Gods promises 1 bible journaling printable templates, instant download illustrated christian faith bookmarks, black and white prayer journal bible verse traceable stencils, bible stickers. Focus on the promise and not the problem daughters of. Bible verses about gods promises important scripture quotes. Focusing on gods magnificence baptist spirituality. Promises such as if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness 1 john 1. When we turn our eyes to god, we will hear him say, do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but gods. We offer sermons, sermon outlines, books, prayers, bible studies and more on topics such as christian living, marriage, discipleship, and spiritual growth, as taught.
Nothing on this earth or in the universe, whether visible or invisible, can thwart what god has promised for those who are his children. As a shepherd looking after sheep, david had to face lions and bears. Building towers gods plans for us are so much better than anything we could devise. In those times, meditating on gods word helps me turn my back on debilitating thinking. They are comforting to the soul and encouraging to the heart. Here are posts and articles that examine what the bible says about gods will and his promises for your life.
Gods promises are new every morning bookmark gift bookmark an addon gift that makes every book and bible extra special. Adopt his heart of mercy, patience and longsuffering. Position yourselves, stand still and see the salvation of the lord 2 chronicles 20. The reason its so important to have a promise that you can focus on is because god is not obligated to bring to pass what we say, but he is obligated to bring to pass what he says. But paul is here primarily referring to gods promises concerning the next life. Whatever life brings your way, youll find trustworthy and faithfortifying nuggets in this pocketsized treasure. The first promise was given soon after arriving in canaan with lot. When things look hopeless, god promises to guide me through the dark times with the light of his word. Among the many things, gods word is powerful, transforming and life changing. Henry pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to.
Yet focusing on the problem will tear down our faith and cause us to doubt gods power. The first verse affirms that god is our dwelling placea safe refuge for all generations. Some promises focus on the joy of beholding his glory like psa 16. Freedom from addictions, deliverance from sin and evil, financial provision, hope for lost and hurting family and friends, overcoming depression, recovering a marriage, good health, healing, being free from fear and anxiety, strength, and many more are the blessings and gifts that god promises to provide for those who believe in him. Transformed minds focus on how big god is and his promises. David knew that god would protect him and give him victory because of the times god had done it before. We challenge you to live like a king and claim gods mighty promises every day. Because she is praying, reading, and meditating on scripture, she comes to know and trust gods promises. Gods promises for your every need paperback february 7, 1995 by a. However by allowing the penetration of gods sword the bible, our vision is. I know your mornings are rushed, but if you create the discipline to spend the first minutes of your day reading the word of god and talking to him about the day ahead, you will have a greater focus on him throughout the day if you dont know where to start, try reading john 15. And even though im mad at god, i need to remind myself how much he loves me because his love isnt based on what i do or what i say. Exodus begins with moses not as a baby but as an egyptian. Keep your eyes on gods blessed promises, not on our circumstances.
He was no stranger to a good fight and he wasnt about to back down. By joe laguardia psalm 90, penned by moses according to the superscription, is a reflection on humanitys fragility and gods omniscience. We aim to spread the teaching of gods word through christian media with the goal of transforming lives. Today i want to further encourage you and bring to you these wonderful promises found in the word of god, the bible. She is confident that he will meet her needs, whether physical, material, or emotional. As incredible as it may seem, paul did not really look to this life for his lasting happiness. A few of gods great promises to his children there are 16 precious promises in each category. Everything has been taken from him his friends, his freedom, his ministry, even his privacy, with a guard chained to. Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious. Standing on the promises of god gods promises have gods omnipotent power behind them and cannot be stopped by human power. Are you focusing on the size of your problem or the size and greatness of your god. The scripture says while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. Or do you remind yourself through gods word of his power, love, promises, and covenant keeping character. Exercise faith rather than focusing on the giants or the obstacles in the land.
I want to live in gods will, is a common phrase in christian circlesbut what does that actually mean for each of us in our daily lives. This is gods promise of ministry to usthat we are not merely spectators, but that we are participants in the unfolding of gods ministry. The holy spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to gods promises for deliverance. When we face trials with anxiety, fear, or bitterness, we will find that they only change us for the worse. Faith is gods chosen vehicle to get his salvation and his blessings to you in a controlled and legal way. Grant me the grace to know your promises and walk in. These ten spies were focused on the obstacles, the problems, instead focusing on gods promises. Instead, trust gods plan and his eternal love for you. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to god.
Now, there is more to that statement than we can cover in one article, but here is one thought we have the promises so that we might be partakers of gods salvation, character, and blessings. The promises to abraham, isaac and jacob are the promises, a number of things were promised to them on more than one occasion. How to meditate on the word of god with pictures wikihow. See more ideas about bible verses, gods promises and word of god.
How to stand firm on gods promises during hard times. Nancy leigh demoss has been showing us why, and shell be right back to pray. Discover gods will and promises in the bible amy allender. But when we carry along gods promises of provision, protection, and peace, our lifes trials can change us for the better. Another possible reaction to problems is to praise and worship the lord in the midst of the circumstances and believe and act on his promises. See all 9 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. In my life i watched how god used pain to glorify his name and to answer other prayers. God promises us a role in building a kingdomministrybut this ministry requires boldnessit requires riskall things that we as people are innately averse to. For no matter how many promises god has made, they are yes in christ. When we refuse to waver in gods promises, we will experience the joy of knowing that he keeps his promises. The best praying man is the man who is most believingly familiar with the promises of god. The way to victory the lords promises were the basis for joshuas courage. I need to switch my attention from focusing on my problems and my pain and my pressure, my difficulties and i need to turn my focus onto gods love. Other promises focus on what god does to bring us the joy of his glory.
Instead of focusing on what she lacks, she speaks of gods sufficiency in her life and is grateful whether he provides much or little. Lord, help me to keep my focus upon you and your promises. Sproul tells us that nothing could be more foolish than not to trust the promises that god has made to us. Clinging to hope in gods promises,dena johnson martin read more about spiritual life growth, christian living, and faith. Consequently, they never were allowed to enter the promised land and receive the blessings god promised. So dont focus your thoughts upon the fears of the day. And when you can say, god, you said i would prosper and live in good health. If we could only believe what god tells us in his word and stand with. Know that what we perceive to be delay is really gods plan to redeem. On the other hand, meditating on the word of godor any other form of christian meditationrequires you to concentrate and think deeply on gods truth. Focusing on gods promises episodes revive our hearts. Thats when you must turn to scripture to mine gods promisesfor they are worth more than gold.
As you read these bible verses about the promises of god, claim them over your life. Having taught that justification comes by faith in jesus christ and not by performances of the law of moses see. There are always distractions awaiting me, and i am all too willing to look aside and feed my fears, my appetites, and my curiosity. Many times our busyness hardens our hearts to the realities of our shortcomings and sinful ways. It challenges us to meditate on gods magnificence, providence, and gift of time. Life offers us a series of trials and hardships, and how we react to these tribulations depends on what we take into them. Thats why he has equipped each of us with particular skills, talents and interests. The road to great rewards paul knew that god was always with him no matter how people treated him or what dangerous situations he experienced. Gods promises over 50 encouraging bible verses and. Do your prayers begin with a recitation of your problems. Gods word is filled with promises from our creator to provide and deliver.
In the first three chapters of romans, paul focused on the need to enter into the gospel covenant. Magnify god not your problems gods promises are real. Take your focus off your problem and put it on the word. A careful and deliberate study into gods word will always realign our focus with his will. After all, prayer is nothing but taking gods promises to him, and saying to him, do as thou hast said. When you stay focused on your purpose, not your problem, you can be happy even when life seems to be falling apart. Dont lose hope in gods ability to change the hearts of those around you who seem so far from faith. When the troubles of life come dont put your focus on the problem put it on the word. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems.
Heres my summary of gods promises god promises to do everything necessary to give us the infinite joy of beholding his glory in christ. The scriptures can direct our attention towards the spiritual gaps. Confidence in god, produces boldness strength, spiritual god with you to help god with specific people assurance, nature of do not be afraid of them, for i am with you to deliver you, declares the lord. It is clear in the bible that some of the promises of god were specifically spoken and intended for the people of israel. March 31, 2009 in christian faith, gods unfailing love, jesus, religion, trusting god tags. Gods promises my dear friend, gods word promises that when we pray he is faithful to answer. The lord appeared unto abram, and said, unto your seed will i give this land. Gods promises bookmark karla dornacher this bookmark features the artwork of karla dornacher teapot design along with the following poem. I am the lord, and i will bring you out from under the yoke of the egyptians. Macdonald faced a terrifying cancer, plus struggles within his church which made him question god and his goodness. That should be clear from his repetition of the word eternal in 4. In a secular context, meditation is associated with emptying the mind and relaxing the body.
God is as near as your next breath, and he is in control. The urban alternative is a christian bible teaching and resource ministry founded 39 years ago by dr. He explains in this book the biblical covenants god has made with us his people and how he never breaches or alters these promises. Whatever it is god has called you to, keep in mind the promises of god. The bible is the ultimate source for truth and god is faithful to fulfill all his promises. The following document contains over 340 promises given to you and me personally, straight from the heart of god. Always true by james macdonald is a powerful devotional based on one mans battle to trust in god when in the fight for his life. But the producers are clearly trying to be intentional about focusing on gods promises and abrahams faith. Dear lord, ive been focusing on my problems more than focusing on your promises.
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