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The Word of God Shall Never Fade - Reflection on Isaiah 40:8

Devotional for today

The grass wither, the flower fades: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.

This verse expresses the enduring and unfading power of God’s word. His word is a steadfast and unchanging force in our ever-changing world. It serves as an eternal pillar, guiding us in our lives. In a world full of constant change, flowers, grass, and trees wither and fade away as time goes by; we are reminded that everything in this world is temporary and transient. The beauty and struggles of life undergo fluctuations, but the word of God remains constant and unaffected by the passage of time. It is the eternal light, holds the power that creates and surpasses the world. It is not only the support of the past and present but also our hope for the future. In God’s word, we find timeless truths and the path to salvation. His word is the source of our faith and the assurance of our existence. It provides us with guidance, comfort, and hope. God’s word transcends the limitations of time, constructing a bridge to eternal life and illuminating the direction and purpose of our lives. Just as God says, “Whether the words spoken by God be plain or profound in outward appearance, they are all truths indispensable to man’s life entry; they are the fount of living waters that enables man to survive in both spirit and flesh. They provide what man needs to stay alive; the principles and creed for conducting his daily life; the path he must take to salvation, as well as its goal and direction; every truth that he should possess as a created being before God; and every truth about how man obeys and worships God. They are the guarantee that ensures man’s survival, they are man’s daily bread, and they are also the sturdy support that enables man to be strong and stand up. They are rich in the truth reality with which created mankind lives out normal humanity, rich in the truth by which mankind breaks free from corruption and eludes Satan’s snares, rich in the tireless teaching, exhortation, encouragement, and solace that the Creator gives to created humanity. They are the beacon that guides and enlightens men to understand all that is positive, the guarantee which ensures that men will live out and come into possession of all that is righteous and good, the criterion by which all people, events, and objects are measured, and also the navigation marker that leads men toward salvation and the path of light(The Word, Vol. 2. On Knowing God. Preface).

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Let us pray together:

Dear God, we humbly stand before You, acknowledging our weaknesses and needs. In this ever-changing world, we understand that everything withers like grass and fades like flowers. Our lives are filled with change, and at times, we feel lost and uncertain. However, when we look to Your word, we find a wellspring of comfort, a solid foundation, and the meaning of life. May Your word take root in our hearts, becoming the guiding principle for our actions and behavior. May it be a beacon of light for our faith, leading us away from the bondage of sin and onto the path of eternal life. Amen!

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