In all the judgments against the enemies of
Jer 48:10
"A curse on him who is lax in doing the LORD's work! A curse on him who keeps his sword from bloodshed!
A curse, you say? Oops. Makes us want to not be lax in doing the Lord’s work, whatever that may be.
Many times in Scripture, the sword is used figuratively for the Word of God. When we use the sword (the Word of God) properly, sins are amputated (ouch), often causing trauma, which can only be relieved by submitting to...the Word of God and His authority.
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
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