Pastor Ralph Posted January 1, 2013 Report Share Posted January 1, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerbrand van Schalkwyk Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? 1st the Word tells us Who we are serving. We will never know God if we don't know how He acts and how much He can do. The Word also teaches us how we have to live, how to serve God. How we are to receive Christ and the Holy Spirit. As disciples it also teaches us how to convey the message to others and what to teach those we are leading to Christ. Does it have a power of its own? Yes. Christ is the Word as well. The Word is God inspired. How does that seem to operate? God communicated to us through the Word. He teaches us throught the Word. The Word was with God right from the beginning. Since it is God inspirered the Word gives us all the Wisdom and knowlage we need What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? We are not bringing people to a religion, but to God. And God gave us tools to do it with. The most important tools are the Word of God, experiance of living with God, God's Spirit that guides and teaches us and the church where we receive teachings, support and upliftment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delivered Posted January 27, 2013 Report Share Posted January 27, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? The Word of God is the Messiah, God's Son, it is also God's teaching word of "TRUTH" that God’s Word will live in we who "BELIEVE", and we who "ACT" on that belief, so that we will be a witness to others, as they see God molding us into a new creation as promised, a new creation is one that strives after that of holiness, a life worthy of the walk, so that we may give "PRAISE" as we offer up to God our lives, a living sacrifice for Him to mold for sending to us His Son, His Passover Lamb, The Living Word. Does it have a power of its own? It is all powerful. How does that seem to operate? It operates from our "WILL", allowing the Word to come alive in us. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? If our lives are not living proof that the Word of God does live in our lives, and is all powerful, then the implication would be proof that what we say is not true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raph Posted January 28, 2013 Report Share Posted January 28, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? In molding disciples' lives, the Word of God strengthens the disciples' faith, makes them to be free from sin and become new born persons. Does it have a power of its own? Yes, the Word of God has power of its own. How does that seem to operate? It operates through the Holy Spirit. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word are that, if they spread the Word wrongly i.e. with intent to farther personal interests, people will be lead astray, but if they spread the Word correctly, many believers will be made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charisbarak Posted January 29, 2013 Report Share Posted January 29, 2013 The Word is primary. It exposes the parts of us that the Holy Spirit has to be at work in us to change and grow. It is the eternal truth where we learn about God and His works. Yes there is Power in the Word! It operates through the Holy Spirit. As a discipler, we encourage daily Bible reading, studying and memorization to become familiar with the Word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Commissioned Posted January 30, 2013 Report Share Posted January 30, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives is to clean, sanctify and set them free from sin so that they could live with power and deep conviction; bearing fruitf and growing. The Word of God is powerful and bring deep conviction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thanking Joan Posted January 30, 2013 Report Share Posted January 30, 2013 The word of God is the truth which sets us free. It is Jesus ,it is the Bread of Life. Man cannot live by bread alobe but every word that comes from the mouth of God. It is the light and lamp to my path. It is a guideline by which the disciples' are taught to live . It is the word of God and yes it has power when spoken and believed and acted upon. It seems to operate through our faith and the Spirit of God dwelling in us. This powerful action of the Word of God can change and transform the life of the disciple, ultimately leading many souls to Jesus Christ.It is powerful and can do wonders in the life of the disciple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hanks Posted January 30, 2013 Report Share Posted January 30, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in moulding disciples' lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The Word of God is the means by which people are born again; for without the Word no one would know that salvation was available or even know the way of salvation. This is seen in Romans 10:14, “How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? As the disciples hear or read the Word they become convicted of their sins and come to realise that only through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ can they ever be saved. It has a further vital role in moulding the lives of disciples, even completely transforming their lives. The effectiveness of the gospel is seen as believers become imitators of Christ. Jesus Himself told us in Matthew 4:4, “Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.” So we see that our spiritual life is maintained by the daily nourishment with the Word of God. It is the Holy Spirit that empowers the disciples to persevere and continue to be Christians throughout their lives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-c Posted January 30, 2013 Report Share Posted January 30, 2013 What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? It is all impotant to the disciple. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All scripture is God-breathed, and is useful in teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. Does it have a power of its own? John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The power of the Word of God goes beyond our ability to comprehend. How does that seem to operate? Isaiah 55:10-11 As the rain and snow come down from heaven, and do not return from it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seeds for the sower and bread for the eater, 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. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? An effective discipler of others, needs to know God's Word; to hold on, rely upon, and cling to it. Because it is the answer for all of life's questions and is relevant in all situations they may face as a discipler of others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travis63 Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? It provides the known Will of God, it provides the guideline to follow /live. The Word as received is REALLY the teacher, when received it nourish and nurture, it provides spiritual growth. Does it have a power of its own? He is ALL Power How does that seem to operate? Majestically, by way of the Holy Spirit What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? It is implied that the discipler is in agreement with the Word of God, as he/she is in agreement with the Word he/she will then be the sowerer or the waterer and God will provide the increase. If the discipler is not in agreement with The Word of God they will present a disorted view of the Lord and all that extends from the Lord. The latter is not good the discipler need to reassess, and repent, our actions, our acts have implications (spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically). If we want to serve God, we are to do so that way that He wants us to. Anything outside of His Will is not His Will, it is a facet of our will, our spirit, and this could be adverse, a determent to potential disciples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanMary Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? The Word of God is Spirit and life! It is the two edged sword which cuts to bone and marrow....It is truth and "cuts" out and reveals error, pitfalls, false doctrine, etc. It tells us how and where to walk in safety. It is the Owner's manual, the guide book for living. It is the foundation and the building blocks in our lives. To think that a disciple can be molded without it is ludicrous and dangerous. Does it have a power of its own? Absolutely! It is God breathed, alive, active...It's the voice of our creator to us in the written Word. How does that seem to operate? It exercises super human power in those who adhere to and trust and rely on it. (amplified) It has the power and is the vehicle the Lord uses to renew our minds, and to impart wisdom, and encouragement, and is a key way He reveals Who He is. It's HIS-story from cover to cover. It reveals all we need to know! What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? I think the implication is that the discipler study to show him/her self approved, and to rightly divide the Word, so as to teach truth, and not error, through ignorance of the whole counsel of God. To study and to avoid taking obscure passages out of context , or to focus on trivia..(which Goliath had 6 toes and 6 fingers and was he the Goliath David killed, for instance and other nonsense "bird walks"). To convey to the disciple that scripture is a key way that the Lord speaks to individuals, therefore to read the Word with open heart and mind for what the Holy Spirit is saying...that it is more critical than food, if it comes to that, in the life of the disciple. To teach the love of God's Word, and the love of God for each of us, as shown in the Word is critical to the discipler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trusting God Posted January 31, 2013 Report Share Posted January 31, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? The role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives is that it: • “clean” (John 15:3), • "Sanctify”(John 17:17), • “set free from sin” (Romans 6:17-18), • "Faith” (Romans 10:17), • "bearing fruit and growing." (Colossians 1:5b-6a), • "with power,” (1 Thessalonians 1:5), • “with deep conviction," (1 Thessalonians 1:5) • “living and active,” (Hebrews 4:12) • “Sharper”, (Hebrews 4:12) • “it judges," (Hebrews 4:12) • "give us birth," (James 1:18), and • "born again." (1 Peter 1:23) Does it have a power of its own? Yes, the Word of God does have power of its own for it is the power of God’s word that can change, disciple, and is the agent of growth in a Christian’s life. How does that seem to operate? The Word of God operates through the power of the Holy Spirit who lead, guide, directs, and convicts all believers. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word is that through the power of God His Word is alive and active in a believer’s life when they live lives that are in accord with God and His Word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjcargile Posted February 1, 2013 Report Share Posted February 1, 2013 What is the role of the word of God in molding disciples' lives? -The word of God changes, transform and mold a disciple into God's pathway and into his Kingdom. Does it has a power of its own? -Yes, it is sharper than any two-edge sword, it pentrates even to dividing soul and Spirit, joints and morrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. How does that seems to operate? -The word of God is powerful and it set us free from sin through the Holy Spirit. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the word? -Transforming, obeying the teaching of His Holy Word. Born again through the living word of God (1 peter1:23). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marie Beukes Posted February 1, 2013 Report Share Posted February 1, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The word disciple means to be a learner, a pupil of a master. The Word of God is living and active and is a powerful agent for change, growth and discipleship to grow in the likeness of Christ for the sake of others. Once we have heard the word and believe it, we should continue believing. God invites us to live from faith to faith. We need to constantly be renewed in the spirit of our minds. Attitudes begin in our minds and are renewed by the Word of God and therefore we need to read daily. "For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any doubled-edged sword, it penetrates even to diving soul and spirit, it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart". Hebrews 4: 12. Jesus said : I am the way, Jesus has certain ways of doing things and if we submit to His way everything will work out, but so often we wrestle and struggle with Him, trying to do things our way. We must live in obedience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haar Posted February 1, 2013 Report Share Posted February 1, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The role of the Word of God in moulding disciples'life is energising boosting their faith and nourishing their souls, spirit and body. This is because the Word of God is living, sharper than a two edget sword. It is the bread of live that nourishes the disciple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazesyd23 Posted February 2, 2013 Report Share Posted February 2, 2013 Q5.What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples? A. The Word of God is our foundational guide. It changes and transforms us into the image of Christ. It strengthens our faith, brings joy, peace and has the power to keep us. Q.Does it have power of its own? A. Yes. Heb 4:12 says the Wordnof God is quick and powerful, sharper than any two-edges sword., piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. Q. How does that seem to operate? A. By the power of the holy Spirit. Q. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action ot the Word? They will be cleansed, sanctified, and though at one time a slave to sin, but because of their wholehearted obedience to the teaching of the Word entrusted to them, they have now been set free from sin and is now a slave to righteousness. Rom 6:17-18 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sank T Monius Posted February 2, 2013 Report Share Posted February 2, 2013 1 Thessalonians 2:13 Q). What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? A). The role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives is to produce holiness: "Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth." (John 17:17) # Q). Does it have a power of its own? A). Consider the power of God's word in this verse: "You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you." (John 15:3) # Q). How does that seem to operate? A). Like yeast in dough, it is changing and transforming the dough over time. # Q). What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? A). Because of the power of God's word, the role of teacher in a congregation is a very powerful agent for change, growth, and discipleship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lion of Grace Posted February 2, 2013 Report Share Posted February 2, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The role of the word of God is EVERYTHING! The Word of God cleanses, sanctifies, sets us free from sin to become slaves of righteousness, produces faith, fruit, growth and convicts us discerning our hearts. Does it have a power of it's own? Yes, it is LIVING and ACTIVE. It operates like the example of yeast and dough in this lesson. It is always changing and transforming all the time. The implications for disciplers and teachers is that they are powerful agents for change and growth using the power of the Word of God. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etheldma Posted February 3, 2013 Report Share Posted February 3, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word (1) It the word that teach and guide me with my daily walk with God because without is word we would be lost we have to believe in word . (2) Yes it does the word have all the power. (3) Born again, beleive ,have faith we would be lost without is word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ann66 Posted February 3, 2013 Report Share Posted February 3, 2013 Q 5(1 thessalonians 2:13)- What is the role of the word of God in molding disciples lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciples of this powerful actions of the word? Ans-It disciplines us and puts us on the right track with God. The power that it have is teaching us to live according to Gods word and his purpose. It operates through the holy spirit. We need know that we believe what our father has told us and that we come to an agreement of his word with faith. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Posted February 4, 2013 Report Share Posted February 4, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? The role of the Word of God in molding disciples' lives is summed up best in Paul's pastorial letter to Timothy: "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." II Tim 3:16-17 (NIV) The Word of God contains the truth and power that God has given. When applied to one's life the Word of God changes/transforms the individual through the power and interaction of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. John said: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." John 1:1 (NIV) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guitar Jim Posted February 10, 2013 Report Share Posted February 10, 2013 Q5. (1 Thessalonians 2:13) What is the role of the Word of God in molding disciples’ lives? The Word of God is and should always be the foundation of all Christian teaching. In moulding disciples' lives it's vital that we ground them well in the Word of God and back up the things we teach them with sound Biblical doctrine. Does it have a power of its own? How does that seem to operate? Yes I believe the Word of God is alive and a double-edged sword. To proclaim the Word of God, backed up of course by the Holy Spirit, is the way to reach people. Living a Godly life is important too but there's something about speaking the Word of God that will get us over the line. My bass player is a very easy going affable man who wouldn't hurt a fly. He wouldn't say a bad word about anyone and he's helpful and generous to a fault. But he's an athiest. When you get to really know him you discover that he's amoral and ungodly and the only reason he's so affable is because he did too many drugs back in the 1970s. But on the surface he seems a really good man. The point I'm trying to make here is that it's sometimes not enough to just live out the Christian life. We have to let the words we speak be those God would have us speak. We have to actually speak of the things of the Lord unto Salvation. What are the implications for disciplers of this powerful action of the Word? Well, for one thing, we need to guard our tongues and we also need to be well grounded in the Word of God. The Gospel is the power of God unto Salvation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilter Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 1.We have to remember that Jesus Christ is the word (John 1-1). If we live our lives as leaders , preacher we have to live by the word. Our lives we live should be in the image of Jesus Christ the word. 2. There is no other kind of power than the word of God. The word of God is there for us in any situation were in.It will guide us it will lead us we only have to not only read it we must study it. There is no problems we have that we can go to the bible with prayer and find a solution. When you read verse and dont' understand pray for understanding I promise it will come. The word is truth so that is what we will get. PRAISE THE LIVING GOD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonate Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double- edged sword , it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit , joints and marrow ; it judges the thoughts and attitude of the heart. ( heb4:12) How powerful is the Word of God! it gives life to the one who reads it and meditates it by the power of the Holy Spirit. The word of God molds and melts not only the new believers but all of us who are grow in Christ daily by His grace. For the new christian and already the one who lives and walks in the knowledge of Christ the Word of God becomes as strong indicator to show us our walk with C hrist. when we meditate, memorise the Word of God it comforts us , cleanses us ahd heals us. we get encouragement and strength to shape our character as that of Christ Jesus and it gives us strength to establish the Kingdom of God. The Word of God is all powerful and when we read the Word of God with the help of the Holy Spirit we the Holy Spirit gives us fresh revelations from the Word of God which can have tremndous effect on our character and helps us serve Christ joyfully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joy irowa Posted February 17, 2013 Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 the word of God sanctifys, gives faith, gives direction, helps to grow etc yes becaues Jesus is the word Jn1:1 speak the word to effect a change Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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