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For no matter how many promises 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 NIV

December 26, 2022

Promises Jesus Made

For no matter how many promises 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 NIV

Did you know that many of the promises God made are fulfilled through Christ Jesus? One such promise occurred when the angel of the Lord spoke to Joseph saying, “She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21 NIV).When Mary gave birth to Jesus, God’s promise was partially fulfilled. But it was not until Jesus died on the Cross and rose again that the promise was completed. Jesus’ birth, death, and resurrection were stages to His becoming the Savior of the world. When Jesus walked this earth, He made promises. Some were fulfilled in the past, some are fulfilled, or partially fulfilled, in the present, while others remain to be fulfilled in the future when He returns.Many of the promises Jesus made are “conditioned” upon your faith in Him (see Matthew 21). Still others are conditional—based upon your obedience (see Ephesians 6:2-3). Always remember: God loves you unconditionally, Jesus is for you, and you have the promised Holy Spirit within you. The Spirit will guide you and lead you into all of God’s blessings and the fulfillment of the Lord’s promises.

prayer focuses

Ask the Holy Spirit to help you be obedient to God and to fulfill His mission and promises.

Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any areas in your life that are blocking you from receiving more of God’s blessings.

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Barbara Alpert

Barbara was a wife, mother, and grandma who sought to love the LORD with all her heart, soul & strength. She has authored several books for adults and children. She has enjoyed mentoring other writers and seeing them turn their manuscripts into published masterpieces for God's glory. She believed that every person has a God-story within them to be told and shared. Barbara passed away peacefully in November 2023, but Bayside continues to remember and honor her legacy by sharing devotionals written by her in order to inspire and encourage others.