What is the "Word of God?"

You must understand what is the inspired word of God? The Bible as we know it today is not the only inspired word of God.

What?

Before you accuse me of being a heretic let me explain.

In the Greek vocabulary you will find two words are used to describe the word of God.

The first is Logos which is defined as the "written word." This includes the thoughts, reasoning, and motives in those words.

The second Greek word is Rhema which is defined as the "spoken word" or the utterance of God. This would be the words spoken to you by the Holy Spirit.

When scripture was first spoken it was the Rhema of God which then became the Logos.

Both come from the same source therefore it only makes since that the two would agree with each other. Yet believers do NOT always agree with each other in interpretation. This is why you must learn how to listen to the Holy Spirit. This why Jesus said he would send the Holy Spirit to you. It is the Holy Spirit’s job to guide you into all truth. Read John 16:13.

Without the Holy Spirit there is no Rhema. All you have left is Logos which can not be properly interpreted without the Holy Spirit.

Then on the other hand how will you know what is the Rhema of God? You need the Logos or the witness of other spirit filled believers to confirm the Rhema of God. God knew we would preserve His written word but he also knew that the written word would not be enough to reveal to you what you need to fulfill your assignment here on earth. He knew it would take a daily relationship with the Holy Spirit to reveal to you His wisdom. Read. 1 Cor. 2:7-16.

You must hear the word of God for you today! The Spirit is speaking. If you are not hearing the voice of God, then seek Him that you might hear Him speak clearly. He is not a God of confusion. The Holy Spirit will teach you the truth and give you an understanding of God's word.


Steve Hart