wilderness, He responded by quoting scripture. He made use of that offensive weapon, saying "It is written!" The Devil gave up and departed for a season.

Armed with that very same sword we move into our day. By faith we point (apply) His Word to the difficulties, temptations, and trials that come our way. Instead of standing still or being pushed backward, with this sword we move into deeper joy and victory by believing it in our heart and personally affirming it to all our circumstances and conditions.

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work" 2 Tim. 3:16-17.

Pastor Greg Brownell

Dayton United Brethren Church