The Definition of a Promise:
1. A Latin word that means to send before
2. An oral or written agreement to do or not to do something
3. A vow or a solemn pledge0

Scriptural definition: God’s announcement of His plan of salvation and blessing to His people.
1. According to Dr. Evert Storms, there are 8810 promises in the Bible.
2. About 7500 are promises from God to man.
3. All of these promises reside in the person of Jesus Christ.
4. God’s promises will never fail.
5. Every promise will be fulfilled to the letter.

You can stand on the Promises of God:

I. When You Understand the Need for Salvation
A. God is not willing for any to perish.
B. God gave His Son as proof of His love for us.

II. When You Understand the Need for Security
The Holy Spirit is God’s seal for the saved.

III. When You Understand that God Will Supply Our Daily Needs.
A. Most people do not struggle with needs, but with wants.
B. There is a definite correlation between obedience and blessing.

IV. When You Understand the Soon Coming of Our Lord
A. Times of uncertainty do not cancel the promises of God.
B. God’s time-table for the end includes the rise and fall of nations.
Everything centers on Christ.

V. When You Understand the Need for Revival.