Is not my word like fire?

The Bible sometimes associates fire with the presence of the Most High God.

 


 

The Bible sometimes associates fire with the presence of the Most High God:

  • throne
  • words
  • words of the prophets
  • face of Jesus
  • angel

Many Christians add one more item to that list:

  • Bible

 


 

Daniel 7:9. I watched until thrones were placed, and one who was ancient of days sat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool. His throne was fiery flames, and its wheels burning fire.

Jeremiah 23:29. “Is not my word like fire,” declares the LORD, “and like a hammer that breaks a rock in pieces?” (NIV translation)

Sirach 48:1. Also there arose Elijah the prophet as fire, And his word burned like a torch:

Matthew 17:2. He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his garments became as white as the light.

Matthew 28:3. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow.

2 Peter 1:19. Because of that experience, we have even greater confidence in the message proclaimed by the prophets. You must pay close attention to what they wrote, for their words are like a lamp shining in a dark place—until the Day dawns, and Christ the Morning Star shines in your hearts. (New Living Translation)

Revelation 1:14. His head and his hair were white as white wool, like snow. His eyes were like a flame of fire.

 

SEE ALSO

The Bible is living and active. The Bible is living and active. Sharper than a sword, it discerns our thoughts and intentions.

The Sword of the Spirit. In the Bible, the word “sword” can often be taken as a euphemism for “the Bible.” Here are the verses about this.

Is not my word like fire? The Bible sometimes associates fire with the presence of the Most High God.

All Scripture is God-breathed. The Scripture texts have a human author. But that human author was inspired by the Holy Spirit.

 


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