From the first page of Scripture, God speaks and worlds appear. In Jesus, God speaks again. His Word still brings healing, hope, and a finished salvation.

Hebrews opens with a bold claim. Long ago God spoke through prophets in many times and many ways. In these last days he has spoken by his Son. Jesus is the heir of all things. Through him God created the world. He is the radiance of the glory of God. He is the exact imprint of the Father. He upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high. Read Hebrews 1 verses 1 to 3 and feel the weight of those phrases.

Justin Taylor helps us see why this matters. He writes, “We think words, hear words, speak words, sing words, write words, and read words—all the time. Every day. What do words have to do with Christianity? Almost everything. At every stage in redemptive history—from the time before time, to God’s creation, to man’s fall, to Christ’s redemption, and to the coming consummation—God is there and he is not silent.”

The Bible is not a loose collection of wise sayings. It is the very Word of God. Jeremiah says it is like fire and like a hammer that breaks the rock in pieces. Jesus says heaven and earth will pass away, but his words will not pass away. Isaiah says the word of our God will stand forever. Jeremiah also says the Lord’s words became his joy and the delight of his heart. See Jeremiah 23 verse 29, Matthew 24 verse 35, Isaiah 40 verse 8, and Jeremiah 15 verse 16.

When you open Scripture you meet the living God who speaks now. The same voice that said Let there be light still speaks life. Jesus rebuked the wind and there was calm. He called Lazarus and the dead man walked. A centurion said, Only say the word, and his servant was healed. The voice that made the world now restores it. The cross declares a finished work. The enthroned Christ rules with all authority.

Hebrews 4 verse 12 adds another layer. The Word of God is living and active. It is sharper than any two edged sword. It pierces to the division of soul and spirit. It discerns the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Rome tried to conquer with the sword. Jesus conquers with his Word.

Consider King Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20. A great multitude came against Judah. The king prayed with all the people. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you. God spoke through the prophet. Do not be afraid. The battle is not yours but God’s. The choir went out singing. The Lord set an ambush. The enemy fell. The Word led them to rest rather than panic. Obedience looked like worship.

So how do we live in the power of this Word

Listen to the Son. Treat the Bible as God speaking today. Set a daily time and place. Read a short passage aloud. Ask two simple questions. What does this show me about God. What is one step of obedience I can take. On Sundays bring a Bible. Take notes. Join a group where the Word is opened and applied. Let Scripture be the standard that judges every other word you hear.

Trust the Son. Place your weight on his promises. When fear rises, speak a verse back to God. The Lord is my shepherd. I shall not want. When guilt accuses, answer with the gospel. There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. When a decision comes, ask what promise fits this moment. Pray it. Act on it. Trust is not a feeling. Trust is steady reliance on what God has said.

Obey promptly. Illumination is for transformation. When the Spirit convicts, do not stall. Confess the sin. Seek forgiveness. Make the call. Return what you owe. Encourage the person who is weary. The power of the Word is often felt most on the far side of obedience.

Pray the Word. Turn verses into prayers. Use the Psalms to shape your words in joy and sorrow. Pray Hebrews 1. Father, thank you that Jesus upholds all things by the word of his power. Uphold me today. Pray Hebrews 4. Lord, search me and know me. Discern my thoughts and intentions. Lead me in your ways.

Speak the Son’s words. Bless with Scripture. Parents, read a few verses at the table. Friends, text a promise to someone who is struggling. Share the gospel clearly. Christ died for our sins. He was buried. He was raised. He saves all who come to him by faith. Expect spiritual life to rise where Christ is proclaimed.

Carry the Word into conflict and suffering. When tension grows, slow down and answer with gentle truth. A soft answer turns away wrath. When sorrow lingers, anchor your heart to promises that cannot fail. Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. The Word will hold you when nothing else can.

Curate your inputs. Your heart is formed by the words you take in. Limit empty noise. Fill your day with Scripture in your ears and on your lips. Memorize a short passage each month. Place a verse card where you will see it.

Open the Bible and you do not meet ink on a page. You meet the living Christ who still speaks and still saves. He is the heir of all things, the maker of all things, the sustainer of all things, and the King who sat down because the work is finished. If God is there and not silent, then the next move is simple. Listen. Trust. Obey. Speak.

Take one step today. Read Hebrews 1 and Hebrews 4 out loud. Ask the Lord to search your motives and steady your heart. Take the word you hear and act on it before the day ends. Tell one person what Jesus said and what you will do. Truth turns into strength when it is practiced.

The world is loud and weary. The Word is alive and able. Let his voice be the first voice you hear and the last word over your life. Give him your attention and he will give you his power.