20 August 2026
Paul writes that God “has revealed his word” through the preaching entrusted to him. God has not left us searching in the dark for answers about who He is or how we can know Him. As Mark Penrith said, “Our God is a revealing God.” Creation displays His power and majesty, but creation does not tell us about salvation. We need God’s special revelation. We need His Word.
That makes Scripture far more than an ancient religious book. Mark explained, “The Bible is not an ancient book of myths. It is the very breath of God.” God has spoken, and His Word tells us what we could never discover for ourselves. It reveals our sin. It reveals our Saviour. It reveals the way of salvation. Second Timothy 3:16 says, “All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, for rebuking, for correcting, for training in righteousness.” God gives us His Word because He intends to change us through it.
This also explains why faithful preaching matters. Paul did not invent his message. Mark said, “Paul did not choose this message. He was commanded to deliver it.” Then he applied that principle to preaching today: “I don’t get up here and share my thoughts.” Biblical preaching does not replace God’s Word with human wisdom, personal opinions, or motivational advice. The preacher opens the Word and faithfully delivers what God has said. Second Timothy 4:2 commands, “Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; correct, rebuke, and encourage with great patience and teaching.”
That should shape the way we approach Scripture each day. Do not settle for a hurried reading that leaves your life untouched. Give God ten focused minutes today. Read a passage slowly. Ask what it teaches you about God. Ask what it exposes in you. Ask what should change because it is true. Mark described the preacher as “a herald. A town crier. A man who did not choose his message but has been commanded to deliver it.” God has spoken. His Word is trustworthy. We should listen with humble hearts and ready obedience.
Do you approach Scripture primarily as information to learn, or as God’s truth that should reshape the way you live?
Prayer: Father, thank You for speaking through Your Word. Give me ears to hear, a heart to obey, and a life that reflects Your truth. Amen.