Yes and Amen

2 Corinthians 1:20 NLT

“For all of God’s promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding “Yes!” And through Christ, our “Amen” (which means “Yes”) ascends to God for his glory.”

Paul reminded the Corinthians that, since ancient times, God has made numerous promises of deliverance, provision, blessing, forgiveness, and ultimately, salvation through the Messiah. Down through the ages, God’s promises have been accumulating, much like treasures stored for the day of fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Paul taught that Jesus Christ is the fulfillment or embodiment of God’s faithfulness and His Word. All the promises of God are fulfilled in Jesus. Every word spoken by God in Scripture finds affirmation in Christ. The Bible is His story. When God promised redemption, healing, restoration, and hope, He was pointing forward to Jesus, the Messiah. In Him, the answer to every promise is a resounding “yes.” He is the guarantee that God’s Word will never fail, and that what God has spoken will come to pass. In Jesus, every promise of God is yes, and amen (meaning: we agree).  

Prayer:

Lord, ALL, not just a few of God’s promises, have been fulfilled through and in You. Therefore, we say this morning that all of God’s promises are a resounding yes and Amen! Because we see all things fulfilled because of You and Your grace and mercy. Thank You, Jesus, Amen!