The Breath of God or The Lies of Men?

This study is based on the sermon titled The Breath of God or The Lies of Men? by Matthew Maher below.

In the sermon titled, The Breath of God or the Lies of Men? Pastor Matthew Maher reminds us that in a world growing darker with deception and persecution, there is one anchor that will never fail: the Word of God. Addressing Timothy’s role in such unstable times, the Apostle Paul emphasizes that Scripture is not just sacred—it is sufficient. The Bible is not man’s words about God, but God’s Word to man about Himself. Paul urges believers to remain planted in truth, as the Bible alone carries the divine breath that gives life, reveals Jesus from Genesis to Revelation, and endures through time and history with internal unity and external evidence.

The message then shifts to the transforming power of God’s Word. Scripture is described as “profitable” in every sense—worthy of our time, our trust, and our treasure. But unlike worldly profit, which can be exploited, God’s Word profits within us. It shapes doctrine, bringing about right living through sound teaching that convicts and comforts. Paul makes clear: reproof is more than rebuke—it’s reinforced truth that brings both guilt and grace. Through vivid illustrations and references—from David and Nathan to a preacher like George Whitfield—the sermon shows how reproof moves us toward spiritual maturity by pressing us to repentance and transformation.

Finally, the sermon explores how Scripture corrects, restores, and trains us in righteousness. Like a cast that sets a broken bone, the Word of God heals and stabilizes us when we are spiritually fractured. It does not merely point out wrong; it sets us on the right path, preparing us to live well and do good works. Pastor Matthew encourages the listener not to be discouraged by a lack of formal training—just as Peter and John were recognized not for education but for being with Jesus. With Scripture as our foundation, we can live with clarity, conviction, and compassion, equipped for anything the world may bring. At Landmark Church, this truth was boldly proclaimed to remind us that the breath of God is not only timeless but transformative.