Ordinary 28
How is the "Word of God" related to the Church? Step one is to broaden our understanding of "Word of God". In Scripture, it was rarely the written word alone. When a prophet said "The Word of the Lord came to me", it was an oral word to be proclaimed to the people.
The Word of God is meant for our education. Jesus made it clear that the Church would be our teacher, or proclaimer of the Word of God. He said "Whoever hears you, hears me." clearly giving His voice to the Church. He promised the Holy Spirit to guide the Church.
When we disagree with something the Church teaches, we often point out that as human interpretation. That gives us an excuse not to be obedient. The Church is human but inspired by the Holy Spirit. The Church is the instrument through which God speaks His Word.
The Word of God is meant for our education. Jesus made it clear that the Church would be our teacher, or proclaimer of the Word of God. He said "Whoever hears you, hears me." clearly giving His voice to the Church. He promised the Holy Spirit to guide the Church.
When we disagree with something the Church teaches, we often point out that as human interpretation. That gives us an excuse not to be obedient. The Church is human but inspired by the Holy Spirit. The Church is the instrument through which God speaks His Word.
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