The Sword Of The Spirit - The Word Of God Brings Life (Part 1)

Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over ALL the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you. Luke 10:19 [New King James Version]

Now you understand that I have imparted to you My Authority to trample over his kingdom. You will trample upon every demon before you and overcome every power satan possesses. Absolutely nothing will harm you as you WALK IN this authority. Luke 10:19 [The Passion Translation]

Many years ago, Holy Spirit began to highlight Truth from well-known and much-loved Scriptures that somehow I hadn’t “seen” before! His Word took on a brand-new relevance as He taught me the importance of believing and speaking His Word. I realised that king’s reign by their words and learned how the tongue acts as the rudder that changes the course of our lives.

Jesus taught that God’s Word is like seed and the more we speak His Word we give it greater opportunity to take root in our hearts and to produce a harvest of good in our lives. Solomon defined this principle in terms of life or death [is in the tongue], and James described it as blessing or cursing. It’s so important that we consistently speak in harmony with Scripture. In this way we play for “Team Righteousness of God in Christ” and not “team accuser of the brethren.” We must also remember that self-condemnation is just as seriously wrong as is judging or criticizing others!

We are God’s children and His Spirit lives in us! Jesus defeated satan from His Cross and He has given us His Authority to use to maintain His Victory. He WANTS us to speak His Word over our lives in every situation, by speaking His Promises into our hearts. He WANTS to bless us with His Supernatural Shalom Peace, His Joy, His Never-ending Love…

Texts for Scripture references used and for optional reading

Psalm 23:4(A) – Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear NO EVIL, for You are with me. [Evangelical Heritage Version]

Psalm 91:10 -therefore, NO EVIL will threaten you, NO CALAMITY will come near your dwelling. [New Catholic Bible]

Isaiah 54:17 - NO WEAPON that is formed against you will prosper; and you will condemn every tongue that rises against you in judgment. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness which is of Me," says the LORD. [New Heart English Bible]

James 3:4-5(a) – a ship is very big, and it is pushed by strong winds. But a very small rudder controls that big ship, making it go wherever the pilot wants. It is the same with the tongue [new century version]

Mark 4:14 - the seed the farmer is sowing is the good news, God’s Word. [The Voice]

Ephesians 6:17(b) - and take the Mighty Razor-Sharp Spirit-Sword of the Spoken Word of God. [The Passion Translation]

Jeremiah 1:12 - the LORD said to me, “you have seen correctly, because I AM watching to make sure My Words come true.” [NCV]

Isaiah 55:11 - in the same way, the Promise that I make does not return to Me, having accomplished nothing. No, it is realized as I desire and is fulfilled as I intend.” [New English Translation]

Proverbs 18:21 - what you say can mean life or death. Those who speak with care will be rewarded. [NCV]

James 3:10(a) - praises and curses come from the same mouth! [NCV]

Proverbs 6:2 -you might get trapped by what you say; you might be caught by your own words. [NCV]

Ephesians 6:16 - at ALL times hold up the shield of faith, with which you will be able to extinguish ALL the flaming arrows of the evil one. [EHV]

2 Corinthians 4:13 - since we have that same spirit of faith, which corresponds to what is written: “I believed; therefore, I have spoken,” we also believe, and therefore we speak. [EHV]

Proverbs 3:1 - follow closely every Truth that I’ve given you [TPT]

Proverbs 7:3 – treasure My Instructions and cherish them within your heart. [TPT]

Proverbs 3:3 – stay focused; do not lose sight of Mercy and Truth; engrave them on a pendant and hang it around your neck; meditate on them so they are written upon your heart. [The Voice]

Psalm 45:1 – my heart is moved with a good theme; I address my verses to the King; my tongue is the pen of a ready writer. [New American standard Bible]