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As a church we have a statement of faith that encapsulates what we believe. That's all very well, but so what? What are the consequences of our belief - how does it affect the way we live our lives? In this world we live surrounded by words, which can often be deceptive - media, politicians, advertising - all can spin meaning to have us believe someting other than the truth. But the Bible, God's word, is consistent and reliable. God speaks in two ways - 1. to all people with a wordless voice - through His creation. However, wordless communication is often ambiguous or at best easily misunderstood. And 2. to His people through His word. God's word has three main effects - it bring life, wisdom and joy - an inner connection with God. Verse 7: God's word is trustworthy, making wise the simple - Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Compare the time you spend feeding on the Word of God with the time that the world is bombarding you with its untrustworthy words... Is this ok? Do you need to correct the balance? How joyful do you feel when your love talks to you? How much greater when your God talks to you? But in delight, let His word affect our lives - how we behave, the choices we make. It is this delightful response that glorifies God, and in our confession that we declare Him worthy of Lordship over us.