A Christian does not live by explanations but by promises. A parcel delivery company used to have a slogan written on their delivery vehicles saying, “A promise means nothing until it is delivered.” That’s true, unless the promise is from God! God always keeps his promises, his covenants; He is always as good as His word… and God has given us many promises in the Scriptures. Here are just a few of them:

• Commit to the Lord whatever you do and he will establish your plans. (Proverbs 16:3)
• Take delight in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. (Psalm 37:4)
• Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. (Joshua 1:9)
• For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)
• I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. (…) Even to your old age and grey hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. (Isaiah 43:1, 46:4)
• Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you. (Hebrews 13:5)
• Jesus promised: And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. (Matthew 28:20)