Rhema = The Word of God 

There are two essential Greek words that describe Scripture which are translated word in the New Testament.  

Logos, refers to the total inspired Word of God and to Jesus, Who is the living Word.  (Luke 8:11 - John 1:1 – Philippians 2:16 - 2 Timothy 2:15 – Hebrews 4:12 - I Peter 1:23 - I Peter 2:2) 

Rhema, refers to a word that is spoken and means “an utterance.” A rhema is a verse of Scripture that the Holy Spirit brings to our attention with application to a current situation or need for direction. The Holy Spirit illuminates particular Scriptures for application that are confirmed in our daily walk with the Lord.  (Matthew 4:4 - Matthew 26:75 - Luke 1:38 - Luke 2:29 - Luke 3:2 - Luke 5:5 - John 6:63 - John 15:7,8 - Acts 5:20 - Acts 11:16 - Romans 10:8–9, 17 - II Corinthians 13:1 - Ephesians 6:17 - Ephesians 5:25–26). 

Every word of God is inspired, and “all scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16).  “If ye abide in me, and my words [rhema] abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit; so shall ye be my disciples.”  John 15:7–8  Take "the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God," Eph. 6:17; here the reference is to the individual scripture which the Spirit brings to our remembrance for use in time of need, a prerequisite being the regular storing of the mind with Scripture.  

Ask God daily as you read His Word (logos) to speak to you through His Word (rhema) and give you insight into it. These passages that stand out with significant meaning or application are the rhemas of Scripture and should become a part of your daily thoughts and actions.  

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