For all the promises of God in Him are yea, and in Him Amen, unto the glory of God by us. 2 Corinthians 1:20
We all know what the word Amen means, it means the prayer is over and you can open your eyes. Even the little children like to say Amen at the end of a prayer, they know what it means, now we can eat! Or does it mean something more?
The Greek word Amen is also translated as Verily many times in our Bibles. It’s true, it’s absolutely true. So maybe Amen means more than just assent at the end of a prayer. It certainly means more than that in today’s text. The apostle mentions the promises of God, and reminds us that it is in Christ that these promises to us are fulfilled. In Christ, the promises are true, they are accomplished, they are settled forever.
What promises is Paul speaking about here? All of them that pertain to us! Many of the promises of Scripture do not apply to us, but to Israel. But there are many that we can claim. And through Christ, we do.
What about the promise of everlasting life? God keeps that promise because His Son purchased our redemption on the cross. What about the promise that Jesus will be in our midst as an Assembly? God grants that promise, based on His Son’s own words. What about the promises of daily supply and comfort? These too are ours through our Saviour. What about help in the trial and strength for the burdens? We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.
No promise that comes to us from God comes apart from Christ. What promise have you claimed from Him today? He is ready, willing, and able to keep His promises to you. Amen! -Jim MacIntosh