Today was our first day at Horizon Church in Victorville. I am still going through separation anxiety from leaving The Gathering Place. I watched a few minutes of worship on Ustream from TGP before going to service. It is very difficult to go to a new church. I know it takes time to find out where we fit in, but initially it is an uncomfortable feeling.
Pastor Larry White and the worship team were very good. Songs were sung, praises were lifted high, and we entered into the very presence of Yahweh. He is so good to us! Without His presence, life is not worth living here. He is the reason for life!!
The sermon was about the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God. Pastor Larry drove home the fact that the sword was a small sword (not big like I had always pictured) which was used as an offensive weapon with absolute pinpoint accuracy. The Word of God must not be used in a sloppy way. It is to kick the enemy's tail.
He shared how the Word of God is infallible and is God's manual to us. Through the Holy Spirit, we are able to experience God through His Word. He gave us three truths about the Word of God.
1. God's Word strengthens (nourishes) us. Psalm 19:7-14
2. His Word guides us. It is a moral compass for our lives. Psalm 119:105
3. God's Word empowers us. Hebrews 4:12
One more important thing (perhaps the most important point that he made) is that we must be obedient to what the Word says. When we read or hear the Word, it will only be effective if we obey. May the Lord bless you as you walk in the Spirit and be obedient to the Word of God!
