"Every word of God is tested; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him, do not add to His words or He will reprove you, and you will be proved a liar."
-Proverbs 30:5-6 (NASB)
-Proverbs 30:5-6 (NASB)
God has been around forever! Throughout all of history, even before the history of the Earth and people inhabiting it, God has been present and active. Many people before us have talked to God, witnessed His power, and tested His word. Throughout the history of mankind, there has been one constant: God.
Through their testing, covenant making, pushing the limits, listening, rebelling and covenant breaking, faithful service, prayer and communication with God, our ancestors have found that God is a source of protection. The world can be cruel and harsh, but we can be reassured that God loves us and offers us protection.
Proverbs 30:5-6 reminds that there is also a warning that comes with this protection: we must not add to or change God's word. When we alter God's word, we erode the meaning of His message and damage our own credibility.
God has given us His perfect assurance and protection. God was the beginning and His word has been proven through the tests of time. We can rely on God, but we must be sure to rely on God's perfect word...not our reinvention of God's word!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for your tested and perfect word. Please protect me and help me to prosper in furthering Your kingdom with Your word. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Through their testing, covenant making, pushing the limits, listening, rebelling and covenant breaking, faithful service, prayer and communication with God, our ancestors have found that God is a source of protection. The world can be cruel and harsh, but we can be reassured that God loves us and offers us protection.
Proverbs 30:5-6 reminds that there is also a warning that comes with this protection: we must not add to or change God's word. When we alter God's word, we erode the meaning of His message and damage our own credibility.
God has given us His perfect assurance and protection. God was the beginning and His word has been proven through the tests of time. We can rely on God, but we must be sure to rely on God's perfect word...not our reinvention of God's word!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for your tested and perfect word. Please protect me and help me to prosper in furthering Your kingdom with Your word. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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