The Efficacy OF The Word. RCCG Sunday School Manual.
Memory Verse: “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than the two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing assunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart”. – Heb. 4:12.
Bible Passage: John 2:1-5.
Introduction
God leads His Children in definite ways . He loves to speak plainly with Hisa own but when He speaks in codes or used signs and symbols , it is important that the recipients of such messages return to ask for the meaning, or else the purpose of the communication is defeated. When the purpose of God’s word is known, its accomplishment is inevitable.
OUTLINES
1. THE WORD IS FOR A PURPOSE
2. THE WORD IS SPECIFIC AND TIME-BOUND.
THE WORD IS FOR A PURPOSE
The word God sends is for a purpose: it is to meet needs. For instance, God send His word:
1. To heal physically, spiritually, and all-round (Ps. 107:20).
2. To deliver from trouble, dangers, deaths, etc (Ps. 107:20).
3. To set us free from satanic bondage and self-indulgence (Job 8:32,36).
4. To bless and deal with frustration, failures, etc (Luke 5:4).
5. To save from sin and its consequences (Ps. 119:9,11).
6. To direct and show the way (Ps. 109:105).
7. To comfort and encourage us (Joshua 1:3, 5-6).
8. To protect us (Ps. 91:11-12; Ps. 105:14-15).
9. To instruct us (Joshua 1:8; Prov. 1:10).
10. To correct us (Prov. 3:11-12; 2 Timothy 3:16).
THE WORD IS SPECIFIC AND TIME BOUND
God’s word instructs on what to do and how to do it (John 2:5-8). The word of God came in a very specific manner to Peter (Luke 5:4). Joshua (Joshua 1:3). Jonah (Jonah 1:1-2), and the disciples (Mark 16:15), While some obeyed, others disobeyed but with dire consequences (Jonah 1:3, 12).
God’s word must accomplish its purpose according to His plan (Matt. 5:18). The word sent also states when action is to be taken (Eccl. 3:1-3). The purpose will be defeated if action is not taken at the right time (2kings 5:9-14). Delay is dangerous (Hebrews 4:7). Jesus followed suit and we must also follow in His step (John 9:4).
CONCLUSION: The worst is all-embracing. It will meet all your needs- physical, spiritual, social, economic, etc. Hearken and it shall be well with you.
QUESTIONS
1. Mention three(3) purposes for which God sends His word.
2. What do you understand by the word of God being specific?
ASSIGNMENT
Write out five (5) of the numerous challenges of life and one Scripture that addresses each of them. E.g lack (Ps. 23:1). (2×5=10marks).
Action Point
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