Promises for the Battle
Promises
God’s Presence #7—Present for Life
God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. The ones who have the Son have this life; the ones who do not have the Son of God do not have this life. 1 John 5:11–12 All patients have doctors. We have a doctor in the sense that the doctor has … Continue reading
God’ Presence #6—Present For Clarity
It is to your advantage that I … send the Helper to you. … He will expose the world’s error concerning sin, righteousness, and judgment. John 16:7–8 The rest of the world would have us believe incorrectly about certain fundamental truths regarding God’s kingdom. This is why Jesus thinks having the Holy Spirit is advantageous … Continue reading
God’s Presence #5—Present Against Fear
The Lord himself has said, “I will never desert you, nor will I ever forsake you.” Therefore, we confidently say, “I AM is my helper; I will not be frightened. What can a person do to me?” Hebrews 13:5–6 Fear is very often a lie. Normally, fear occurs when we see a situation as dangerous … Continue reading
God’s Presence #4—Present In The Valley
Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil; for you are with me. Your rod and staff comfort me. You prepared a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anointed my head with oil. My cup overflows. Surely goodness and extraordinary kindness will pursue me … Continue reading
God’s Presence #3—Present In Persecution
Joseph had been taken down to Egypt … and I AM was with Joseph. Genesis 39:1–2 Where we are in life, physically or existentially, is infinitely less important than who is with us while we’re there. Paradise becomes perdition if we’re in a “Garden of Eden” accompanied by an enemy. If we feel captive in … Continue reading
God’s Presence #2—Present For Joy
I have set I AM continually before me; I will not be shaken because he is at my right hand. … You make me know the way of life: fullness of joy in your presence; pleasures from your right hand forever. Psalm 16:8–11 While the psalmist alludes to the full and eternal fellowship we will … Continue reading
God’s Presence #1—Present For Victory
In one sense we can never escape the presence of God: “In him we live and move and exist.” “Where can I flee from your presence?” is a rhetorical question implying a negative answer. But God’s promises to be present in an actively helpful sense are legion and were given to motivate our resolve to … Continue reading
Godliness #8—Praised By Godliness
Know that I AM has set apart the godly person for himself. So I AM hears when I call to him. Psalm 4:3 Before any of my days began, O Lord, you had ordained them all and written them in your book. This was no whim, nor capricious contingency. Your grace toward me is unique … Continue reading
Godliness #7—Godly Fellowship
Turn away from evil, do good, and always live together in fellowship. For I AM loves justice, and does not forsake his godly ones. Psalm 37:27–28 Caring for other citizens of God’s kingdom demonstrates and perpetuates our fellowship with God. One of the ways Jesus paraphrases this promise is this: “Those who give you a … Continue reading
Godliness #6—Godly Repentance
I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not conceal my guilt. I said, “I will confess my rebellion to I AM,” and you lifted off the guilt of my sin. Therefore all who are godly pray to you at a time of distress; then the flood of great waters will not reach them. … Continue reading
Promises for the Battle 