Bible Promises

Why are promises so powerful?  Promises give us confidence and boldness.  Promises give us courage to act today because we believe that something good will happen in the future (the fulfillment of the promise). The power of a promise is directly related to how much we trust the person who makes the promise.  That brother in-law who lies with a straight face?  Because we don't trust him, his promise has no power. 

When God makes a promise, he always keeps it.  If you are struggling with hope, I encourage you to find a word from God and hold onto it.  Read it, then read it again. Read is slowly, savoring every word.  Memorize it.  Write it on a note card and carry it around.  Write it on a Post-It note and stick it to your bathroom mirror.  What will happen?  Your hope will burn bright!

According to one estimate, we can find 3,573 promises from God written in the Bible.  I encourage you to read them all!  To get started, here are what I believe to be the Top 10 Bible Promises.  If you have a favorite that I have not listed, I encourage you to share it in the comments below!  (If you cannot read the promises in the picture below, scroll down and you will find them printed in plain text after the picture)
   

Top 10 Bible Promises

And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:19 (NIV)

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Joshua 1:9 (NIV)

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who^[a] have been called according to his purpose.

Romans 8:28 (NIV)

Everyone will hate you because of me, but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved.

Mark 13:13 (NIV)

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)

And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

Matthew 28:20b (NIV)

 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

Romans 8:1 (NIV)

For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Romans 8:38-39