Old Father Abraham

It is hard to overlook the often repeated word "promise" in the book of Genesis as it relates to Abraham. In reading it is interesting to mark the promises of God to Abraham. Would God ever fail to keep His promise? No, because it would go completely against His character. He is faithful - failing never. Consider the elements of the promises because they are God's desire for His people. Of course, historically they are for Abraham but might we ask God to bless us and the next generations through us for His glory in effect praying the promises of God back to Him? There are several benefits of praying God's promises back to Him -It brings certainty of praying according to God's will. God's will and God's Word are synonymous. God's Word builds trust {Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God according to the book of Hebrews.} and so we are more able to pray in the faith that God requires. We begin believing in our inmost being that God really can do anything. Who is on your heart today? Pray the promises of God for your dear ones.Do you know this song by the Gettys? It is one of my favorites right now because I too want to be part of children of the promises!

By faith we see the hand of God
In the light of creation's grand design
In the lives of those who prove His faithfulness
Who walk by faith and not by sight
By faith our fathers roamed the earth
With the power of His promise in their hearts
Of a holy city built by God's own hand
A place where peace and justice reign

We will stand as children of the promise
We will fix our eyes on Him our soul's reward
Till the race is finished and the work is done
We'll walk by faith and not by sight

By faith the prophets saw a day
When the longed-for Messiah would appear
With the power to break the chains of sin and death
And rise triumphant from the grave
By faith the church was called to go
In the power of the Spirit to the lost
To deliver captives and to preach good news
In every corner of the earth

We will stand...

By faith this mountain shall be moved
And the power of the gospel shall prevail
For we know in Christ all things are possible
For all who call upon His name

We will stand...

Words and Music by Keith & Kristyn Getty & Stuart Townend

These words have blessed me with a stronger resolve to stand on the promises. The music is wonderful as well and you might find it by "googling" Keith and Kristyn Getty.