What other Bible verses emphasize the importance of knowing God's Word and power? Matthew 22:29 — The Wake-Up Call “Jesus answered, ‘You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God.’” Scripture as Our Lifeline - Joshua 1:8 – “This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; you are to recite it day and night, so that you may carefully observe everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do.” - Psalm 1:2-3 – “His delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water… who prospers in all he does.” - Psalm 119:9 – “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word.” - Psalm 119:11 – “I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.” - Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” - Acts 17:11 – “The Bereans… examined the Scriptures every day to see if these teachings were true.” - 2 Timothy 3:15-17 – “From infancy you have known the Sacred Scriptures… All Scripture is God-breathed… so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.” - Colossians 3:16 – “Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you…” Experiencing the Power of God - Romans 1:16 – “The gospel… is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” - 1 Corinthians 1:18 – “The message of the cross… is the power of God.” - Ephesians 1:17-19 – “…that you may know… the surpassing greatness of His power toward us who believe.” - Ephesians 3:20 – “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more… according to His power that is at work within us.” - 2 Peter 1:3 – “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him…” - 1 Thessalonians 1:5 – “Our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power, in the Holy Spirit, and with full conviction.” - 2 Corinthians 4:7 – “We have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this surpassingly great power is from God and not from us.” Where Word and Power Converge - Hebrews 4:12 – “The word of God is living and active… it judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” - Jeremiah 23:29 – “‘Is not My word like fire,’ declares the LORD, ‘and like a hammer that smashes a rock?’” - Isaiah 55:10-11 – “My word… will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.” - John 8:31-32 – “If you continue in My word… you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” - John 17:17 – “Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth.” - 1 John 2:14 – “…you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one.” - 1 Peter 1:23 – “Born again… through the living and enduring word of God.” - 1 Peter 2:2 – “Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation.” Living Out the Wake-Up Call - Read Scripture daily; let it shape your thinking before anything else can. - Memorize and meditate on key passages; carry them into every situation. - Lean on the Spirit to turn what you read into real-time power for obedience, witness, and endurance. - Share the Word with others—its power multiplies as you speak it. - Expect God’s power to confirm His Word in changed lives, answered prayer, and bold faith. |
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