May 08, 2012 this book is another hit by john osteen. These powerful daily readings will inspire readers to discover the power of gods word in the midst of experiencing insecurity, uncertainty, and spiritual warfare. Listen as john macarthur explains how gods word is powerful to save even a jewish abortionist who performs 9 million dollars worth of abortions each year. I looked up book of john and halfway down the first chapter i saw philip. The world, having been created by the word of god, is also maintained by his word hebrews 1. He quoted the scriptures so should we, because the bible is the word of god. John begins with the profound announcement that jesus is the in the beginning creative word of god who had become embodied incarnated as a human being to be the light of life for the world. But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of god. Activating the power of god sylvester onyemalechi gods power is available to all believers who place a demand on it. The bibles authority is inherent in its every word. Through the word, god made the light, the sun, the moon, the stars, the grass, vegetables, and man. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god john 1.
When you speak the word of god, you are tapping into limitless power. Your words have power when they are god s words spoken in faith through your lips. The word became flesh in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god. The power of gods word, the new life, andrew murray. I purposed to take gods word as my medicine three times daily, after meals. Activating the power of god taking the word to the nations. In your words hold a miracle, the late john osteen shows believers how to put the power of gods word into daily practice. After this comes the proclamation that this jesus is the son of god sent from the father to finish the fathers work in the world see 4. Thankfully, we dont have to guess what gods words are. Yet people abound in the church who are praying for power and neglecting the bible.
This is yet another spiritual gem written by john osteen, that will enable you to walk in the power of gods word and see the results you have been looking for in your life. Samans story shows the power of gods word to transform the heart of even a hardened muslim terrorist. The word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. John 1 niv bible in the beginning was the word, and. Although people have the word of god in front of them, with their shallow minds, they think, will this go well. Activating the power of gods word devotional reading. Releasing gods anointing words you can understand father, keep me from all evil john 17. Activating the power of gods word devotional reading plan. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. All who receive christ, through faith, become children of god. The transforming power of the word of god sermon by john. It is far more powerful than any of us could ever imagine. John 1 niv the word became flesh in the bible gateway.
The power of words and the wonder of god desiring god. By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of god heb. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god. It is certainly the mostmemorized piece of scripture.
After each main meal i would get away by myself, open my bible, bow my head and say, god, your word tells me that these words of yours will be health to all my flesh. John osteen on the power of speaking gods word beliefnet. Isaiah tells us that just as precipitation is sure to cause plants to grow, gods word accomplishes its purposes isa. It was, after all, written by the disciple whom jesus loved, one of the. Without it, power can lead to pride and selfinflation love is the greatest manifestation of gods power. The power of words and the wonder of god piper, john, piper, john, taylor, justin, taylor, justin. Smith introduction to lesson life group lesson objective. Scripture holds a simple declaration that sets forth every pastors highest priority. The power and sufficiency of gods word john macarthur. The word of god spoke it into being and it is still hanging in her position till now. These powerful daily readings will inspire readers to discover the power of god s word in the midst of experiencing insecurity, uncertainty, and spiritual warfare.
In these chapters, derived from desiring god s 2008 national conference, john piper, sinclair ferguson, and mark driscoll team with worship pastor bob kauflin, counselor paul tripp, and literature professor daniel taylor to help readers harness their tongues and. Paul explains that the lord saves his people by means of the foolishness of preaching 1 cor. But the beginning spoken of by john came before the beginning spoken of by genesis. May, 2020 the power of words and the wonder of god seeks to answer this difficult question. In these chapters, derived from desiring gods 2008 national conference, john piper, sinclair ferguson, and mark driscoll team with worship pastor bob kauflin, counselor paul tripp, and literature professor daniel taylor to help readers harness their tongues and. Our words are central to our lives, as god s word is to his. Other references to john the baptist in this gospel emphasize the differences. Faith cometh of hearing, and hearing by the word ot christ. Well let the scripture speak for itself in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god john 1. It is so powerful that god spoke the world into existence. In a few places, the word of god or the word is used as a personal title revelation 19.
In the douayrheims, king james, new international, and other versions of the bible, the verse reads. Activating the power of god taking the word to the. Receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. Gods powerful sustaining word reformed bible studies. John piper, sinclair ferguson, and other leaders from desiring god s 2008 conference examine the lifealtering power of our words and their impact in sharing the gospel.
Central to the biblical worldview is the power of the word of god. The word of god the power that is in the word of god. The book of mormon tells us, the preaching of the word had more powerful effect upon the. Bible is not just words 787,7 words in king james version. The great reservoir of the power that belongs to god is his own word, the bible. Now, i know that many of you dont have the confidence to speak the word of god. Apr 15, 20 listen as john macarthur explains how god s word is powerful to save even a jewish abortionist who performs 9 million dollars worth of abortions each year. Believers are carriers of gods life, authority and power, and can use the authority and power of god to change their world or any situation.
The intelligible word of the lord is the supreme means by which god. In the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god. To reinforce and establish individual faith in believing in the power of gods word. When the tempter said, if you are the son of god, command that these stones become bread v. Your words have power when they are gods words spoken in faith through your lips. We also thank god without ceasing, that, when ye received from us the word of the message, even the word of god, ye accepted it not as the word of men, but, as. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. The power of gods word january 2018 page 1 of 4 helpingpeople change their lives for god spurpose the power of gods word zoe christian fellowship of whittier bishop edward a. Just as there is no higher authority in an earthly kingdom than a king there is no higher authority you and. John 1 niv bible in the beginning was the word, and the.
The power of gods word january 2018 page 1 of 4 helpingpeople change their lives for godspurpose the power of gods word zoe christian fellowship of whittier bishop edward a. This is a great mystery, and we must approach it slowly and humbly. John osteen has written of a man who was well meaning yet totally trapped in a poverty mentality because it was the religious thing. This devotional is based on the book activating the power of gods word. The power of gods word free christian online books. The word of god acts as the pillars supporting the earth. The power of words and the wonder of god seeks to answer this difficult question. The bible holds supreme authority by virtue of its author, who is the king of creation and thus ruler over all the earth.
Reading the book, i find john making two major points. Let me be one with my brothers and sisters that the world might believe i have been sent john. This devotional is based on the book activating the power of god s word. Gods powerful sustaining word he is the radiance of the glory of god and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. The urban alternative is a christian bible teaching and resource ministry founded 39 years ago by dr.
Holman christian standard bible in the beginning was the word, and. All scripture is godbreathed, of course, but john has long been a favorite. As i read through the power of words and the wonder of god, i was taken back in my recollection to the time spent at the conference, given that the pages of this book are, in essence, the manuscripts it was an excellent several days, taking in the instruction from god s word and fellowshiping with those with whom we traveled. Few subjects are more intrinsic to life in christ and the kingdom of god than the power of words. It was because of love that the power of sin and satan were defeated. God created the heaven and the earth through the word. We offer sermons, sermon outlines, books, prayers, bible studies and more on topics such as christian living, marriage, discipleship, and spiritual growth, as taught. In the beginning god created the heavens and the earth. Book of john the glorious scripture the book of john is addressed to all the people of the world and reveals the glorious truth of jesus christ. It is the power of god to salvation for everyone who believes rom. Gods word is to be a lamp for our feet, a light on our path psalm 119. The word of god has the power to accomplish all of this.
Blue letter bible is a free, searchable online bible program providing access to many different bible translations including. With john macarthur and other outstanding bible teachers, youll survey the essentials every minister needs to know about preaching god s word god s way the keys to effective preaching, the character of a faithful preacher, and more. In these chapters, derived from desiring gods 2008 national conference, john piper, sinclair ferguson, and mark driscoll team with worship pastor bob kauflin. We know this because every created thing was created by the word, who was with god from eternity. And another book was opened, which is the book of life. Perhaps surprisingly for many of us, human life reflects god s word in this respect. Job gave us an understanding that the earth is hanging on nothing job 26. In this meaningfullifechangingbook osteen a pastor, evangelist. He came to communicate with all the people of the world. Multitudes of people today are being converted to christ.
The power of words and the wonder of god by john piper. Its gods main means of feeding, comforting, correcting, and protecting his peopleas well as pointing unbelievers to christ. We aim to spread the teaching of gods word through christian media with the goal of transforming lives. The gospel of john begins with a hymn to the word which identifies jesus as the logos and the logos as divine. The prophets often stated that the messages they delivered were gods word. The bible we read that in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god 1. This verse tells us that jesus was known by another name the word. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the majesty on high. The piercing power of the word devotional by john piper for the word of god is living and active, sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Jul 31, 2015 the word of god is powerful, because it is guaranteed by god to be effective. When you consider all that god desires to accomplish through preaching, it becomes apparent why its such a big deal.
This, of course, was not the first time i had used gods words to guide my prayers, but i was reminded again of the power in praying gods words. Their lives are being turned around because of the power of gods word. As i read through the power of words and the wonder of god, i was taken back in my recollection to the time spent at the conference, given that the pages of this book are, in essence, the manuscripts it was an excellent several days, taking in the instruction from gods word and fellowshiping with those with whom we traveled. I was thirteen years old when i first became aware of being under the scalpel of gods word.
Gods power is revealed and experienced in his word. The power of the word of godsermon notes ncc 3rd june. Apostle john eckhardts book prayers that rout demons apostolic prayers. In addition, indepth study tools are provided on the site with access to commentaries, encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other theological resources. The word of god is powerful, because it is guaranteed by god to be effective. The expression the word of god usually refers to a divine message or to a collection of those messages. For the word of the lord is right, and all his work is done in truth. If we wish to make it ours, we must go to that book. Need to understand power in the word of god to rise up and to take on the devil. The bible teaches what we should do in response to gods mercy. Given the contributors, i expected this book to be good. John piper, sinclair ferguson, and other leaders from desiring gods 2008 conference examine the lifealtering power of our words and their impact in sharing the gospel. Thankfully, we dont have to guess what god s words are. If you dont think this spiritual law of speaking gods word works, try it in reverse.