10/12/2023
SUNDAY 8TH OCTOBER 2022.
ROOTED IN GOD'S WORD.
1JOHN 1:1-5.
To be Rooted means to be fixed strongly in a place so you can benefit.
The main thing that gives us light everyday is not the moon and the sun but the word of God. If you are not rooted in the word of God you can be easily distracted and carried away at anytime.
REASONS TO BE ROOTED IN GOD'S WORD.
1.It gives counsel and wisdom.(Psalm 37:1-5)
2. It is a weapon of warfare.(Hebrews 4:12).
3. Life is full of battles, challenges and Embarrassment(1Peter 5).
4. To avoid Deception (1 Cor 15:35-36).
5. It gives authority to the believers(Job 22:28).
6. It gives peace and protection (Psalm 37:25).
ADVANTAGES OF BEING ROOTED IN GOD'S WORD.
1. It is used as a defense mechanism(Matt 4:3-4, Proverbs 26:43).
2. It is an offensive weapon (Psalm 34:17).
3. It gives Hope of eternity (John 5:39).
4. It guides and direct (Psalm 119:105).
5. It fosters boldness and encouragement (Romans 8:37).
6. It is a solution provider (Luke 5:4).
WHAT TO DO TO BE ROOTED IN GOD'S WORD.
Read and Meditate on the Word of God.(2 Timothy 2:15).
e ready to die completely to sin (John 12:24).