The Integrity of God's Word ( Matthew 24:35 )

Introduction:
1. God's word will not pass away.
2. His word is settled forever in Heaven. (Psalms 119:89)
3. His word framed or holds the universe. (Hebrews 11:3)
I. The Word of God and His promises are trustworthy.
    A. The transfiguration of Jesus. (Matthew 17:1-5)
        1. Jesus is God's fulfillment of His promised Messiah.
        2. God commanded us to hear Him.
        3. Miracles come as we obey Jesus.
    B. The difference between religion and relationship with Jesus Christ.
        1. Religion builds ideologies.
        2. While relationship with Jesus builds love.
        3. Religion injects fear and guilt.
        4. Relationship with Jesus promote assurance and acceptance.
        5. Religion aims to reach salvation by works.
        6. Relationship with Jesus declares the grace of salvation by faith.
        7. Religion is focused on building and people.
        8. Relationship with Jesus is focused on the kingdom.
II. How to treat the Word of God.
        a. It is our top priority.
        b. You have to be decisive. "To obey or not to obey?"
        c. Obey it with integrity.