1. THE LIVING WORD Hebrews 4:12

2. Illustrations of The Word’s Power Light Psalm 119:105 – exposes sin Ephesians 5:8-11 – enlightens us 1 John 1:6-10 Food Psalm 119:93, 1 Peter 2:2, John 4:34 – Strength 1 Peter 2:2, Hebrews 5:11-14 Armor of God Psalm 119:11, Eph. 6:14-17 – Weapon Eph. 6:17; 2 Cor. 10:3-5 Treasure Psalm 119:161-168, Colossians 2:3

3. The Word of God Hebrews 4:12 Is alive! (and gives life) John 6:63, 20:30-31; 1 Peter 1:22-23 Is active! (energetic) energizes us 1 Peter 2:2; 1 Thessalonians 2:13 Is sharp! (handle with care—Romans 1:16) Is a discerner of our thoughts and motives (a mirror is another instrument of examination— James 1:22-25)

4. Making The Word of God Live in You Respect it Revelation 22:18-19 Love it 1 Peter 2:1, James 1:21 Read it Ephesians 3:3-4 Meditate on it 1 Timothy 4:13,15, Psalm 1:2 Apply it Matthew 7:21-27 2 Thess. 1:8 Have you obeyed the gospel?