This past Sunday, Pastor Jeff preached a foundational message about understanding that God’s word is “alive.” He used the story of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and her response to the angel’s message about her impending pregnancy. Mary accepted the word and began to walk in it. It is similar for us once we embrace that God’s word embodies Jesus. John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word and word was with God, and, the word was God… 14 the word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. Once we accept the word of God, we must keep it and live it. Living the word means being a servant of God and being obedient. And we know that obedience to the word brings blessings. Psalms 128:1 Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in obedience to him.