When I think of a sword, I think of power. With its long, edged piece of metal, the main use of a sword is primarily a cutting or thrusting weapon, but also used to "club." There are many uses/descriptions in the Bible because of the importance of the sword during those times as a weapon.
Taking down of enemies
His word provides us with several instances in which a sword was used to take down enemies. Joshua used the sword to take down the Amalekites as Moses had to keep his hands raised (Exodus 17:8-14). Peter used a sword to cut off the ear of the servant of the high priest when Jesus was arrested (Matthew 26:51).
"Bad" Behavior Comparisons
Comparisons of the sword and "bad" behaviors are also found. Take Provers 25:18 into consideration (Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is the man who gives false testimony against his neighbor). Proverbs 30:14 tells us that those whose teeth are swords and whose jaws are set with knives to devour the poor from the earth, the needy from among mankind.
Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise bring healing (Proverbs 12:18).
Our "Weapon"
The Bible is to be our sword (Ephesians 6:17). A verse that has really caught my eye this past week is Hebrews 4:12. For the word of God is living and powerful, sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Wow--that is powerful. If I want to know what God's will is for me, I have to know the "sword." This is how He communicates to us! You are in a battle every second of every day against Satan--in order to beat him, you have to know what our Heavenly Father expects of you and ways to fight off those temptations! Be diligent in getting your hands dirty and taking time to study!
Taking down of enemies
His word provides us with several instances in which a sword was used to take down enemies. Joshua used the sword to take down the Amalekites as Moses had to keep his hands raised (Exodus 17:8-14). Peter used a sword to cut off the ear of the servant of the high priest when Jesus was arrested (Matthew 26:51).
"Bad" Behavior Comparisons
Comparisons of the sword and "bad" behaviors are also found. Take Provers 25:18 into consideration (Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is the man who gives false testimony against his neighbor). Proverbs 30:14 tells us that those whose teeth are swords and whose jaws are set with knives to devour the poor from the earth, the needy from among mankind.
Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise bring healing (Proverbs 12:18).
Our "Weapon"
The Bible is to be our sword (Ephesians 6:17). A verse that has really caught my eye this past week is Hebrews 4:12. For the word of God is living and powerful, sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Wow--that is powerful. If I want to know what God's will is for me, I have to know the "sword." This is how He communicates to us! You are in a battle every second of every day against Satan--in order to beat him, you have to know what our Heavenly Father expects of you and ways to fight off those temptations! Be diligent in getting your hands dirty and taking time to study!
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