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STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF CHRIST
TUESDAY, AUGUST 13
Hebrews 6:9-20
Acts 2:38-40
“For the promise is unto you, and to
your children, and to all that are afar of …”
STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF CHRIST
The text continues with the subject of maturity. It comes when one stands on the promises of Christ. These are the things to come for God is not unrighteous to forget our service for Him and for the saints. There is a need for diligence, not slothfulness. Through faith, hope and patience, there is a heritage of the promises. This is the anchor of believers. Jesus has entered into the holy place as our High Priest. He is thus their assurance.
In their maturity, believers are persuaded of better things that accompany salvation. These are the blessings and the fruit of the Spirit. Thus, believers, as they mature spiritually, will aspire for these things. This is one difference between believers and unbelievers. This encouragement is meant to persuade them to demonstrate their faith. There must be a clear line that separates them. In the early days in this country (Kenya) when there were few Christians, the believers were despised because of their faith. There were customary rites that particular tribes were to observe. These were idol worship and superstition, but were highly regarded by the people. Christians were seen as outcasts. They made their stand known and showed their changed lives that accompanied their salvation. God gave them hope when He made His promises known to them.
The text beautifully asserted this in verse 10: “For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.” The reward of believers is firmly grounded on the promises of God. This is a great treasure for them, when they know God and what He is able to do for them. This is an assurance that they have all things according to God’s will.
THOUGHT: The promises of Christ are sure as the rising of the sun each morning.
PRAYER: Father, may I never doubt Thy promises concerning my salvation.