Living Proof: You Can Benefit from the Word of God

At least once a day—often more—we stand before a mirror to check how we look or see if something needs fixing. The mirror reveals what’s really there. Tonight, let’s look at something far greater than any bathroom mirror—something that can change how you see yourself, shape your character, and transform how others see you. The Word of God is a mirror the Holy Spirit uses to show us who we truly are—not as we think we are, not as others see us, but as God sees us. Here’s the problem: many people don’t truly read or understand the Bible. It’s not a matter of access—most homes in America have a Bible. The issue is that it’s not read, understood, or applied. In short, the Bible is respected but not received, honored but not obeyed. James wants us to see that God’s Word can change us—if we let it. If our faith is real—if we want to be living proof—the Word must make a visible difference in our lives. So how do we benefit from the Word? James gives us three steps.