“And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:32 NKJV)
Happy July 4th!
Today, America celebrates freedom—and rightly so. Freedom is precious and has been paid for by the blood and sacrifices of many who went to war to defend it. But there is another kind of freedom—freedom found in truth. This truth is revealed throughout the Bible and is offered to us in the form of God’s many promises.
The verse at the top of the page tells us that truth makes us free. But notice: it’s not just any truth—it’s the truth you know that sets you free. And this freedom is available to all who discover and apply God’s promises to their lives.
The truth you know
Over the years, I’ve heard people repeat the old saying, “What you don’t know won’t hurt you.” But when it comes to the promises in God’s Word, that simply isn’t true. In order for God’s promises to work for you—especially in your time of need—you must know them. If you don’t know them, you can’t apply them.
God has placed thousands of promises throughout the Bible to free us from things like lack, fear, weakness, temptation, sin, and the attacks of the enemy. These promises bring freedom from anything that tries to keep us in bondage. Let’s see what Scripture says about them:
Exceeding great and precious promises
"Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature." (2 Peter 1:4 KJV)
“For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.” (2 Cor. 1:20 NKJV)
How many of God’s promises do you know and apply to your life?
Sadly, even though there are literally thousands of them, most Christians can’t name more than two or three Bible promises! And that’s tragic—because they’re missing out on the many blessings God has already provided.
Here are just seven life-changing promises you should know and use:
Freedom from Lack – God has promised to supply your every need.
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 4:19) — Also read: Matthew 6:33.
Freedom from Weakness – God’s grace is sufficient for you.
“And He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” (2 Cor. 12:9) — Also read: Eph. 2:8; Rom. 5:2.
Freedom from the Power of Temptation – God promises you will not be overtaken.
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (1 Cor. 10:13) — Also read: Jude 1:24.
Freedom from Defeat – God has promised you victory.
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Cori. 15:57)
Freedom from Fear – God is with you and upholds you.
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” — Also read: Deut. 31:8.
Freedom from Eternal Destruction – Those who trust in Jesus will be saved.
“If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” (Rom. 10:9 NIV) — Also read: Mark 16:16; Acts 2:38; John 10:27–28.Freedom from Anxiety – The God of peace will be with you.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.” (Phil. 4:6–9)
Therefore
Let these promises become the truth you know—and you’ll begin to experience the freedom God has always intended for you.
“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36 NIV)