The Bible, the Spirit of Prophecy, and the Church

The Word of God Is Eternal

The servants of God all through the ages have testified to the eternal nature of the word of God. BSPC 7.4

Everything in this world of sin is temporary; the things of time and sense are ephemeral. The things with which we have to do day by day will pass away, but the word of our God remains; this is eternal. Even the heavens and the earth may be dissolved, but “my words shall not pass away.” Matthew 24:35. Centuries ago the gospel prophet of the Old Testament declared: “The grass withers, the flower fades: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.” Isaiah 40:8. BSPC 7.5

It is no wonder that millenniums ago the sweet singer of Israel penned these striking words: “For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven.” Psalm 119:89. This is a wonderful thought. The word of God is safe and secure from every foe. No man, no evil angel, no enemy of the truth of God, whether it be an individual, a nation, or an ecclesiastical council, can ever tamper with it; it is in heaven; it is guarded by the stalwarts of the angelic hosts. There they encamp round about the throne of God, and His word is safe from all molestation. Some translations of this text instead of the word settled give endures, established, or stands firm. Truly the word of the Lord “endures forever.” God’s “word is as enduring as the everlasting hills.” (The Great Controversy, 66.) BSPC 7.6