July 12 - God's Promises

July 12 - Hebrews 6:13-20 - God's Promises

How certain are we of God's promises? Who is it that we have faith in? Why should we look forward to eternal life?

God made a promise to Abraham in Genesis 22:17 and after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was promised. So, then the question becomes, "Are you patient enough for God to fulfill His promises in you?" Wow, sometimes I am just not. I want it all to happen immediately!

Now, when man swears an oath, he does so on someone greater than himself. In a court of law, an oath to speak truthfully was made on the Bible. "Swear on your mother's grave" was a popular oath. And that type of oath puts an end to argument.

But, when God confirms something with an oath, there is no one greater. But, why should we trust Him? This is one of those verses that is profound, yet terribly simple. It is impossible for God to lie. (Hebrews 6:18) It is impossible for God to lie. Wow. Of course we know that to be true, but sometimes our actions don't prove this out. When God makes a promise, He will follow through. It is impossible for Him to lie.

Life brings storms. God knows this about us. We have to face a lot while living on this earth. But, when we flee to refuge, we grab on to the hope that we have in a God who fulfills His promises. This is hope. It is an anchor for the soul and this anchor takes us to the inner sanctuary where the Great High Priest, Jesus, has already entered to prepare the way for us.

We are about to learn a lot more about Melchizedek, who was a priest and a king. He believed in God even though He was not a part of Abraham's tribe. He worshiped the one true God. It is in the order of Melchizedek that Jesus became a high priest forever. Tomorrow we'll begin looking at this process.