Daily Words: The Reality of Words

Proverbs 30:5-6 says: Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him. Do not add to His words, Lest He rebuke you, and you be found a liar. (NKJV) To the Hebrew, words were tangibles. They were not just a thought or concept. They had a very real benefit to them now, in this world, not just in the sweet bye and bye. If we could grasp this concept, we could alter our present to bring it in line with the words of God. We should never allow what we can see or feel determine the truth of God's word. The verse tells us that God's word is a shield, therefore it is a real shield. It is not a "hope so" shield; it is a full body shield that will protect us from all ungodly attacks.

Verse 6 tells us not to add to His words. This is extremely important because much of what the modern church teaches is an "add on." While it would be wrong to tell someone that they can do what the Bible forbids, it would be equally wrong to tell someone that they cannot do something that the Bible does not prohibit. The church has added to God's word by creating Sunday worship, the holidays of Christmas and Easter, and neglecting the Biblical feasts and holidays. The real issue is who or what are you going to follow? If you are going to follow Yeshua, i.e. Jesus, then you should follow Him. If you are going to follow a denomination, then examine what that group practices. I have had people tell me that their church connects to the Hebraic roots. I ask a few questions and it becomes very clear that it does not. Again, who are you following? Are you following someone or some group that has added to God's word? If so, read the last part of verse 6 again: "Do not add to His words, Lest He rebuke you, and you be found a liar." Ouch!

Today, ask yourself do you add to God's word? Then, ask yourself do you subtract from God's word? Then, ask yourself who or what are you really following? This inquiry is serious and worthy of your attention.