Perishing (disintegrate, rot, crumble, die) isn’t only in the ‘desert’ but possible too in the promised land (where God wants you to be). God’s will for us is to flourish (live by His Word). God’s Word = Mind of God (His counsel, His total purpose). We’re Jesus’ disciples as we abide by His Word. God’s Word = Imperishable Seed that has the power to transform man’s heart. God’s Word = Sword of the Spirit that we use in battle. God’s Word = Solid Rock that we build our lives to be firmly established.