The Sword is Mightier...

"(Take the) sword of the Spirit which is the word of God."
Ephesians 6:17b

The sword has always been one of the most feared weapons in hand to hand combat. Throughout history, it has been the weapon of choice for soldiers on the battlefield. The sword is not merely a defensive weapon. It is used to strike the opposition, to take territory, and to push back the enemy.
    We have been given the greatest sword of all. It is the word of God. It is through his word that we push back the enemy. It is his word that directs us, leads us, and helps us to advance in our Christian lives. This piece of the armor may surprise you, though. It has been given to us for daily, even moment to moment use. So should we carry our Bibles with us wherever we go? Although it is certainly a good idea,God will arm you with his word all the time, whether you have your Bible or not.
    The Greek word used here in the phrase, "word of God," is rhema. This word can best be defined by the English word, revelation. When we are instructed to take the word of God, we are being told to listen to the voice of God every moment. The Holy Spirit is always speaking to us. He is guiding and leading, comforting and counseling, all the time. Our strong weapon that we use against the enemy, is the revelation of God in our hearts. Have you ever read a chapter in the Bible and a particular verse or phrase seems to 'jump off the page?' This is the revelation of God. He is giving you a new understanding, and these are life-changing moments. This is the sword we are to bear.
    We can be assured that the Holy Spirit is with us at all times. He may speak to us through things we see, hear, touch, smell, or taste. He may speak to us through the written word. However he chooses to speak, the results are the same. We are strengthened to take territory from the enemy. We are equipped to take back what the devil has stolen. We are armed to live in freedom everyday.
    Put on the full armor of God and don't forget your sword. Respond to the word that God reveals to you. He never uses empty words and he doesn't waste his words. They are powerful, creative, life-changing oracles. Sometimes, he screams, other times he whispers. Pay attention and you will hear his word. When the revelation comes, wield it as a sword, the sword of the Spirit. Use it and break through!