I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. As we gather today, let us remember the words of the Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 1:20, "For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory."
Today, I want to reflect on the power of God's promises and how they are fulfilled in Christ Jesus. Our God is a God of promise, and His promises are not empty words but are backed by His unchanging character and faithfulness. He is a covenant-keeping God who always keeps His word.
Let us consider the promises of God throughout Scripture. In Genesis 12:2-3, God promised Abraham that He would make him into a great nation and bless all the families of the earth through him. This promise was not only fulfilled in Abraham's lifetime but also in the coming of Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world, who was a descendant of Abraham.
In Exodus 3:8, God promised to deliver His people from the hands of their oppressors and bring them into a land flowing with milk and honey. This promise was fulfilled when Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt and into the Promised Land.
In Jeremiah 31:31, God promised to make a new covenant with His people, writing His laws on their hearts and forgiving their sins. This promise was fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who established the new covenant through His death and resurrection.
As we reflect on these promises, let us remember that God's promises are not just for the past but are also for the present and the future. He has promised to be with us always, to never leave us nor forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). He has promised to supply all our needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). He has promised to give us eternal life through faith in His Son Jesus Christ (John 3:16).
Therefore, let us cling to the promises of God, trusting in His faithfulness and relying on His strength. Let us not be shaken by the trials and tribulations of this world but stand firm in our faith, knowing that God is with us and will never forsake us.
As we go about our day, let us remember to utter our "Amen" to God, affirming our faith in His promises and giving Him glory for His faithfulness. Let us pray:
Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your promises, which are Yes and Amen in Christ Jesus. We thank You for Your faithfulness and Your unchanging character. We trust in Your promises, knowing that You will never leave us nor forsake us. We ask that You would strengthen our faith and help us to stand firm in our trust in You. We pray this in Jesus' name. Amen.
