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Matthew 24:35 - God's Word is Eternal.

Matthew 24:35 (NIV) Heaven and earth will 
pass away, but my words will never pass away. 

COMMENTARY PEARL

Strength in Troubled Times
   Where will you turn in a time of crisis? 
When tragedy hits? When disaster strikes? Will it 
be your favorite magazine? The morning 
newspaper? The evening news? You will need something to 
give you strength and direction in your time of 
need - and you can't find a better resource than 
the Word of God. 
   As one pastor said, "One gem from that 
ocean is worth all the pebbles of earthly 
streams. Just a single pebble from the ocean of God's 
Word can make all the difference when tragedy or 
hardship strikes. How many in their affliction have 
found comfort from the Scriptures? 
   Trusting in what God has said through the 
Bible can sustain us and give us direction and 
hope and comfort when we most need it. 
Inspirational platitudes or clever sayings don't help - or 
at least, not for very long - but the Word of 
God does. It has been said that "he who rejects 
the Bible has nothing to live by. Neither does 
he have anything to die by." 
   Ideas and philosophies go in and out of 
style with the passing of years, but the Word of 
God never goes out of style. It never goes out 
of date, unlike this morning's news. The Word 
of God always will be relevant. 
   That is why C. S. Lewis said, "All that 
is not eternal is eternally out of date." 
   I urge you to get a good foundation in 
this Book because it is only a matter of time 
until hardship strikes you. It happens in every 
life, without exception. But if you have a good 
foundation in the Word of God, then you will be ready 
for difficulty when it comes. Don't wait until 
then to try and catch up. 
   Get that foundation now. [Every Day with 
Jesus by Greg Laurie] 

INTRODUCTION

Jesus' words are more certain than the 
existence of the universe. [NIV SB] 

The words of Christ are more certain than 
the very existence of the universe. [Nelson SB] 

God has revealed Himself through His Word, 
both the living Word, Jesus Christ, and His 
written Word, the Bible. Neither will ever cease to 
exist. Heaven and earth, as we know them, will some 
day cease to be. [Disciple SB] 

The policies of even the greatest men of 
earth change, but the principles of God are 
steadfast forever, for God changes not (Mal. 3:6). 
[SDA Bible Commentary] 

Religious leaders will come and go, stand 
and fall; but the Word of God will not change. 
Believe it, obey it, and hold to it - no matter what 
others may say or do. Your Bible is God's light in 
this dark world (2 Pet. 1:19-21). [Chapter by 
Chapter Bible Commentary by Warren Wiersbe] 

COMMENTARY

   The word of God is the only steadfast 
thing our world knows. It is the sure foundation. 
"Heaven and earth shall pass away," said Jesus, "but 
My words shall not pass away." Matthew 24:35.  
 
   The great principles of the law, of the 
very nature of God, are embodied in the words of 
Christ on the mount. Whoever builds upon them is 
building upon Christ, the Rock of Ages. In receiving 
the word, we receive Christ. And only those who 
thus receive His words are building upon Him. 
"Other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, 
which is Jesus Christ." 1 Corinthians 3:11. "There 
is none other name under heaven, given among 
men, whereby we must be saved." Acts 4:12. 
Christ, the Word, the revelation of God,--the 
manifestation of His character, His law, His love, His 
life,--is the only foundation upon which we can build 
a character that will endure.   
   Christ places the salvation of man, not 
upon profession merely, but upon faith that is 
made manifest in works of righteousness. Doing, 
not saying merely, is expected of the followers 
of Christ. It is through action that character 
is built. "As many as are led by the Spirit of 
God, they are the sons of God." Romans 8:14. Not 
those whose hearts are touched by the Spirit, not 
those who now and then yield to its power, but 
they that are led by the Spirit, are the sons of 
God.   
   Do you desire to become a follower of 
Christ, yet know not how to begin? Are you in 
darkness and know not how to find the light? Follow 
the light you have. Set your heart to obey what 
you do know of the word of God. His power, His 
very life, dwells in His word. As you receive the 
word in faith, it will give you power to obey. As 
you give heed to the light you have, greater 
light will come. You are building on God's word, 
and your character will be builded after the 
similitude of the character of Christ.   
   Christ, the true foundation, is a living 
stone; His life is imparted to all that are built 
upon Him. {MB 148-150} 

CLOSING THOUGHT

So few things in our lives last forever.  In 
fact, Jesus tells us in Matthew 24:35 that "heaven 
and earth will pass away, but my words will 
never pass away." It makes you wonder, doesn't it, 
why we spend so much time, energy, and resources 
on the things of this world - making money, 
creating a name, impressing our neighbors, collecting 
treasures, seeking pleasure - when we know that they 
will all be gone one day. Like God Himself, His 
Word is eternal.  What results from His Word is 
also eternal:  fruits of the Spirit such as love, 
joy, peace, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness 
and self-control; fruits of our labor such as 
soul winning, seed planting, soil watering; the 
fruit of righteousness such as a pure life. What 
will you say on that day when you stand before 
the Lord to give an account of your time?  Today 
is a good day to start over: read His Word, 
apply it to your life, and live it out!  [In His 
Time; Walk With Wisdom] 

YOUR COMMENTS

If anyone has a paraphrase, commentary or 
testimony on this passage of Scripture, either 
personal or otherwise, I would be interested in 
hearing from you.  Thanks in advance and let's keep 
uplifting Jesus that all might be drawn to Him. Fred 
Gibbs  

LINKS WORTH CHECKING OUT

Most Important Decision in Life: 
http://www.youtube.com/embed/WGnEuGwvXqU?rel=0 

A Man without Equal by Bill Bright: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiVa7UoruIo 

Seeking God Made Real: 
http://vimeo.com/31489782 

Prayer Made Real: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc8VdMV26VE 

Importance of Choice: 
http://creationhealth.com/CREATION-Health/Choice [click on video]  

Medical Seminar on Healthful Living by David 
DeRose, MD, MPH: 
https://www.smartlifestyletv.com/lifestart 

LINKS FOR BIBLE STUDIES 

Lifting Up Jesus Bible Studies: 
http://www.liftingupjesus.net/ 

Amazing Facts Bible Studies: 
http://www.amazingfacts.org/bible-study/bible-study-guides.aspx  

Hope Awakens Bible Study Guides: 
https://www.hopeawakens.study/lesson-header;id=2 

Glow Tract Video Bible Studies: 
http://www.bibleresearch.info/ 

LINKS FOR BIBLE PROPHECY SEMINARS

Unlocking Bible Prophecies by Cami Oetman of 
Adventist World Radio (currently live): 
https://bible.awr.org/the-warning/ 

Hope Awakens by John Bradshaw of IIW: 
https://itiswritten.tv/programs/hope-awakens 

The Last Day of Prophecy by Pastor Doug 
Batchelor: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmGvdtMCf1aJTiC59-lPtuUMEq_uEn0BK 

Prophecies Decoded by Pastor Ron Clouzet: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1A435C5373550657