In this sermon, we are reminded that God has given us exceeding great and precious promises, but we must actively claim them through faith and obedience. Just like a check in the mail, God’s promises need to be cashed in through our daily walk with Him.
Key Takeaways
- Active Faith: We must fully perceive and claim God’s promises rather than just letting them sit unread.
- Divine Ability: God is completely able to fulfill every promise He has made to His children.
- Conditions for Blessing: Many of God’s promises come with conditions, requiring our obedience, prayer, and faith.
- Righteous Living: Choosing to live according to God’s righteousness brings true peace, wisdom, and spiritual progress.
Cashing in God’s Checks
God has provided us with incredible promises regarding prayer, comfort, longevity, and provision. However, having a promise is not enough; we have to put effort forward and live righteously to see God’s best in our lives. When we align our daily actions with His Word, we unlock the full blessings He has prepared for us.
Scriptures Referenced
- 2 Peter 1:4: God has given us exceeding great and precious promises through His divine power.
- 2 Peter 1:3: All things pertaining to life and godliness are given through the knowledge of Him.
- 2 Corinthians 1:20: All the promises of God are “yes” and “amen” in Christ.
- 1 Kings 8:56: Not one word of God’s good promises has ever failed.
- Romans 4:21: Abraham was fully persuaded that God was able to perform what He promised.
- Ephesians 3:20: God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think.
- 1 John 2:25: God has promised us eternal life through His Son.
- Romans 4:16: The promise is sure to all of seed through faith and grace.
- Galatians 3:21: The law could not give life or righteousness, which come by promise.
- Galatians 4:23: Isaac was born by the promise of God.
- Galatians 4:28: Believers are children of the promise just as Isaac was.
- Hebrews 11:8: By faith Abraham obeyed and went out into his inheritance.
- John 15:7: Abiding in Christ allows us to ask whatever we wish and receive it.
- Matthew 6:33: Seeking first God’s kingdom means all other things will be added to us.
- John 14:1: Jesus commands us not to let our hearts be troubled.
- Proverbs 10:27: The fear of the Lord prolongs life.
- Isaiah 30:23: God provides rain, bread, and plenty for His people.
- Job 17:9: The righteous shall hold on their way and grow stronger.
- Revelation 2:10: Being faithful unto death brings the crown of life.
- James 1:5: God gives wisdom liberally to anyone who asks Him in faith.