The Word Carries Fire

THE WORD CARRIES FIRE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Jeremiah 23:29 – “Is not my word like as a fire? saith the LORD; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces?” (KJV)

Supporting Texts: Hebrews 4:12, Luke 24:32, Psalm 119:105, Isaiah 55:11

INTRODUCTION:

The Word of God is not an ordinary book of letters and ink; it is a divine force that carries power, light, and fire. God Himself likens His Word to fire because it has the capacity to purify, consume, and transform everything it touches. Fire in Scripture often represents the presence of God, His holiness, and His purifying power. In the same way, when God speaks, His Word ignites passion, burns away impurities, and destroys the works of darkness.

The fire in God’s Word is not only for destruction of evil but also for the refining of His children. Just as gold is refined through fire, believers are refined through the continual hearing, believing, and obeying of God’s Word. The Scriptures reveal that when the disciples on the road to Emmaus heard Jesus speak, their hearts burned within them (Luke 24:32). This is the fire effect—God’s Word igniting faith, hope, and zeal inside of us.

In a world where the enemy seeks to quench our spiritual fervour, the fire of God’s Word is what keeps our hearts ablaze. Without it, the believer grows cold, prayerless, and powerless. But with it, we are spiritually alert, full of divine energy, and equipped to confront every power of darkness. The Word is our weapon, our shield, and our fuel for an overcoming life.

1. THE WORD PURIFIES LIKE FIRE

a) The Word cleanses from sin (Psalm 119:9)

The fire of God’s Word burns away every impurity in the heart, making us holy and acceptable before Him.

b) The Word renews the mind (Romans 12:2)

Like fire, it removes the old, polluted thinking and renews us with God’s truth.

c) The Word convicts of sin (John 16:8)

It exposes darkness and calls us to repentance.

d) The Word brings spiritual growth (1 Peter 2:2)

As fire refines gold, the Word refines believers to maturity.

Biblical Example: Isaiah’s cleansing by the coal of fire (Isaiah 6:6-7)

2. THE WORD DESTROYS THE WORKS OF DARKNESS

a) The Word confronts satanic lies (Matthew 4:4)

Jesus defeated the devil in the wilderness with the fire of Scripture.

b) The Word shatters strongholds (2 Corinthians 10:4-5)

Like fire, it consumes every barrier to God’s will.

c) The Word releases divine authority (Luke 10:19)

It equips believers with authority over every power of the enemy.

d) The Word breaks demonic resistance (Jeremiah 1:10)

It uproots and tears down satanic structures.

Biblical Example: Elijah calling down fire on Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18:36-38)

3. THE WORD IGNITES SPIRITUAL PASSION

a) The Word stirs faith (Romans 10:17)

Faith is fuelled when we hear and meditate on God’s Word.

b) The Word brings revival (Psalm 85:6)

Like fire, it revives the heart and rekindles zeal for God.

c) The Word creates hunger for righteousness (Matthew 5:6)

It sets a holy desire within us for more of God.

d) The Word inspires boldness (Acts 4:31)

When the fire burns, we speak God’s truth without fear.

Biblical Example: The Emmaus disciples’ burning hearts (Luke 24:32)

4. THE WORD IS UNSTOPPABLE

a) The Word accomplishes God’s purpose (Isaiah 55:11)

God’s Word cannot fail; it will do what He sent it to do.

b) The Word cannot be imprisoned (2 Timothy 2:9)

Even in persecution, it spreads like unstoppable fire.

c) The Word transforms nations (Acts 19:20)

The fire spreads wherever it is preached.

d) The Word endures forever (1 Peter 1:25)

The fire never goes out; it burns through generations.

Biblical Example: Jeremiah’s fire shut up in his bones (Jeremiah 20:9)

5. THE WORD BRINGS VICTORY

a) The Word is a weapon of war (Ephesians 6:17)

It is the sword of the Spirit that cuts down the enemy.

b) The Word releases angelic intervention (Psalm 103:20)

Angels respond to the fire of God’s Word.

c) The Word overcomes temptation (Psalm 119:11)

It burns away the desire for sin.

d) The Word guarantees answered prayers (John 15:7)

When God’s Word burns in us, our prayers align with His will.

Biblical Example: Jesus calming the storm by His Word (Mark 4:39)

CONCLUSION:

The Word of God is a divine fire that purifies, destroys, ignites, empowers, and guarantees victory. A believer who neglects the Word is like a soldier going to battle without weapons. But the one who embraces it carries a holy flame that no force of darkness can withstand. The Word is not to be treated casually—it is to be studied, believed, spoken, and lived out daily.

When we allow the fire of God’s Word to burn in us, it will keep our spiritual life alive, guide our steps, and give us the authority to prevail in every situation. Let us return to the place of valuing, meditating on, and declaring God’s Word. That fire will consume every darkness and light our path to victory.