Application of the Word

Scripture Verse - James 1:22 "but be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your ownselves."

The Word of the Lord has great power. It can change our lives greatly. It comes to us in a several ways. We get inspiration from our Bible reading, from the teachings we receive in our churches, from books and other writings, through the testimonies of people. I have even been greatly inspired by several Christian movies; Facing the Giants, Fireproof, The Passion of Christ. Tyler Perry's films usually carry a strong spiritual message in them. His latest film; I Can do Bad All By Myself has a scene in which a pastor preachs a powerful sermon. I was greatly moved by it. But, it is not enough to be inspired. The Word has to be applied to our lives for it to do us any good. The Word is profitable for correction, reproof, and instruction in righteousness. For the Word to take hold in our lives we need to prayerfully practice these 3 things. First, we need to prayerfully ask God to reveal problem areas in our lives. Second, we need to ask God to help us come up with a plan to fix these problems. And third, we need to execute the plan.

In Matt. 21:28-31 Jesus was speaking to the the chief priests and elders in the temple when He gave the following illustration; There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said, 'Son, go and work today in the vineyard.' 'I will not,' he answered, but later he changed his mind and went. Then the father went to the other son and said the same thing. He answered, 'I will, sir,' but he did not go. Which of the two did what his father wanted? They answered, "the first." It is not enough to intend to do things. We must do them. Take the inspiration God gives you and let Him help you apply these things to you life.

Be Blessed and Live in the NOW