“You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you” (John 15:3).
It is through the Word that the soul is initially purified and awakened to eternal life. It is what God uses to generate, sustain, and renew living fellowship with His Son. In the real experience of faith, this is confirmed time and again: a verse arises in the heart, a promise comes with warmth and strength, and that Word makes its way within us. It breaks down resistance, softens affections, melts inner hardness, and brings forth a living faith that turns entirely to the One who is truly lovely.
But we also know that it is not always like this. There are times when the Word seems dry, distant, without any flavor. Even so, the Lord, in His mercy, makes it sweet again at the right time. And when this happens, we realize that the Word not only comforts—it directs, corrects, and calls us back to obedience. The magnificent Law of God comes alive when the Word is applied to the heart. God reveals His plans to the obedient, and it is in this alignment that fellowship is renewed and the soul breathes life again.
Therefore, persevere in the Word, even when it seems silent. Continue to obey what God has already revealed. At the appointed time, the Lord will make His Word alive and precious again, leading the faithful heart to a deeper and safer fellowship with Him—and preparing that soul to be sent to the Son. Adapted from J.C. Philpot. Until tomorrow, if the Lord allows us.
Pray with me: Beloved Father, I thank You because it is through Your Word that my soul is washed and sustained. Even when I do not feel sweetness, help me to remain steadfast.
My God, apply Your Word to my heart in a living and transforming way. May it break what needs to be broken and strengthen my resolve to obey.
Oh, beloved Lord, I thank You because, in Your time, the Word becomes sweet and precious again. Your beloved Son is my eternal Prince and Savior. Your mighty Law is life when the Word illuminates it in my heart. Your commandments are the living expression of Your voice that leads me to true fellowship. I pray in the precious name of Jesus, amen.
