Promises, Promises: 50 Promises You Can Claim

Studies show that most people, even when there are no real consequences for breaking a promise, will still follow through. That’s good news, I guess. One study found that 61% to 74% of people actually keep their promises. When we don’t, it’s usually because of lack of time, forgetfulness, or financial strain. Interestingly, women tend to do a little better than men when it comes to keeping their word. About 60% of American adults said they keep promises to satisfy a loved one or to show they care, and the majority of those were women.

We live in a world where promises are easily made and easily broken. Words come cheap; commitment costs something. And yet, we were created in the image of a God who always keeps His word.

There are roughly 8,810 promises in the Bible, and every one of them reveals God’s faithfulness. We sing “Standing on the Promises” at church, but most of us are simply sitting on the powerful gifts God has already given us.

About 85% of those promises are made directly to those who love Him. They’re not just ancient words on a page; they’re living assurances that speak into our lives right now, no matter the season we’re in.

So today, let’s flip the script. Instead of depending on people who may fail us, let’s anchor ourselves in the promises that never change. Below are 50 of God’s promises— truths you can claim, speak, and stand on when life feels uncertain, when you need strength, or when you just need to be reminded that He hasn’t forgotten you.

Because He never breaks a promise.

When You Feel Alone, powerless or need protection

1) I trust that nothing will separate me from God’s love. (Romans 8:35)1.

2) I rest knowing God will never leave me or forsake me. (Deuteronomy 31:8)

3) I believe that He is near to me when I draw near to Him. (James 4:8)

4) I find comfort in knowing God fights for me. (Exodus 14:14)

5) I am sure that He is my firm foundation when I feel overwhelmed. (Psalm 61:2)

When You’re Afraid or Uncertain

6) I am confident that God is for me and that nothing can come against me. (Romans 8:31)

7) I trust that everything will work together for my good. (Romans 8:28)

8) I stand firm knowing that He goes before me. (Deuteronomy 31:6)

9) I hold on to His peace when my mind is restless. (Isaiah 26:3)

10) I can rely on His protection over my life and my loved ones. (Psalm 91:3)

When You’re Sick or Weary

11) I believe that He can heal me because by His wounds I am healed. (1 Peter 2:24)

12) I can be assured that He will protect me from every trap and disease. (Psalm 91:3)

13) I can come to Jesus and find rest. (Matthew 11:28–29)

14) I know that His strength is made perfect in my weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:9–10)

15) I trust that He will renew my strength and help me soar again. (Isaiah 40:31)

16) I receive His mercy and grace when I’m in need. (Hebrews 4:16)

17) I let go of anxiety because He guards my heart and mind. (Philippians 4: 6-7)

When You Need Direction

18) I depend on Him to instruct and teach me the way I should go. (Psalm 32:8)

19) I trust Him to guide my steps and make my paths straight. (Proverbs 3:5–6)

20) I ask Him for wisdom, knowing He gives generously. (James 1:5–6)

21) I walk in His purpose for my life, knowing He has plans to prosper me, to give me hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11)

22) I can be sure that He will make a way, even when I see none. (Isaiah 43:19)

When You Feel Broken or guilty

23) I rest knowing there is no condemnation for me in Christ. (Romans 8:1)

24) I find comfort knowing He uses my pain to help others. (2 Corinthians 1:4–5)

25) I remember that there is purpose in my pain. (James 1:2–3)

26) I trust that He is refining me like gold through every trial. (Job 23:10)

27) I rely on His grace to lift me when I stumble. (Psalm 37:23–24)

When You Need Provision

28) I trust that He will bless the work of my hands. (Deuteronomy 28:2–6)

29) I believe that He will meet all my needs according to His riches. (Philippians 4:19)

30) I receive every good and perfect gift that comes from above. (James 1:17)

31) I know He provides in every season. (Philippians 4:19)

32) I trust that His favour surrounds me like a shield. (Psalm 5:12)

When You Need Courage or Strength

33) I declare that victory is already mine through Christ. (Romans 8:37)

34) I remember that He has already overcome the world. (John 16:33)

35) I can be strong and courageous because the Lord goes with me. (Deuteronomy 31:6)

36) I can depend on His power when I have none left of my own. (2 Corinthians 12:9)

37) I trust that He will uphold me with His righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10)

When You Need Hope

38) I can take comfort knowing my future is secure in Him. (Jeremiah 29:11)

39) I can rest in the promise of eternal life through Jesus. (John 3:16)

40) I can rejoice that my true citizenship is in heaven. (Philippians 3:20)

41) I can look forward with hope, knowing Jesus is coming again. (Revelation 22:20)

42) I can be confident that His promises are yes and amen. (2 Corinthians 1:20)

When You Need to Feel Loved

43) I believe that God loves me unconditionally. (Romans 8:38–39)

44) I trust that His love casts out fear. (1 John 4:18)

45) I rely on His kindness and care in every detail of my life. (1 Peter 5:7)

46) I know that His goodness and mercy follow me all my days. (Psalm 23:6)

47) I remember that He calls me His friend. (John 15:15)

When You Need Faith to Keep Going

48) I believe that He will complete the good work He started in me. (Philippians 1:6)

49) I trust that He never changes—He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8)

50) I stand firm knowing He is my rock and refuge. (Psalm 18:2)

Closing reflection:

No matter what we face, these promises are anchors for our souls—reminders that we are never alone and that His goodness and mercy follow us always. Let these truths not only comfort you in difficult times but inspire you to live boldly, trusting in the unshakable faithfulness of His word.

Give Thanks… Really?

Scripture reminds us of three life-giving practices: to rejoice always, to pray continually, and to give thanks in all circumstances. These words—always, continually, and in all circumstances— don’t point to occasional gestures, but to a consistent way of living.

It’s easy to give thanks when everything is going well. But God calls us to gratitude even when life feels overwhelming. 1 Thessalonians 5:18: Give thanks in ALL circumstances… but why? Because thankfulness is more than good manners—it’s God’s will for us, and it shapes our faith, our perspective, and even our health.

The Science of Gratitude

Interestingly, science affirms what the Bible has long taught: gratitude changes us. Research shows that gratitude can rewire our brains, lower stress and depression, and even improve physical health. 

Effects on the Brain include

• Positive effect on neurotransmitters: Gratitude stimulates dopamine and serotonin, the “feel-good” chemicals that improve mood and well-being.

• Stress Reduction: Regular gratitude practice can reduce cortisol (the stress hormone) by up to 23%.

• Brain Pathways: Gratitude strengthens neural pathways in the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, regions tied to memory, emotional regulation, and decision-making.

• Resilience: Studies show trauma survivors who practice gratitude report fewer symptoms of depression and PTSD.

 Effects on the Body

• Activates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering heart rate and blood pressure, reducing stress response and even repairing DNA

• Improves sleep quality

• Enhances immune system function

• Reduces perceived pain

Happiness and Mental Health

• A landmark study by Dr. Martin Seligman found gratitude exercises increased happiness by up to 25% over a three-month period.

• Dr. Caroline Leaf’s work shows gratitude creates new neural pathways, making it easier to adopt a hopeful perspective over time.

Gratitude and “Vibration”

Beyond biology, some frameworks describe gratitude as raising our “vibrational frequency,” aligning us with joy, love, and hope. While “frequency” language comes from positive psychology and energetic traditions, the underlying truth is biblical: gratitude shifts our hearts toward life and abundance.

• Positive emotions like joy and love replace fear and worry.

• Gratitude fosters connection and empathy, drawing us toward others.

• It nurtures resilience, helping us face life with courage and optimism.

Why Gratitude Matters Spiritually

Giving thanks in hard times can feel counterintuitive. Who wants to be thankful in the middle of grief, financial strain, or illness? Yet gratitude is not about denying hardship or pretending things are fine. Instead, it’s about anchoring our hearts in God’s faithfulness and shifting our focus from problems to His presence.

Gratitude:

• Guards our hearts against bitterness

• Fosters peace and joy

• Acknowledges God’s goodness and faithfulness

• Strengthens faith by reminding us of His past provision

Thankfulness becomes a lifeline, moving us from despair to hope. Rather than waiting for life to be “right” before we give thanks, we choose gratitude as an act of faith, trusting God in the middle of uncertainty.

Making Gratitude a Daily Practice

Gratitude doesn’t happen by accident—it’s cultivated. Here are simple ways to build it into your daily rhythm:

• Keep a gratitude journal: Write down at least 5 things each day to be thankful for!

• Pray with thankfulness: Begin your prayers with what you’re grateful for.

• Speak it out loud: Tell someone why you appreciate them.

• Reframe challenges: Look for one blessing or lesson in the middle of difficulty.

• Create reminders: Post verses like 1 Thessalonians 5:18 where you’ll see them often.

In Closing

Gratitude isn’t about ignoring hardship—it’s about choosing to see God’s hand even in the storm. It’s about realigning our hearts with His goodness and His promises. Scripture commands it, science confirms it, and our souls need it. 

So today, whatever your circumstances, pause and give thanks. Not because life is perfect, but because God is faithful.

Where Did “Agreeing to Disagree” Go?

It feels like everywhere we look—in the news, online, or even on the road—we’re surrounded by rage, hatred, and negativity.

Whatever happened to simply scrolling past, unfollowing quietly, or just moving on?

The truth is, disagreement isn’t new. It’s part of being human. My business partner of 12 years and I disagree often, and even my own son—who I love more than life—doesn’t always share my views. And yet, our love and respect for one another outweigh our differences. We “agree to disagree.” For us, that means when our choices diverge, we still honour the person. If we clash with those who know us best, how much more should we expect to differ with strangers who don’t know us at all?

I don’t agree with many family members and friends on politics, faith, crypto, vaccines, or even whether Botox is necessary. But here’s the thing: disagreement isn’t a threat. It’s a gift. It forces us to stretch, to question, to grow. If we all dressed the same, thought the same, and acted the same, one of us would be unnecessary. When we accept and appreciate each other—including our differences—we gain respect, growth, and peace, both outwardly and inwardly.

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines “agree to disagree” as “to agree not to argue anymore about a difference of opinion.” It doesn’t mean avoiding truth or conviction. It means acknowledging that neither side is likely to change, so the subject is dropped in favour of peace. Scripture commends this approach. Romans 12:18 urges, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” Hebrews 12:14 (NIV) goes further, “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”

To me, it goes back to the core of my faith: unity. Unity doesn’t mean uniformity. We don’t need to agree on everything to walk in harmony. What we do need is a commitment to value the relationship above the argument. Loving our neighbour means respecting the person—even when we reject the behaviour. And anyone who has been married knows this: you cannot change someone unless they want to change – so what’s the point in arguing to death?

If the foundation of our faith is kindness, compassion, honesty, and hope, then our different viewpoints should not spark division but deepen understanding. As Ray Pritchard put it, “Live so that those who disagree with you look up to you as a model worth following.”

So instead of obsessing over what divides us, let’s choose peace. When small talk turns into heated debates about gun control, climate change, digital IDs, or if Carney is doing a good job or not, I try to step back. I’d rather preserve the relationship than win the argument. And if the conversation can’t build up, then I let it go.

We can choose unity over uniformity, compassion over criticism, and peace over pride.
Maybe the world doesn’t need us to agree on everything.
Maybe it just needs us to remember how to disagree—gracefully; without violence. Certainly without a gun.

Pray Like You Know Who You Are

Do you know any prayer warriors? The kind whose prayers seem to shake heaven and silence hell? I admire them deeply. To me, those intercessors who pray with boldness, passion, and precision are like spiritual weightlifters — built strong through intimacy with God and trained in the authority they've inherited in Christ.

They don't beg. They command.
They don’t doubt. They declare.
They don’t pray from fear. They pray from victory.

As @kittiejrose said, they are “deputized with Kingdom authority — legislators in the Spirit who speak on behalf of God, standing firm in the armor inherited through His Word.” Their declarations aren't just emotion; they’re based on an understanding of their position in Christ and the power they already possess. WOWZA!

Pastor @gregorydickow teaches powerfully on this truth: Prayer is not about our righteousness — it's about the righteousness we’ve received through Jesus. So, we pray without guilt, shame, or fear. We are children of the King of Kings — chosen, covered, and commissioned. That means we pray with boldness, because heaven backs us up.

Luke 10:19 reminds us: “I have given you authority… over all the power of the enemy…”

The enemy doesn’t want you to realize this. That’s why he tries to intimidate you during prayer — making you compare, hesitate, or feel unworthy. But once you understand your spiritual authority, the atmosphere shifts. Hell trembles when a believer recognizes the power they carry.

Look at Elijah.
He prayed for the rain to stop — and it did.
He prayed again — and the heavens opened.

What made his prayers powerful? His unwavering faith in God’s Word and his desire for God to be known. Elijah’s story in 1 Kings 18 shows us: the power wasn’t in Elijah — it was in his confidence that God would show up. Faith before the evidence is what unleashes the miraculous.

Faith prays like it already sees the answer.
Faith prays like God is already moving.
Faith prays with authority.

We have been called to the same ministry that Jesus declared in Luke 4:18 — to preach, to heal, to set the captives free. And today, God moves through His people — those who know their identity and stand in the authority of His name.

So what does praying with authority look like?

It’s not begging God to do what He’s already promised.
It’s speaking to the mountain.
It’s declaring the Word.
It’s using the name that causes every knee to bow.

The Power of the Name

Every Christian has the privilege of using the name of Jesus in prayer. And when we pray in His name, we don’t just close a sentence — we activate heaven’s authority.

Philippians 2:9–10:
“God also hath highly exalted Him, and given Him a name which is above every name: that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow — in heaven, on earth, and under the earth.”

The power of Jesus’ name is the power of God Himself. It’s an access to His throne and the right to petition Him — not just for ourselves, but for others. And He’s promised to respond.

“The prayers of the righteous are powerful and effective.” (James 5:16)

So now what?

Learn to pray with authority — and give God the opportunity to glorify Himself in your circumstances.

I'm working on it.

Have you ever learned to pray with authority? What changed when you started praying with confidence in your identity?

Share your journey. Let’s grow in this together!

So Rise up, mountain mover.
Get in the Word.
Let the Holy Spirit stir you.
Pray like you know who you are — because when you do, hell won’t know what hit it.