A life REGULATED by the Word…

The Bible tells us, "To the law and to the testimony. If they speak not according to this word it is because there is no life in them." Isa. 8:20

“The life of a Christian is a life regulated by the Word of God just as it reads.” Reflecting Christ, p. 77

Because God’s Word is divinely inspired, it is not like a mere human piece of literature that we can tamper with or adjust to suit our purposes. We don’t change or twist its truth to meet our culture or the political correctness of modern times. We don’t push it aside for our own theories or personal preferences of interpretation. Why? Because it came by inspiration of God, and God does not change. (2 Pet. 1:20,21, Mal. 3:6)

“The children of God have reached the most critical part of their pilgrimage; for the nets and pitfalls of the enemy are on every side. And yet with the guidance of the Lord, with that which is plainly revealed in His Word, we may walk securely and not stumble. But we shall daily need to seek God, to inquire, “Is this the way of the Lord?” You cannot go on following your own inclination, and at the same time be treading in safe paths. You cannot live to please yourself, but must submit your will to God. But how will you understand what is the will of God unless you study His Word with humble and contrite heart?”  Youth Instructor, May 18, 1893, par. 4

Is your life being regulated by the Word of God today? If not, are you willing to ask God to make the changes in your heart that are needed? Join me in asking for a closer walk, according to His Word today! We are told, “If the heart has been renewed by the Spirit of God, the life will bear witness to the fact… A change will be seen in the character, the habits, the pursuits.” Steps to Christ, p. 57