The God Who Keeps His Promises

Promises carry weight. When someone makes a promise, we expect them to follow through. As children, a “pinky swear” sealed that expectation — breaking it simply wasn’t allowed. But human promises are fragile. People forget, circumstances change, and intentions fall short. Not so with God. Clarence Haynes reminds us that God’s promises rest on something infinitely stronger than a pinky swear — His unchanging, unfailing Word. When God declares something, it does not depend on our belief, agreement, or understanding. His promises stand because He stands. As Clarence says, the bumper sticker should really read: “God said it, and that settles it.” This truth comes alive as we reflect on the promise of the Messiah. Immediately after the fall, in Genesis 3:15, God declared that a Savior would come to defeat sin. It was the first prophecy of Jesus — a promise given in the midst of humanity’s darkest moment. Adam and Eve could not have fully understood its meaning, yet God already had redemption in motion. But here’s the tension:God’s promises are always certain — but their timing is often unknown.The promise of the Messiah was fulfilled 4,000 years later. Generations came and went without seeing the prophecy completed, yet God’s Word remained true. The long wait did not weaken His promise. It simply unfolded in God’s perfect timing. This is the pattern of God’s promises in our lives too.We know what God has said — but rarely when He will do it.The uncertainty of timing can shake us, but the certainty of His Word should anchor us. This Christmas season, as you celebrate the birth of Christ, remember:Jesus’ coming is the living proof that God keeps His promises.Not always quickly.Not always how we expect.But always faithfully. Luke 1:37 is the reminder your heart needs:No word from God will ever fail.Not one. Not ever. Let that truth give you confidence, hope, and peace — even in the promises you’re still waiting on. TONIGHT’S SCRIPTURE “For no word from God will ever fail.”— Luke 1:37 MAIN TAKEAWAYS God’s promises are guaranteed because of His character, not our circumstances. The birth of Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of God’s first promise of a Messiah. God’s Word is always certain, even when the timing is unknown. Waiting does not weaken God’s promises; it prepares us to trust His sovereignty. Christmas is a reminder that God finishes what He starts. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 1:37 Genesis 3:15 2 Corinthians 1:20 Psalm 145:13 YOUR EVENING PRAYER Lord,Thank You for being the God who not only makes promises but keeps them. As I reflect on the birth of Jesus, let it be a constant reminder that Your Word never fails. Strengthen my confidence in what You have spoken, not in what I see. My circumstances may shift, but Your promises are unchanging. Guard my heart with Your peace as I wait, trusting that You are faithful to fulfill every word You have spoken.In Jesus’ name, Amen. THREE THINGS TO MEDITATE UPON God’s promises are always “yes” and “amen” — fully certain and trustworthy. Unless God gives a specific timeline, your role is faithful waiting, trusting He will act in His time. God’s promises are not limited to your lifetime — He may fulfill them long after you are gone, but He will fulfill them. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.