Trembling at God's Word
When I read a regular book, I usually try to relax and enjoy what I am reading. When I read something that is very technical, I have to concentrate very hard so I don't miss any details and I understand all of what is being said. Sometimes, that is hard for me, so I have to get someone to help me. However, when I read the Bible it is totally different from reading any other book. It is God's Word. Just the thought that I am able to have the Lord speak to me through His Word makes me take it very seriously. That is what God wants all of us to do when He speaks to us. In fact, it should even be more than taking it seriously. (Isaiah 66:2) "My hands have made heaven and earth; they and everything in them are mine. I, the Lord, have spoken. I will bless those who have humble and contrite hearts, who tremble at My Word." I wonder how often we really tremble at God's Word? According to this verse we should do that so that God will bless us. Let's consider what God ...