[Discoveries] 08-06-08 We have far more -- John 5:39

[Inspiration in Your Inbox]

/*You diligently study the Scriptures because you think that by them you 
possess eternal life. These are the Scriptures that testify about Me ... 
-- John 5:39*/

What gives the word of God its power? Its connection to God. Remember 
that Satan quoted the scriptures. But in Satan's hands the word did not 
bring life. It only brought temptation -- a design for destruction.

I say this because there are many good things in the Christian life, but 
none of them will take the place of Jesus. Good friends, wonderful 
Christian leaders, Bible studies, this devotional, Psalms and Proverbs 
and prophecies -- none of those things give life. Jesus gives life. 
Sometimes Jesus enters your life through these good things, but I cannot 
-- nor can anyone or anything else -- impart life apart from Jesus.

The touch of Jesus is unmistakable. Where there was darkness, now there 
is light. Where there was turmoil, now there is peace. Where lies 
painfully twisted the fibers of our hearts, Jesus brings soothing, 
life-giving truth. Where there was death, now there is life.

When we minister to each other and to others, it's always tempting to 
leave someone with a verse or a good idea or an encouraging word. Those 
things are nice, but since we have far more -- let's offer it. Let's 
bring Jesus to our world.

Be encouraged!
Dwight

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