Tag Archives: promises of God

The Christian faith is always a journey into weakness

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Pastor Foley

For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him. Philippians 1:29 In Philippians 1:29, Paul says that we have been given TWO privileges: First, of course, … Continue reading →

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God’s promises are never hidden. But their fulfillment is.

Posted on January 12, 2021 by Pastor Foley

Though God confounds human understanding in how he fulfills each of his promises, the promises themselves are plainly recorded in the Bible. Sometimes Christians claim to receive new promises directly from God through supernatural revelation. Other Christians claim to discover … Continue reading →

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Faith is trust in all of the promises of God

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Pastor Foley

In the Bible, faith is trust in all of the promises of God. Faith is not biblical when it emphasizes only a “subset” of biblical promises that match our personal interests, circumstances, or understanding. In the time of Jesus, some … Continue reading →

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