"For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit,  of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Hebrews 4:12

As our opening verse tells us, God's word is a powerful probing instrument!
*It is living and active in accomplishing God's purposes, "So shall My word be which goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me empty, Without accomplishing what I desire, And without succeeding in the matter for which I sent it." Isaiah 55:11

Believers, rejoice for Galatians 3:8 tells us, "And the Scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, preached the gospel beforehand to Abraham, saying, 'All the nations shall be blessed in you.'"
Then 1 Peter 1:23 says,
"For you have been born again, not of seed which is perishable but imperishable, that is, through the living and abiding word of God."

God's word is active, sharp and can penetrate a person's innermost being, the very depth of his being. It is God who is at work in each of us to conform us to the image of His Son.

*God's word purifies:
"How can a young man keep his way pure?
By keeping if according to Thy word." Psalm 119:9

Speaking of the Church, which we are, Ephesians 5:26 tells us, "That He might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word."

Jesus prays for us and we know that the Father answers His prayers!
"Sanctify them [purify, consecrate, separate them for Yourself , make  them holy] by Truth; Your Word is Truth."  John 17:17  The Amplified Bible

*The word of God is food for the soul:
"How sweet are Thy words to my taste!
Yes, sweeter than honey to my mouth!" Psalm 119:103

1 Peter 2:2 encourages,
"As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby."

*God's word furnishes a light:
"...The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes."
Psalm 19:8

"Thy Word is a lamp to my feet,
And a light to my path." Psalm 119:105

"The unfolding of Thy words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple." Psalm 119:130

"For these commands are a lamp, this teaching is a light, And the corrections of discipline are the way to life." Proverbs 6:23

Like the Psalmist, let us hid the word of God within and let it do its perfect work in our hearts.
"I seek you with all my heart
Do not let me stray from your commands.
I have hidden your word in my heart
That I may not sin against you.
Praise be to you, O Lord;
Teach me Your decrees." Psalm 119:10-12

With grateful hearts we give praise and honor to You Lord God now and forever. Amen