Words with Purpose

Things often outgrow their usefulness. In our new home (an old farmhouse), there is a niche built into the wall designed for the telephone. I'm sure that once-modern recess in the wall was quite impressive, however, not so much now. It's not uncommon that some consider God's Word outdated, having outlived Its usefulness; the common neglect only confirms this. The Proverbs of Solomon, for example, were written "to know [skillful and godly] wisdom and instruction; to discern and comprehend the words of understanding and insight, to receive instruction in wise behavior and discipline of wise thoughtfulness, righteousness, justice, and integrity; that prudence (good judgment) may be given to the naive or inexperienced, and knowledge and discretion to the youth, the wise will hear and increase their learning, and the person of understanding will acquire wise counsel and the skill [to steer] his course wisely and lead others to the truth." (Proverbs 1:2-5). Seriously, has mankind "outgrown" this! I suggest there are too many Believer who have not outgrown the effectiveness of The Word of God because It has never been faithfully read or applied. Yes, I've re-purposed the telephone niche; God's words, however, need no re-purposing: "So shall My word be that goes out from My mouth; it shall not return to Me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose, and shall succeed in the thing for which I sent it." (Jeremiah 15:16). God's words - spoken on purpose and with purpose. Have God's words found their purpose in you?