The promises of God made to Christ are central to the narrative of redemption and the fulfillment of divine purpose as revealed in Scripture. These promises underscore the unique role of Jesus Christ as the Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior of the world. They are woven throughout the Old and New Testaments, highlighting the eternal plan of God and His covenantal faithfulness.

Messianic Promises

The Old Testament contains numerous prophecies and promises concerning the coming Messiah, fulfilled in Jesus Christ. One of the most significant is found in Isaiah 9:6-7, where the promise of a child born to us, who will be called "Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace," is made. This promise speaks to the divine nature and eternal reign of Christ: "Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore" .

In Psalm 2:7-8, God promises to His Anointed One, "You are My Son; today I have become Your Father. Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession" . This promise affirms the divine sonship of Christ and His authority over all nations.

The Promise of a New Covenant

Jeremiah 31:31-34 introduces the promise of a new covenant, which is fulfilled in Christ. This covenant is characterized by the internalization of God's law and the forgiveness of sins: "I will forgive their iniquity and will remember their sins no more" . Jesus Himself, during the Last Supper, refers to this promise, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you" (Luke 22:20).

The Promise of Resurrection and Exaltation

The resurrection of Christ is a pivotal promise fulfilled by God. In Psalm 16:10, it is prophesied, "For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor will You let Your Holy One see decay" . This promise is echoed in the New Testament, where Peter, in Acts 2:31, affirms that David foresaw the resurrection of the Messiah.

Furthermore, the promise of Christ's exaltation is articulated in Philippians 2:9-11: "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father" .

The Promise of Eternal Reign

The promise of Christ's eternal reign is a recurring theme. In Daniel 7:13-14, the vision of the Son of Man receiving dominion, glory, and a kingdom that will never be destroyed is a promise of Christ's ultimate authority and eternal kingship. Revelation 11:15 echoes this promise: "The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever" .

The Promise of the Spirit

The promise of the Holy Spirit is given to Christ and, through Him, to His followers. In John 14:16-17, Jesus promises, "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever—the Spirit of truth" . This promise is fulfilled at Pentecost, as recorded in Acts 2, marking the beginning of the Church's mission empowered by the Spirit.

These promises to Christ are foundational to understanding the scope of God's redemptive work and the assurance of His faithfulness to His word. They reveal the divine plan for salvation and the ultimate victory of Christ as King and Lord over all creation.Galatians 3:16,19
Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He said not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to your seed, which is Christ.
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Corinthians. God's Yea; Man's Amen
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Jesus Christ, the Divine Teacher of Prayer
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Our Inheritance
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