The Promises of God

Introduction:

Scripture is filled with the promises of God.  (II Peter 1:2-4)  The child of God can go to God’s Word whenever and find peace, comfort, and joy from these promises.  Let’s examine some of these now.

Body:

I.    The Righteous Are Blessed

·   Surrounded with favor  (Psalm 5:11-12)

·   Has a refuge  (Proverbs 14:32)

·   A place of safety  (Proverbs 18:10) 

II.    God’ s Dwelling Place

·   Tell Jehovah your desire  (Psalm 27:4-5)

·   A secret place for the falsely accused  (Psalm 31:17-20)

·   God’s eternal dwelling place  (Psalm 90:1-2) 

III.   God Is Our Refuge

·   Jehovah knows those who need His help.  (Nahum 1:7)

·   God is always there to help.  (Psalm 46:1)

·   There is no one like Jehovah.  (Deuteronomy 33:26-27) 

IV.   God Is Our Shield

·   No need to fear  (Genesis 15:1)

·   A shield and a sword  (Deuteronomy 33:29)

·   Thank the Lord  (Psalm 28:7-8)

·   Need to walk uprightly  (Psalm 84:11) 

V.    God Is Our Fortress

·   He is our Savior.  (II Samuel 22:1-4)

·   He is our stronghold.  (Psalm 46:2-7)

·   He is our rock.  (Psalm 61:1-2)

Conclusion:

These are only a few of the promises of God.  Read John 14:1-3.

Bobby Stafford                     

 May 5, 2013