Sunday, November 10, 2024

The Spirit of Promise

In Him you also trusted, after you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation; in whom also, having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise, Who is the guarantee of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, to the praise of His glory. (Ephesians 1:13-14)

 

The hope that Christians have is much more than the emotional, feel-good phenomenon the world clings to. It is much more than, “Don’t worry, be happy.” Our faith is not “blind,” but we seek the eternal over the temporary — the unseen over the visible — that which is above not below. We enjoy a unique outlook given to us by the Holy Spirit, and He is our “guarantee” that all we hope and wait for is real.

 

When we believe in Jesus Christ as our savior and redeemer, we have peace and eternal security, and we give Him glory in return. The apostle Paul calls it, “. . . this grace in which we stand . . .” – and this grace empowers us to live joyfully and victoriously. 


God enables us to prevail through every challenge and live praiseworthy lives for all to witness. We expect the will and purposes of God to be done on earth, as it is in heaven. The Spirit who lives in us is the guarantee that these things are true, so we boldly say, "Yes and amen!"

 

Let's Pray - Dear Father, nothing compares to the promise I enjoy in Jesus Christ. May I keep my eyes heavenward and bless Your name in all I say and do today. Amen.


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