Let God's Word Provide You With Guidance

"Though the Bible was written over sixteen centuries by at least forty authors, it has one central theme--salvation through faith in Christ." - Max Lucado

Every now and then, we find ourselves in need of some comforting thoughts; supplemented by a healthy dose of encouragement. Honestly, even the most tempered soul can sometimes get rattled and desire some solace.

What can one do? We can share our concerns with family, friends, our pastor, or seek the help of a trained professional. But, one of the best, and freely available, resources we have at our disposal is the Bible. Surprisingly, it is often overlooked or discarded altogether.

Between its covers can found comfort when we need it, wisdom and guidance when we seek it, and the encouragement that everything is going to be alright in the end. You know, there are many other sources you could turn to, but none will serve you better than the Word of God.

Let me demonstrate this using Romans 10:13. What better subject than that of salvation! Many put more thought into their order at Starbuck's™ than they do in their salvation. Since all of us are born into sin, this should be a great concern.

Mercifully, God has spoken to us about this subject (of our being saved) in clear and plain language.The significance of salvation is staggering. The word alone hints at misery, suffering, danger, risk of punishment and death.

More importantly, it implies deliverance or liberation from these things as seen in Exodus 14:13; Psalm 106: 8-10; and Isaiah 63:8, 9; 1 Samuel 11:13; and 1 Chronicles 11:14. All is not lost, after all. There is hope.

In a spiritual sense, as indicated in the New Testament, salvation means deliverance from the eternal condemnation of sin. This deliverance, our deliverance, is the result of the incarnation, sufferings, and death of Jesus Christ. It is the salvation of our immortal soul.

Today, I have touched on only one example of the encouragement we can find in the Bible. But, no matter what problem(s) are bearing down on you right now, or at any time, you can always find a wealth of heavenly enlightenment within its pages.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16; Romans 15:4; Isaiah 40:8; Psalm 119:105; John 5:39

Prayer: Dear Lord, I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. -Psalm 119:11

May God bless you!

Inga