W. E. Vine says that a promise is "a gift graciously bestowed, not a pledge secured by negotiation
God's promises are seen as powerful and comforting messages of hope and faith. These promises are as follows:
1. Promise of salvation: This is the promise of eternal life with God, offered to all who believe in Him. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
2. Promise of protection: Many religious texts contain promises of protection from harm or danger. For example, Psalm 91:11 states, "For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways."
3. Promise of guidance: People of faith look to God for guidance and direction in their lives. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
4. Promise of provision: Many believers turn to God for their daily needs, and there are promises of provision throughout the Bible. One example is Philippians 4:19, which says, "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus."
5. Promise of forgiveness: God promises to forgive those who repent and turn away from sin. 1 John 1:9 says, "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness."
These promises and many others provide hope, comfort, and reassurance to those who believe in God.
There's nothing we did or are doing that made or will make us partakers of God's promises. God's promise is simply a Gift. His promises are YES and Amen.
Can we just thank for all of God's Promises? Thank Him for ones He has fulfilled in times past, thank Him for the He's fulfilling then thank Him for the ones He will fulfill.
Whether things are pleasant or not pleasant for you, we have a mandate to cheerfully thank Him.
God you are awesome, thank You because you are just starting with me. Thank you for So many promises you have fulfilled and are fulfilling and will fulfil. Thank you Lord for answering the little whispers of prayers I wished for in my heart. You are too much. Thank you because the devil cannot hold me bound.
The Eagle Girl
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