| The Nature of GodPosted Oct-31-07 05:58:59 PDT Because God wanted to make the own changing nature of His purpose very clear to the heirs of what was promised, He confirmed it with an oath. God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the Hope offered to us, may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf.
Hebrews 6:17-20a
God's promises are unchanging and trustworthy because God is unchanging and trustworthy. When promising Abraham a son, God took an oath in His own name. The oath was as good as God's name, and God's name was as good as His divine nature. These two unchangeable things are God's nature and His promise. God embodies all truth; therefore, He cannot lie. Because God is truth, you can rest secure in His promises; you don't need to wonder if He will change His plans. Our hope is secure and the immovable, anchored in God, just as a ship anchor holds firmly to the seabed. To the true seeker who comes to God in belief, God gives an unconditional promise of acceptance. When you ask God with openness, honesty, and sincerity to save you from your sins, He will do it. This truth should give all of us immense encouragement, assurance, and confidence that we can carry with us each and every day.
God bless you,
JH |
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