Welcome back to "The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast". Today, we explore the scripture of Hebrews 4:12, "The word of God...is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow," and how it helps us discern God's voice amid our thoughts.
Our inner lives, once we are born of God's Spirit, become a unique blend of the human and divine. Yet distinguishing between these two sources can be challenging. Sometimes we find it hard to tell if our thoughts are divinely inspired or self-generated. So, how can we tell the difference?
Point 1: The Word as a Discerning Tool:
The Word of God serves as a remarkable tool for discerning between truth and error. If we approach it with an open heart and mind, it can affirm, correct, challenge, convict, and inspire us. Those questions we have about whether we're hearing Him correctly will find answers as we immerse ourselves in His truth.
Point 2: The Word Divides:
The Word of God separates our minds and spirits, distinguishing between our motives and guiding us into His will. Our direction, whether it needs confirmation or revision, can be discerned as we let the Scripture breathe into us.
Point 3: Avoiding Justification:
While it's easy to use Scripture to justify our agendas, we must approach the Word not to vindicate our ideas but to genuinely seek God's wisdom. We must remember, if our thoughts and desires are divinely inspired, the Word will confirm and strengthen them.
In conclusion, the Word of God is a potent tool, a sharp two-edged sword that helps us discern God's thoughts from ours. It's the sword of the Spirit, guiding us in the paths God has set before us.
Let's pray: "Spirit of truth, I invite You to sharply and decisively divide my own thoughts from Yours and distinguish Your voice within me. Let Your words burn powerfully in my heart and mind."
Thank you for joining us today on "The Power Of God's Whisper Podcast". I encourage you to approach the Word of God with an open heart, and let it guide and shape your thoughts and decisions. Until next time, keep listening for God's whisper, a whisper that cuts through our thoughts with precision and clarity.
Share this post