The promises of God are a central theme throughout the Bible, providing assurance and hope to the saints—those who are set apart for God's purposes. These promises are not merely abstract concepts but are expected to be fulfilled in the lives of believers. The expectation of the performance of God's promises is rooted in His unchanging nature, His faithfulness, and His sovereign power.

God's Faithfulness and Unchanging Nature

The foundation for expecting the performance of God's promises lies in His character. Numbers 23:19 declares, "God is not a man, that He should lie, nor a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and not act? Does He promise and not fulfill?" This verse underscores the reliability of God's word, affirming that what He has promised, He will indeed accomplish.

Promises of Provision and Care

One of the key areas where saints can expect God's promises to be fulfilled is in His provision and care. Philippians 4:19 assures believers, "And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus." This promise of provision is not limited to material needs but encompasses spiritual and emotional sustenance as well.

Promises of Guidance and Wisdom

God promises to guide His people and grant them wisdom. James 1:5 states, "Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him." Saints can expect that when they seek God's guidance, He will provide the wisdom necessary for life's decisions and challenges.

Promises of Peace and Rest

In a world filled with turmoil, God's promise of peace is a profound assurance. Jesus Himself promised in John 14:27 , "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid." This peace is a divine gift that surpasses human understanding and guards the hearts and minds of believers.

Promises of Eternal Life

The ultimate promise that saints expect to be fulfilled is the promise of eternal life. In John 3:16 , it is written, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." This promise is the cornerstone of Christian hope, assuring believers of their future with God.

Promises of Strength and Presence

God promises His strength and presence to His people, enabling them to face life's challenges. Isaiah 41:10 encourages, "Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." Saints can expect that God will be with them, providing the strength needed to endure and overcome.

Promises of Redemption and Forgiveness

The promise of redemption and forgiveness is central to the Christian faith. Ephesians 1:7 declares, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." This promise assures believers of their restored relationship with God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Conclusion

The promises of God are a source of great comfort and assurance for the saints. Rooted in His unchanging nature and faithfulness, these promises encompass provision, guidance, peace, eternal life, strength, and forgiveness. Believers are called to live in expectation of their fulfillment, trusting in the God who is both willing and able to perform what He has promised.Luke 1:38,45
And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it to me according to your word. And the angel departed from her.
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Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwells righteousness.
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God's Sovereignty and Prayer
... book we are told, "The prayers of God's saints are the ... we discover God has qualified
the promises given to ... need for submitting, in prayer, our wills to God's. ...
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The Spirit of Prayer.
... Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to ... In the case of
those promises of a general ... cases; but whenever the Spirit of God leads us to ...
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How to Discern Our Title to the Saints' Rest.
... when it tells us so frequently that the saints before us ... They will acknowledge the
promises, and yet deny the apparent ... If God do not some other way supply the ...
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Letter v. Prayer and Fasting.
... If you look over the lives of the old Testament saints, you will find this practice
very common. ... Think of the many precious promises of God to his children ...
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Of the Decrees of God.
... the moon,"but, upon his unchangeable nature and faithful promises. ... Know this one
thing, that God is in one mind ... in one mind,"to gather the saints, to build ...
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Twenty-First Day. Holiness and Happiness.
... Are not the promises to the broken in heart, the poor ... It is the saints, God's holy
ones, who will shout for ... 1. The great hindrance to joy in God is expecting ...
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Introductory Essays
... Know you not that God is wonderful among His saints,' for this reason ... principle,
they are ceremonies which embody direct messages and promises from God. ...
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Christian Devotedness, Etc.
... of all, and the hearts of the saints continually declare ... so we, by our want of
confidence in God, lose those ... love, which a simple trust in His promises is the ...
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The Westminster Confession of Faith. AD 1647.
... part doth overcome; [1405] and so the saints grow in ... at the threatenings, [1421]
and embracing the promises of God ... 1445] which is the act of God's free grace ...
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Having used these means to procure them
... life in heaven, where you may, with the saints and angels ... do this solemnly, reminding
them of the presence of God who heareth their promises, and who ...
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