1005. 984. Word of God

984. Word of God

Seven things are said, or implied, of the Word of God in Heb_4:12.

1. Divine in its source, hence, it is called “the Word of God.”

2. Living in its nature, for it is “quick,” or living.

3. Powerful in its working, hence, it is said to be “powerful.”

4. Keen in its operation, hence, it is “sharper than any two-edged sword.

5. Minute in its dividing, hence, it is said to be able to divide between soul and spirit, etc.

6. Critical in its analysis, hence, it is a “discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”

7. Double in its make, hence, it is called a “two-edged sword.”

By: DR. F. E. MARSH