by Marilyn Ehle
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“God’s word is not chained.� 2 Timothy 2:9
Albania, once the most restrictive of East Bloc countries, heavily wrapped in the chains of Communism, today is the site of a growing Christian Church. In 1949, many people believed China would be forever closed to the freeing gospel of Christ, but Li Baiguang, a prominent Christian and legal scholar in Beijing recently said, “In 20 to 30 years China will have several hundred million believers.�
Although the ministry of the Apostle Paul seemed to be over—he was imprisoned by the Emperor Nero, “chained like a criminal�—he could say with complete assurance that “God’s word is not chained.� Another writer of scripture describes the word of God as alive, active, sharp and penetrating.
As we simply believe and confidently speak the word—and words—of God, we can be sure that he will bless and bring results: “The word that goes forth…will not return empty but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it� (Isaiah 55:11). God’s word cannot be chained!
May the knowledge that Your word is alive and eternal and will bring forth the results You have in mind give me courage to faithfully share that word. Thank you for having purposes far greater than I could ever imagine.
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Hello,
I just want to draw your attention to the verse which says “so my word that goes out from my mouth: it will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what i desire and achieve the purpose for which i sent it..NIV” it is Isaiah 55:11 not Isaiah 55:22 as stated in the Unchained message…the last verse in Isaiah 55 is 13..
thanks for the word
I have a little story to share about Albania. In the 1970 – 80s the then Anglican Bishop of Europe – Bishop John – along with one or two friends, on several occasions in secret crept across the border in remote corners of Albania to celebrate the Eucharist. A brave man. One wonders what would have happened to him and his friends – and the Albanians he shared the Eucharist with – had they been caught. The Word cannot – simply cannot – be chained.
Pastor Graham
I like this message too. God’s word/s are really powerful. They are alive because they are felt in the lives of those who believe Him and I have experienced it too. His words have worked in so many ways in my life. Thank you for sending me this thought for today.