2 Corinthians 6:7: By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armor of righteousness on the right hand and on the left.
Genuine love is so desperately needed today. We do not need pious pretenders quoting pious platitudes. We do not need phony professors of faith who tell you how much they love you and then put a knife in your back. We need real, genuine love. We need the love that the Spirit of God puts into hearts. “By the word of truth.” The “word of truth” means that a preacher should know his Bible. He should preach “by the power of God,” which is possible only as a pastor spends time alone with God before he steps into the pulpit. “By the armor of righteousness on the right hand and on the left” is right living in all areas. 1
Personal Application
- Read 2 Corinthians 10:3-6. What kind of aggressive spiritual action must be taken by Christians as a part of our daily walk with God?
Godly Encouragement
- This charge I commit to you, son Timothy, according to the prophecies previously made concerning you, that by them you may wage the good warfare, having faith and a good conscience, which some having rejected, concerning the faith have suffered shipwreck.
A Biblical Thought to Share with Others
To be battle ready is not a spiritual option. – TWEET IT
A Prayer to Consider
Lord, thank You for the certainly of Your Word and the power of Your Spirit.
1. McGee, J. V. (1991). Thru the Bible commentary: The Epistles (2 Corinthians) (electronic ed., Vol. 45). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.
