The Promises of God 2 Corinthians 7:1. Learning the Promises Throughout History God’s most faithful servants always had a keen awareness of His promises.

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The Promises of God 2 Corinthians 7:1

Learning the Promises Throughout History God’s most faithful servants always had a keen awareness of His promises (Heb. 11:13-16) –Noah –Abraham –Moses –David –Paul (Phil. 3:12-14) By studying these promises we can learn to appreciate them more and increase our desire for them.

Are Better than Old Law: Heb. 8:6 Are Certain: 2 Cor. 1: To All Nations Blessed: Rom. 1:5-6, 16 Remission of Sins: Acts 10:42-43 Everlasting Life: Rom. 6:22 Inheritance: Tit. 3:7; 1 Pt. 1:3-5 Crown of Glory: 2 Tim. 4:8 Newness: 2 Pet. 3:13 These Promises are receive only AFTER doing God ’ s will: Heb. 6:12; 10:23 The Promises of God 2 Corinthians 7:1

The Promises of God These promises are offered to all people. –John 3:16; Rom. 1:16 But only those who obey God as His children can receive them. –Heb. 5:9 Many people will come short of these promises because they do not value them as they ought to. Have you benefited from the Promises of God?