" THE PROMISES OF GOD "

Those of you who know me and that includes you who have been with me since 2000, know that I started on the " PROMISES OF GOD." For no matter how many PROMISES OF GOD has made, They are "Yes" in Christ. And so through him The " Amen " is spoken by us to The Glory of God (2 Corinthians 1:20). Now as Believers we should recognize that all of God's Promises of what the 2nd Coming of the Messiah would be like are fulfilled in Christ ("in Him, they are yes"). Jesus was completely faithful in his ministry; he never sinned (1 Peter 3:18); he faithfully died for us (Hebrews 2:9); and now he faithfully intercedes for us (Romans 8:34; Hebrews 4:14-15). Because Jesus Christ is faithful, Paul wanted to be faithful in his ministry. Jesus is the same Yesterday, Today and Forever. God's promises bring contentment in every situation. Are you content in any circumstances you face? Now, Paul knew how to be content whether he had plenty or whether he was in need. The secret was drawing on Christ's power for strength. Do you have great needs, or are you discontented because you don't have what you want? It's vital that we learn to rely on God's promises and Christ's power to help you be content. If you always want more, ask God to remove that desire and teeth you contentment in every circumstance. He Will Supply all your needs, but in a way that he knows is best for you. We can trust that God will always meet our needs. Whatever we need on earth he will always supply, even if it is the courage to face death as Paul did. Whatever we need in heaven he will supply. We must remember, however, the difference between our wants and our needs. Most people want to feel good and avoid discomfort or pain. We may not get all that we want. By trusting in Christ, our attitudes and appetites can change from wanting everything to accepting his provision and power to live for him. STAND ON THE PROMISES OF GOD AND BELIEVE. Until Next Time... Jim,