Why is hearing God's word essential for Christians?
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Hearing God's word is essential because it is the means by which God communicates His truth, sustains His people, and brings spiritual life.
Hearing God's word is not merely an intellectual exercise but a vital spiritual necessity. In the sermon, it is articulated that without the Lord speaking, there is no hope for salvation or spiritual growth. Our faith is stimulated through the hearing of His word, as demonstrated in Romans 10:17, that faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ. The sermon highlights that God’s voice reveals our need for His righteousness and assures us of our salvation. The believers' plea—'Lord, speak!'—expresses the dire dependence upon God's truth for spiritual nourishment, growth, and the assurance that we are returning to Him, rather than being left to our own devices.
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