THE WORD OF GOD

Introduction:

A. Attributes of God

1. The love of God.

2. The wrath of God.

3. The grace of God.

B. The Word of God.

1. This phrase is normally associated with the Bible.

2. It is also something we need to understand in relation to God.

Body:

I. God's Word Is Powerful.

A. The Word of God Created (Genesis 1, 2).

B. The Word of God Preserves (2 Peter 3: 5 - 7).

C. The Word of God Reveals (Hebrews 4: 12, 13).

II. God's Word Is Authoritative.

A. The Word of God Judges (John 12: 47 - 50).

B. The Word of God is Eternal (1 Peter 1: 22 - 25).

III. God's Word Is Beneficial.

A. The Word of God Provides Growth (1 Peter 2: 1 - 3).

B. The Word of God Perfects God's Love (1 John 2: 3 - 6).

C. The Word of God Works Effectively (1 Thessalonians 2: 13).

Conclusion:

A. The Word of God.

1. Is powerful.

2. Is authoritative.

3. Is beneficial.

B. The Bible, God's Word.

1. Is powerful, authoritative, and beneficial.

2. Understanding the Word of God helps us realize the importance of studying God's Word (the Bible).