What is one supposed to feel when he realised he’s just turned twenty five? Twenty freakin’ five. Right now, to be honest, I’m still in a huge state of denial. Because the reality is, this number carries with it some inescapable truths and implications that would just rock me to the core, for sure. And that’s for a different blogpost.
See, I was really keen to share something on my blog like I’d always do when there’s a special occasion. Maybe make a list of some personal stuff like “25 things to do before I turn 25”, or “25 facts about me”, or maybe “25 life lessons” (which I sort of already did on my 24th last year with this blogpost). But really, I didn’t feel like any of these would be useful or fun or engaging anymore.
And so I had to stop and reflect, “What is really in my heart lately? What matters to me the most in the last few months?”
The answer didn’t come to me like an aha moment or an unexpected mental surprise. The answer was simple. The answer can be precised in three letters: G-O-D.
The Word of God (His promises, stories, precepts, wisdom) has become my lifeline. In fact, now I read it like my life depends on it. And the more I get to read His Word, the more I get to know God; the more I get to meet Jesus personally. And I tell you, I can’t get enough of Him.
Now, the Bible records thousands and thousands of God’s promises He made known to humanity, in many different areas of life (i.e., faith, guidance, supplication, protection, family matters, etc.). And God’s promises are always a Yes and Amen (2 Corinthians 1:20).
I believe we need to cling to these promises, especially now that everywhere we look, there are horrendous things that are happening in our world, one after the other, because of people’s wrong decisions and evil choices. But in the middle of it all, let’s choose faith. Let’s choose to seek God, and trust Him and His written Word.
And so, I am citing 25 of the most inspiring and empowering promises that God has given us in His Word. He’s been faithful to me for twenty five years, whether I have been aware of it or not. I am making a choice to stand on His promises, and declare these over my life day by day, in any season, in victory and defeat, in my highs and lows, whether I feel good or when I don’t. I encourage you to do the same.
1) Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.
2) Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD will renew their strength. They shall mount up with wings as eagles; they will run and not be weary, and they shall walk and not faint.
3) Mark 10:27
But Jesus looked at them and said, “With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God, all things are possible.
4) Proverbs 18:10
The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
5) Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
6) Matthew 11:28
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
7) Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
8) Philippians 4:19
And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
9) Isaiah 41:10
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
10) Deuteronomy 31:8
It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; He will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.
11) 1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
12) Galatians 5:16
I say then: walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.
13) Proverbs 1:23
Turn at My rebuke; surely I will pour out My Spirit on you; I will make My words known to you.
14) Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.
15) Malachi 3:10
Bring all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house, and try Me now in this,” says the LORD of hosts,“If I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it.”
16) Proverbs 3:5–6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.
17) Isaiah 65:24
It shall come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear.
18) Jeremiah 33:3
Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.
19) John 16:13
However, when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come.
20) Psalm 37:4
Delight yourself also in the LORD and He shall give you the desires of your heart.
21) Isaiah 40:29
He gives power to the weak, and to those who have no might He increases strength.
22) Isaiah 54:17
No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn.This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD and their righteousness is from Me,” Says the LORD.
23) James 4:7
Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.
24) Lamentations 3:22–23
Through the LORD’s mercies we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.
25) Psalm 91:1-2
He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.”
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