No Escape

Text: Hebrews 4:12-13 Last week we learned that we should diligently pursue rest by faith. The question we ask this week is why? The answer is found in Hebrews 4:12-13. Outline: 1) The word of God is Living (vs. 12) *Living and active. The word is present tense indicating relevance for today. Today people don't want to hear the word because it is controversial. 2) The word of God is Active * the Greek word is where we get the English word for energy. It works! 3) The word of God Penetrates. * It never fails to cut. 4) The word of God Judges. * It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. To think is to ponder or to think out. The English word for reflection comes from this. Think about sitting out under the stars while considering the universe. Intentions have more to do with thinking that leads to actions. Exposing the intentions of the heart. 5) The word of God Sees. (vs.13) * The example of the garden of Eden and Jonah. Is it truly possible to hide from God? No! All things are open and laid bare. The example of an animal about to be sacrificed. There is nothing hidden from God and I must rest in that fact. ** See also Psalm 139: 1-16. How much does he know us? The word of God is powerful, it sees the depths.