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The concept of the "Truth of God" in relation to the "Deliverance of Saints" is a profound theme woven throughout the biblical narrative. It underscores the faithfulness of God in rescuing His people from peril, both physical and spiritual, and highlights His unwavering commitment to His covenant promises.

Old Testament Foundations

The deliverance of the saints is vividly illustrated in the Old Testament, where God repeatedly intervenes to save His chosen people, Israel. One of the most significant examples is the Exodus, where God delivers the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. In Exodus 14:13-14 , Moses reassures the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still."

The Psalms frequently celebrate God's deliverance. Psalm 34:17 declares, "The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles." This verse encapsulates the belief that God is attentive to the cries of His people and acts to save them from distress.

Prophetic Promises

The prophets also speak of God's deliverance. Isaiah 43:1-2 offers comfort, "But now, thus says the LORD, He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: 'Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, and the flames will not set you ablaze.'" This passage reassures the faithful of God's protective presence through life's trials.

New Testament Fulfillment

In the New Testament, the deliverance of saints takes on a more spiritual dimension through the work of Jesus Christ. The ultimate deliverance is from sin and death, achieved through Christ's sacrificial death and resurrection. Colossians 1:13-14 states, "He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins."

The Apostle Paul frequently writes about deliverance. In 2 Timothy 4:18 , he expresses confidence in God's saving power: "The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and will bring me safely into His heavenly kingdom. To Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen."

Eschatological Hope

The deliverance of saints is also an eschatological hope, looking forward to the ultimate salvation at the end of the age. Revelation 21:4 promises, "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away." This vision of a new heaven and earth is the culmination of God's deliverance, where His saints will dwell with Him eternally, free from all suffering and sin.

Practical Implications

For believers, the truth of God's deliverance is both a present reality and a future hope. It calls for trust in God's faithfulness and encourages perseverance through trials. The assurance of deliverance empowers the saints to live boldly, knowing that God is their refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).

In summary, the deliverance of saints is a testament to God's truth and faithfulness, a theme that resonates throughout Scripture, offering hope and assurance to all who trust in Him.

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Psalm 57:3
He shall send from heaven, and save me from the reproach of him that would swallow me up. Selah. God shall send forth his mercy and his truth.
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Songs of Deliverance
... for which you cannot be too thankful, namely, you have a deliverance from the ... will
be renown, then live as in the light of that truth, and God help you by ...
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An Index to Find a Psalm Suited to Particular Subjects or ...
... Truth,. grace, and protection, [1176]57, [1177]145, [1178]146: see God,
Faithfulness. Tumult, deliverance from it, [1179]118. Vanity. ...
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Praying Saints of the Old Testaments (Continued)
... Our Lord puts His seal of truth upon the fact of ... can be simpler than these cases
of God's mighty deliverance. ... significance in the great fact that God hears and ...
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Paul and his Requests for Prayer (Continued)
... in the unsaved to be set aside that God's Word as ... His deliverance from unreasonable
and wicked men as well as his ... honesty come out and are a basic truth of his ...
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Gratitude for Deliverance from the Grave
... O worker for God, death cannot touch thy sacred ... Be thou content to die if the truth
shall live ... words on THE BELIVER'S CONDUCT AFTER TROUBLE AND DELIVERANCE. ...
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Hymns and Spiritual Songs
... Hymn 2:60. The truth of God the promiser; or, The promises are our security. ...
Thanksgiving for victory; or, God's dominion and our deliverance. ...
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The Psalms and Hymns of Isaac Watts
... PSALM 15 Religion and justice, goodness and truth; or, Duties ... 16 PART 1 Support and
counsel from God, without merit ... PSALM 18 PART 1 Deliverance from despair; or ...
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Book 3
... his power, goodness, wisdom, justice, and truth, may be ... offences against us.3. We
ask deliverance from temptations ... differ in their cause, for God, Satan, the ...
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A Stanza of Deliverance
... never dare to take and atom of the honour of deliverance to himself ... also have suffered
for sin, and have done battle for God and for his truth against the ...
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Paul and his Requests for Prayer
... We desire to find truth of the lack of real ... had been much helped and much strengthened
by God's deliverance. ... by prayer." What marvelous things has God done for ...
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