Topical Encyclopedia The promises of God, as revealed in Scripture, serve as a profound catalyst for believers in their journey toward perfecting holiness. These divine assurances are not merely comforting words but are intended to inspire and empower Christians to pursue a life that reflects God's holiness.Biblical Foundation The call to holiness is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, and God's promises are intricately linked to this call. In 2 Corinthians 7:1 , the Apostle Paul exhorts believers: "Therefore, since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that defiles body and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God." This verse underscores the relationship between God's promises and the believer's responsibility to pursue holiness. The promises of God are not passive; they demand an active response of purification and dedication to God's standards. Nature of God's Promises God's promises are multifaceted, encompassing spiritual, physical, and eternal aspects. They include assurances of His presence (Hebrews 13:5), provision (Philippians 4:19), and eternal life (1 John 2:25). These promises are grounded in God's unchanging nature and His faithfulness, as stated in 2 Peter 1:4 : "Through these He has given us His precious and magnificent promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, now that you have escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires." Holiness as a Response The believer's response to God's promises is a life of holiness, which involves both separation from sin and dedication to God. Holiness is not merely an external adherence to rules but an internal transformation that aligns one's character with God's. In 1 Peter 1:15-16 , it is written: "But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do, for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'" This call to holiness is rooted in the character of God Himself and is made possible through His promises. Empowerment through the Holy Spirit The pursuit of holiness is empowered by the Holy Spirit, who works within believers to bring about spiritual maturity and Christlikeness. Romans 8:13-14 states, "For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God." The Holy Spirit enables believers to overcome sin and grow in holiness, fulfilling the promises of God in their lives. The Role of Faith Faith is the means by which believers appropriate the promises of God. Hebrews 11:6 declares, "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him." Faith is not passive but active, leading to obedience and a life that reflects God's holiness. It is through faith that believers lay hold of God's promises and experience their transformative power. Eschatological Perspective The promises of God also have an eschatological dimension, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment of holiness in the believer's life. Philippians 1:6 assures, "being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will continue to perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus." The journey toward holiness will reach its culmination when believers are fully conformed to the image of Christ at His return. In summary, the promises of God are a divine impetus for believers to pursue holiness. They are a call to action, inviting Christians to cleanse themselves from sin, live by the Spirit, and walk in faith, all while looking forward to the ultimate fulfillment of these promises in eternity. Torrey's Topical Textbook 2 Corinthians 7:1Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Doctrines of Salvation A. Repentance. B. Faith. C. ... How Christ is to be Made Use Of, in Reference to Growing in Grace. Privilege and Obligation Strong Faith in a Faithful God Christian Perfection A Treatise of the Fear of God; Light through Darkness Justification by Faith --Illustrated by Abram's Righteousness Modern Revivals. Modern Revivals Resources Should a Christian make a promise? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the Palestinian Covenant? | GotQuestions.org How can the Bible bring comfort during a difficult time? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics The Promises of God: Are: Confirmed in Christ The Promises of God: Are: Exceeding Great and Precious The Promises of God: Are: Fulfilled in Christ The Promises of God: Are: Given to Those Who Believe The Promises of God: Are: Good The Promises of God: Are: Holy The Promises of God: Are: Inherited Through Faith and Patience The Promises of God: Are: Obtained Through Faith The Promises of God: Are: Performed in Due Season The Promises of God: Are: Through the Righteousness of Faith The Promises of God: Are: Yea and Amen in Christ The Promises of God: Confirmed by an Oath The Promises of God: Contained in the Scriptures The Promises of God: Covenant Established Upon The Promises of God: Fear, Lest Ye Come Short of The Promises of God: Gentiles Shall be Partakers of The Promises of God: God is Faithful To The Promises of God: God Remembers The Promises of God: Made in Christ The Promises of God: Made to Abraham The Promises of God: Made to all Who are Called of God The Promises of God: Made to Christ The Promises of God: Made to David The Promises of God: Made to Isaac The Promises of God: Made to Jacob The Promises of God: Made to The Fathers The Promises of God: Made to The Israelites The Promises of God: Made to Those Who Love Him The Promises of God: Man, by Nature, Has No Interest In The Promises of God: Not One Shall Fail The Promises of God: Saints: Children of The Promises of God: Saints: Expect the Performance of The Promises of God: Saints: Have Implicit Confidence In The Promises of God: Saints: Heirs of The Promises of God: Saints: Plead in Prayer The Promises of God: Saints: Sometimes, Through Infirmity, Tempted to Doubt The Promises of God: Saints: Stagger not At The Promises of God: Scoffers Despise The Promises of God: should Lead to Perfecting Holiness The Promises of God: should Wait for the Performance of The Promises of God: Subjects of a Crown of Life The Promises of God: Subjects of Adoption The Promises of God: Subjects of Blessing The Promises of God: Subjects of Christ The Promises of God: Subjects of Entering Into Rest The Promises of God: Subjects of Eternal Life The Promises of God: Subjects of Forgiveness of Sins The Promises of God: Subjects of Life in Christ The Promises of God: Subjects of New Heavens and Earth The Promises of God: Subjects of Preservation in Affliction The Promises of God: Subjects of Putting the Law Into the Heart The Promises of God: Subjects of Second Coming of Christ The Promises of God: Subjects of The Gospel The Promises of God: Subjects of The Holy Spirit The Promises of God: Subjects of The Life That Now Is The Promises of God: The Inheritance of the Saints is of The Promises of God: The Law Could not Disannul The Promises of God: The Law not Against Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |