For the word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]; it is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating to the dividing line of the breath of life (soul) and [the immortal] spirit, and of joints and marrow [of the deepest parts of our nature] exposing and sifting and analyzing and judging, the very thoughts and purposes of the heart. Heb. 4:12 Amplified
The amplified version of Hebrews 4:12 brings forth the unfathomable riches and reality of God’s words spoken to His people. He speaks to the church and to us individually with the power to pierce through our natural thoughts and cultural clutter. The Bible, the inspired written words of God, brings general direction, correction, and encouragement for life. God’s prophetic gifts, words and actions spoken and demonstrated through His people, bring insight and understanding for specific life situations. In this day and hour we need the sharp, penetrating words of His Spirit. His words will analyze and sift our thoughts beyond our natural abilities. It is in this penetration that we distinguish between the un-renewed soul and our regenerated spirit.
The dichotomy between soul and spirit is both a battleground and a bridge. It is the great battleground of decision. It’s also the bridge to the supernatural. Our choice is to allow the life and power of His words to penetrate into the deepest part of our person. We then have a bridge crossing over into the supernatural dimensions of the Kingdom of God.
Today, allow His words to go deeply into places of resistance. Let them dissect and decide your course and your understanding. Let them be the bridge to the supernatural riches of the Kingdom of God in this day and hour.