‘All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for
doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness; that the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.’ (2Tim 3:16, 17, KJ)
This scripture has to be memorized and meditated upon! I think of it often, especially when doing ministry. It is especially dear to me …when some people do not believe the Word that I preach. I mean that I do not see visible signs that they receive it. Then I remind myself that the Word of God is the only thing I have to preach, to teach or to counsel. I do not have any other tool, weapon or medicine. I have to believe that it is enough for me and it should be enough for my hearers.
*All scripture- means that each word, each ‘dot’, now and forever has anointing and power of life invested in it.
*God’s inspiration- This word means that God’s Spirit has inspired it, has breath of life in it. It means that when you hear the Word, you’ll be touched by the ‘breeze’ of heaven.
*Profitable- means that the Word has a purpose that can be achieved; you’ll see a profit, results. The Word of God is always practical.
The Word is profitable to the hearers. In Greek the word ‘profitable’ means to be helpful, to give an advantage over others, to make profit, to accumulate reward. Profit is the reward of a successful business man.
Do you want to be rich? Forget the study of economics…Study the Word of God! Then you will be rich! It works!