ACT 21: DYNAMITE?

MARCH 30, 2022

Some of us are great at memorising Bible verses. Some of us get them mixed up with Disney and Shakespeare quotes or even hymn texts. All of us, though, can probably remember a time when a Bible verse was a “light unto our path.” A moment when it seemed like God spoke directly into your life situation a word of hope or understanding.

I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. (Psalm 119:11)

I love the Bible! Does that surprise you? It is the inspired word of God and to be honest I don’t know how I would get through the experiences of life without its teaching and truth. People have risked life and limb for this book. I can remember reading the words of Mahatma Gandhi, who said this: “You Christians look after a document containing enough dynamite to blow all civilisation to pieces, turn the world upside down and bring peace to a battle-torn planet. But you treat it as though it is nothing more than a piece of literature.”

Perhaps Gandhi was right, if so, then we need to start treating the Bible like the dynamite it is, and recognize that it’s so much more than just a book, more than a piece of literature! IT IS THE LIVING WORD OF GOD!

“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints, and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 DYNAMITE!

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16 DYNAMITE!

Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. Matthew 7:24 DYNAMITE!

So is 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. Isaiah 55:11 DYNAMITE!

Therefore, say to them, ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: None of my words will be delayed any longer; whatever I say will be fulfilled, declares the Sovereign Lord.’ Ezekiel 12:28 DYNAMITE!



He sent out his word and healed them;
he rescued them from the grave. Psalm 107:20 DYNAMITE!!



What’s your favourite Bible verse? One of Mine, is the line from Romans 8:31: ‘If God is for us, who can be against us?’ (NIV). I’ve always found it to be a huge encouragement that brings perspective regardless of all that’s going on around me. What is yours?

Sharing a verse of scripture with others can encourage and help them too. Consider what verse you could share, who you could share it with and the best way to share it today. Give that gift of light, life, freedom, and hope to someone today.

Share a favourite verse, tell the story of how it came to you, and how it changed your perspective. You never know who might be in a similar situation.

Go on. Share your verse today! Take out your phone and message, tweet, Instagram, or TikTok to the masses your verse. Send it to an individual. Generously, let us bless someone else today, right now with the comfort of God’s word.