March 27, 2025
Chapter 10: Ep 4: When God Speaks: The Power of His Promises
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Welcome to the final episode of the "Rooted in Our Faith" series on the Diary of a Black Woman podcast. In this episode, Connie Morris explores the transformative power of God's promises. Despite life's uncertainties, God's Word remains a constant source of hope, guidance, and fulfillment. Through the stories of Abraham, the Israelites, and the promise of the Messiah, Connie reveals how God's promises are unchanging and always come to pass in perfect timing. Discover how to study, speak, and stand in faith in His promises, and be encouraged to hold onto His Word in every circumstance.
00:05 - Introduction to God's Promises
02:14 - Examples of Faith in God's Promises
04:26 - Living in the Power of Promises
07:24 - Decreeing God's Promises
08:33 - Closing Prayer and Reflection
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Hello, and welcome back to the Diary of a Black Woman podcast.
00:00:05.837 --> 00:00:12.017
I'm your host, Connie Morris, and I'm so glad you joined me for the final episode
00:00:12.017 --> 00:00:14.957
of Rooted in Our Faith series.
00:00:15.397 --> 00:00:19.017
Today, we're exploring the power of God's promises.
00:00:19.637 --> 00:00:26.397
God's Word is filled with promises that sustain you, guide you, and give us hope.
00:00:27.177 --> 00:00:31.037
These promises are not just words on a page.
00:00:31.177 --> 00:00:36.857
They are living, active, and effective in our lives when we trust and believe in them.
00:00:37.377 --> 00:00:42.977
If you ever doubted the power of God's promises, today's episode reminds you
00:00:42.977 --> 00:00:48.697
that His Word never returns void. I love that.
00:00:48.997 --> 00:00:56.757
God's Word never returns void. the certainty of God's promises.
00:00:56.957 --> 00:00:59.657
It's found in Isaiah 55, 11.
00:00:59.997 --> 00:01:06.337
So if my word that goes out from my mouth, it will not return to me empty,
00:01:06.337 --> 00:01:13.117
but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
00:01:14.057 --> 00:01:19.817
This verse reminds us that God's promises are always fulfilled.
00:01:20.057 --> 00:01:27.657
Now that should give you rest. That should give you peace. His word is unchanging and dependable.
00:01:27.957 --> 00:01:31.297
When God speaks, things happen.
00:01:31.697 --> 00:01:37.977
His promises are not limited by time, circumstances, or human understanding.
00:01:38.717 --> 00:01:45.737
Trusting in God's promises mean believing what he says will come to pass,
00:01:45.937 --> 00:01:51.537
even when you can't see it yet. Isn't that powerful?
00:01:52.457 --> 00:01:56.777
When God speaks, things happen.
00:01:57.077 --> 00:02:04.297
Are there promises from God's word that you've been holding on to?
00:02:04.417 --> 00:02:10.837
I would say keep holding on because when God speaks, things happen.
00:02:11.137 --> 00:02:14.237
Not in your timing, but in God's timing.
00:02:14.457 --> 00:02:20.117
Let's look at some people who held on to God's word.
00:02:21.017 --> 00:02:30.137
Abraham and Sarah. God promised Abraham and Sarah a son, even though they were old and barren.
00:02:30.277 --> 00:02:33.777
Now, when the Bible says you old, you know you old, right?
00:02:33.977 --> 00:02:43.057
But they were old and barren. Isaac's birth was proof that nothing is impossible for God.
00:02:44.384 --> 00:02:51.364
Lesson from this is God's promises may take time, but they are always fulfilled.
00:02:51.984 --> 00:02:58.064
That's powerful, right? So Abraham and Sarah was promised a son.
00:02:58.724 --> 00:03:03.344
They were old and barren. They said nothing is going to come from this womb
00:03:03.344 --> 00:03:04.884
or from that body either.
00:03:05.264 --> 00:03:12.824
But yet God gave them Isaac. So you need to remember that God's promises may
00:03:12.824 --> 00:03:15.684
take time, but they're always fulfilled.
00:03:16.324 --> 00:03:23.304
Number two, the Israelites in the wilderness, Exodus 16, 12-15.
00:03:23.764 --> 00:03:31.124
God promises to provide for the Israelites. He sent manna from heaven to feed them daily.
00:03:31.644 --> 00:03:39.784
Lesson here is God's provision is perfect and timely. while they're in the wilderness,
00:03:39.784 --> 00:03:46.204
and God provides for them manna from heaven every day.
00:03:46.944 --> 00:03:52.664
Three, the promise of the Messiah. God promised to send a Savior,
00:03:52.964 --> 00:03:57.244
and Jesus fulfilled every prophecy about the Messiah.
00:03:57.824 --> 00:04:06.624
Lesson, God promises are eternal and bring salvation. So we see here that God's
00:04:06.624 --> 00:04:08.724
word does not return void.
00:04:09.004 --> 00:04:14.084
They didn't return void in Abraham and Sarah's life. They didn't return void
00:04:14.084 --> 00:04:16.104
in the Israelites in the wilderness.
00:04:16.524 --> 00:04:23.244
They did not return void when it was a promise that a Savior will come and bring
00:04:23.244 --> 00:04:25.084
us eternal life and salvation.
00:04:26.218 --> 00:04:32.318
Trusting in God's promises for our life. We often struggle to trust God's promises
00:04:32.318 --> 00:04:34.798
when we don't see immediate results.
00:04:35.078 --> 00:04:42.178
But the key is to hold on in faith, knowing that God's timing is perfect.
00:04:42.738 --> 00:04:48.378
2 Corinthians 1.20, it says, For no matter how many promises God has made,
00:04:48.598 --> 00:04:56.818
they are yes in Christ. And so through him, the amen is spoken by us to the glory of God.
00:04:57.218 --> 00:05:00.618
All of God's promises are fulfilled in Jesus.
00:05:00.978 --> 00:05:04.018
When you trust in him, you're saying
00:05:04.018 --> 00:05:10.678
amen to his word, agreeing that it is true and it will come to pass.
00:05:11.138 --> 00:05:17.478
So how can we live in the power of God's promises? Here are some practical steps.
00:05:18.078 --> 00:05:22.818
Study his promises. How do you know what promise they are if you don't study
00:05:22.818 --> 00:05:25.058
them? So study his promises.
00:05:25.378 --> 00:05:31.078
Spend time in the word, searching the scripture to speak to your situation.
00:05:31.518 --> 00:05:35.618
And the scripture, we use it before, Psalms 119, 105.
00:05:36.138 --> 00:05:42.858
Your word is a light to my feet and a lamp unto my feet and a light to my path.
00:05:43.138 --> 00:05:47.218
And so understanding that the word is a light and a lamp.
00:05:47.838 --> 00:05:53.078
And so being able to find your promises, help you find your way to Jesus and
00:05:53.078 --> 00:05:56.198
help you know what you can really believe in. Right.
00:05:56.398 --> 00:06:00.698
So you don't listen to all the craziness. You're like, if God said it and this
00:06:00.698 --> 00:06:04.678
word makes things happen, then I can trust in God's word.
00:06:05.238 --> 00:06:07.198
Speak his promises over your life.
00:06:07.778 --> 00:06:11.158
That's why we do the decrees. Speak his promise over your life.
00:06:11.318 --> 00:06:15.998
Declare God's promises, the law, as a way to activate your faith.
00:06:16.684 --> 00:06:22.884
Proverbs 18, 21, it says, the tongue has the power of life and death.
00:06:23.144 --> 00:06:26.304
So what are you saying over your situation?
00:06:26.824 --> 00:06:33.284
Are you saying the things you need to say? Are they life or are they death?
00:06:33.824 --> 00:06:38.264
Well, you can tell if your life is full of life, then you're saying the right things.
00:06:38.684 --> 00:06:42.604
If not, then you might want to change up your words. So speak,
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speak his promises over your life.
00:06:45.744 --> 00:06:53.144
And number three, stand in faith. Trust God even when the circumstances seem impossible.
00:06:54.184 --> 00:06:57.604
Wow. Abraham and Sarah did, right?
00:06:57.764 --> 00:07:03.024
They just said, okay, you said it, Lord. And, you know, they had a little shaky moment.
00:07:03.644 --> 00:07:08.244
But at the end, God showed up and said, she's going to have a baby by this time
00:07:08.244 --> 00:07:11.004
next year. And guess what? She did.
00:07:12.024 --> 00:07:15.384
Remember Hebrews 11.1, Now faith
00:07:15.384 --> 00:07:21.024
is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
00:07:21.244 --> 00:07:24.424
So how do we live in the power of God's promises?
00:07:24.724 --> 00:07:31.664
We study His promises, we speak His promises, and we stand in faith on His promises.
00:07:32.784 --> 00:07:36.224
Here goes the one we're going to decree His promises.
00:07:37.372 --> 00:07:44.192
I decree that God's word will not return void, but will accomplish his purpose in my life.
00:07:44.412 --> 00:07:51.172
I decree I trust in God's perfect timing and provision for every need.
00:07:51.552 --> 00:07:59.152
And I decree that every promise of God is just and amen in Christ Jesus.
00:07:59.972 --> 00:08:08.632
So this week, take time to reflect on the promises of God that have already come true in your life.
00:08:09.292 --> 00:08:12.392
Write them down as a reminder of his faithfulness.
00:08:13.212 --> 00:08:16.812
Choose one promise from the scripture and focus on this week.
00:08:17.212 --> 00:08:21.452
Whatever that need is, like pick a promise. What do you believe in God for?
00:08:21.732 --> 00:08:25.732
Write it down, memorize it, and decree and declare it over your life.
00:08:26.232 --> 00:08:32.072
Let it be part of God speaking to you. You're speaking it back to him. Hold on a second.
00:08:33.172 --> 00:08:37.472
And then let's close out in prayer. Heavenly Father, thank you for the power of your promises.
00:08:38.092 --> 00:08:43.292
Teach us to trust in your word and to stand in faith. Even we can't see the outcome.
00:08:44.092 --> 00:08:47.852
Remind us that your timing is perfect and that your promises never fail.
00:08:48.712 --> 00:08:53.132
Help us to live daily in the truth of your word. In Jesus name,
00:08:53.292 --> 00:08:57.932
amen. Thank you for joining me for this final episode of Rooted in Faith,
00:08:58.212 --> 00:09:03.492
Blooming Against All Eyes, in our 40-day spiritual renewal series.
00:09:04.792 --> 00:09:09.852
This message encourages you to share with someone, subscribe for more inspiration
00:09:09.852 --> 00:09:13.272
from the Diary of a Black Woman podcast.
00:09:13.712 --> 00:09:18.272
Sorry, I'm getting over this cough, so I really apologize for that.
00:09:18.272 --> 00:09:23.932
But until next time, remember, God's promises are true and it's faithful to
00:09:23.932 --> 00:09:26.332
fulfill them. Be blessed. Amen.
00:00:00.837 --> 00:00:05.357
Hello, and welcome back to the Diary of a Black Woman podcast.
00:00:05.837 --> 00:00:12.017
I'm your host, Connie Morris, and I'm so glad you joined me for the final episode
00:00:12.017 --> 00:00:14.957
of Rooted in Our Faith series.
00:00:15.397 --> 00:00:19.017
Today, we're exploring the power of God's promises.
00:00:19.637 --> 00:00:26.397
God's Word is filled with promises that sustain you, guide you, and give us hope.
00:00:27.177 --> 00:00:31.037
These promises are not just words on a page.
00:00:31.177 --> 00:00:36.857
They are living, active, and effective in our lives when we trust and believe in them.
00:00:37.377 --> 00:00:42.977
If you ever doubted the power of God's promises, today's episode reminds you
00:00:42.977 --> 00:00:48.697
that His Word never returns void. I love that.
00:00:48.997 --> 00:00:56.757
God's Word never returns void. the certainty of God's promises.
00:00:56.957 --> 00:00:59.657
It's found in Isaiah 55, 11.
00:00:59.997 --> 00:01:06.337
So if my word that goes out from my mouth, it will not return to me empty,
00:01:06.337 --> 00:01:13.117
but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.
00:01:14.057 --> 00:01:19.817
This verse reminds us that God's promises are always fulfilled.
00:01:20.057 --> 00:01:27.657
Now that should give you rest. That should give you peace. His word is unchanging and dependable.
00:01:27.957 --> 00:01:31.297
When God speaks, things happen.
00:01:31.697 --> 00:01:37.977
His promises are not limited by time, circumstances, or human understanding.
00:01:38.717 --> 00:01:45.737
Trusting in God's promises mean believing what he says will come to pass,
00:01:45.937 --> 00:01:51.537
even when you can't see it yet. Isn't that powerful?
00:01:52.457 --> 00:01:56.777
When God speaks, things happen.
00:01:57.077 --> 00:02:04.297
Are there promises from God's word that you've been holding on to?
00:02:04.417 --> 00:02:10.837
I would say keep holding on because when God speaks, things happen.
00:02:11.137 --> 00:02:14.237
Not in your timing, but in God's timing.
00:02:14.457 --> 00:02:20.117
Let's look at some people who held on to God's word.
00:02:21.017 --> 00:02:30.137
Abraham and Sarah. God promised Abraham and Sarah a son, even though they were old and barren.
00:02:30.277 --> 00:02:33.777
Now, when the Bible says you old, you know you old, right?
00:02:33.977 --> 00:02:43.057
But they were old and barren. Isaac's birth was proof that nothing is impossible for God.
00:02:44.384 --> 00:02:51.364
Lesson from this is God's promises may take time, but they are always fulfilled.
00:02:51.984 --> 00:02:58.064
That's powerful, right? So Abraham and Sarah was promised a son.
00:02:58.724 --> 00:03:03.344
They were old and barren. They said nothing is going to come from this womb
00:03:03.344 --> 00:03:04.884
or from that body either.
00:03:05.264 --> 00:03:12.824
But yet God gave them Isaac. So you need to remember that God's promises may
00:03:12.824 --> 00:03:15.684
take time, but they're always fulfilled.
00:03:16.324 --> 00:03:23.304
Number two, the Israelites in the wilderness, Exodus 16, 12-15.
00:03:23.764 --> 00:03:31.124
God promises to provide for the Israelites. He sent manna from heaven to feed them daily.
00:03:31.644 --> 00:03:39.784
Lesson here is God's provision is perfect and timely. while they're in the wilderness,
00:03:39.784 --> 00:03:46.204
and God provides for them manna from heaven every day.
00:03:46.944 --> 00:03:52.664
Three, the promise of the Messiah. God promised to send a Savior,
00:03:52.964 --> 00:03:57.244
and Jesus fulfilled every prophecy about the Messiah.
00:03:57.824 --> 00:04:06.624
Lesson, God promises are eternal and bring salvation. So we see here that God's
00:04:06.624 --> 00:04:08.724
word does not return void.
00:04:09.004 --> 00:04:14.084
They didn't return void in Abraham and Sarah's life. They didn't return void
00:04:14.084 --> 00:04:16.104
in the Israelites in the wilderness.
00:04:16.524 --> 00:04:23.244
They did not return void when it was a promise that a Savior will come and bring
00:04:23.244 --> 00:04:25.084
us eternal life and salvation.
00:04:26.218 --> 00:04:32.318
Trusting in God's promises for our life. We often struggle to trust God's promises
00:04:32.318 --> 00:04:34.798
when we don't see immediate results.
00:04:35.078 --> 00:04:42.178
But the key is to hold on in faith, knowing that God's timing is perfect.
00:04:42.738 --> 00:04:48.378
2 Corinthians 1.20, it says, For no matter how many promises God has made,
00:04:48.598 --> 00:04:56.818
they are yes in Christ. And so through him, the amen is spoken by us to the glory of God.
00:04:57.218 --> 00:05:00.618
All of God's promises are fulfilled in Jesus.
00:05:00.978 --> 00:05:04.018
When you trust in him, you're saying
00:05:04.018 --> 00:05:10.678
amen to his word, agreeing that it is true and it will come to pass.
00:05:11.138 --> 00:05:17.478
So how can we live in the power of God's promises? Here are some practical steps.
00:05:18.078 --> 00:05:22.818
Study his promises. How do you know what promise they are if you don't study
00:05:22.818 --> 00:05:25.058
them? So study his promises.
00:05:25.378 --> 00:05:31.078
Spend time in the word, searching the scripture to speak to your situation.
00:05:31.518 --> 00:05:35.618
And the scripture, we use it before, Psalms 119, 105.
00:05:36.138 --> 00:05:42.858
Your word is a light to my feet and a lamp unto my feet and a light to my path.
00:05:43.138 --> 00:05:47.218
And so understanding that the word is a light and a lamp.
00:05:47.838 --> 00:05:53.078
And so being able to find your promises, help you find your way to Jesus and
00:05:53.078 --> 00:05:56.198
help you know what you can really believe in. Right.
00:05:56.398 --> 00:06:00.698
So you don't listen to all the craziness. You're like, if God said it and this
00:06:00.698 --> 00:06:04.678
word makes things happen, then I can trust in God's word.
00:06:05.238 --> 00:06:07.198
Speak his promises over your life.
00:06:07.778 --> 00:06:11.158
That's why we do the decrees. Speak his promise over your life.
00:06:11.318 --> 00:06:15.998
Declare God's promises, the law, as a way to activate your faith.
00:06:16.684 --> 00:06:22.884
Proverbs 18, 21, it says, the tongue has the power of life and death.
00:06:23.144 --> 00:06:26.304
So what are you saying over your situation?
00:06:26.824 --> 00:06:33.284
Are you saying the things you need to say? Are they life or are they death?
00:06:33.824 --> 00:06:38.264
Well, you can tell if your life is full of life, then you're saying the right things.
00:06:38.684 --> 00:06:42.604
If not, then you might want to change up your words. So speak,
00:06:42.704 --> 00:06:45.104
speak his promises over your life.
00:06:45.744 --> 00:06:53.144
And number three, stand in faith. Trust God even when the circumstances seem impossible.
00:06:54.184 --> 00:06:57.604
Wow. Abraham and Sarah did, right?
00:06:57.764 --> 00:07:03.024
They just said, okay, you said it, Lord. And, you know, they had a little shaky moment.
00:07:03.644 --> 00:07:08.244
But at the end, God showed up and said, she's going to have a baby by this time
00:07:08.244 --> 00:07:11.004
next year. And guess what? She did.
00:07:12.024 --> 00:07:15.384
Remember Hebrews 11.1, Now faith
00:07:15.384 --> 00:07:21.024
is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
00:07:21.244 --> 00:07:24.424
So how do we live in the power of God's promises?
00:07:24.724 --> 00:07:31.664
We study His promises, we speak His promises, and we stand in faith on His promises.
00:07:32.784 --> 00:07:36.224
Here goes the one we're going to decree His promises.
00:07:37.372 --> 00:07:44.192
I decree that God's word will not return void, but will accomplish his purpose in my life.
00:07:44.412 --> 00:07:51.172
I decree I trust in God's perfect timing and provision for every need.
00:07:51.552 --> 00:07:59.152
And I decree that every promise of God is just and amen in Christ Jesus.
00:07:59.972 --> 00:08:08.632
So this week, take time to reflect on the promises of God that have already come true in your life.
00:08:09.292 --> 00:08:12.392
Write them down as a reminder of his faithfulness.
00:08:13.212 --> 00:08:16.812
Choose one promise from the scripture and focus on this week.
00:08:17.212 --> 00:08:21.452
Whatever that need is, like pick a promise. What do you believe in God for?
00:08:21.732 --> 00:08:25.732
Write it down, memorize it, and decree and declare it over your life.
00:08:26.232 --> 00:08:32.072
Let it be part of God speaking to you. You're speaking it back to him. Hold on a second.
00:08:33.172 --> 00:08:37.472
And then let's close out in prayer. Heavenly Father, thank you for the power of your promises.
00:08:38.092 --> 00:08:43.292
Teach us to trust in your word and to stand in faith. Even we can't see the outcome.
00:08:44.092 --> 00:08:47.852
Remind us that your timing is perfect and that your promises never fail.
00:08:48.712 --> 00:08:53.132
Help us to live daily in the truth of your word. In Jesus name,
00:08:53.292 --> 00:08:57.932
amen. Thank you for joining me for this final episode of Rooted in Faith,
00:08:58.212 --> 00:09:03.492
Blooming Against All Eyes, in our 40-day spiritual renewal series.
00:09:04.792 --> 00:09:09.852
This message encourages you to share with someone, subscribe for more inspiration
00:09:09.852 --> 00:09:13.272
from the Diary of a Black Woman podcast.
00:09:13.712 --> 00:09:18.272
Sorry, I'm getting over this cough, so I really apologize for that.
00:09:18.272 --> 00:09:23.932
But until next time, remember, God's promises are true and it's faithful to
00:09:23.932 --> 00:09:26.332
fulfill them. Be blessed. Amen.