Fulfillment
In the Bible, "fulfillment" often refers to the realization or completion of God's promises, prophecies, or plans as revealed in Scripture. It signifies the moment when divine intentions come to fruition, demonstrating God's sovereignty and faithfulness. One of the most prominent examples is found in the New Testament, where the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ are presented as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. For instance, Matthew 1:22-23 cites Isaiah 7:14, indicating that the virgin birth of Jesus was a fulfillment of prophetic scripture, underscoring a divine plan that had been set in motion long before.Additionally, fulfillment can relate to the broader narrative of God's covenant with His people, where events in biblical history align with the promises made to figures like Abraham (Genesis 12:1-3) and David (2 Samuel 7:12-16). The term is also used to describe the completion of God’s redemptive work in believers' lives, as seen in passages like Philippians 1:6, which speaks to God’s faithful completion of the work He begins in individuals. Thus, fulfillment in the biblical context encapsulates both the prophetic dimension and the personal assurance of God's ongoing work in the world and in the lives of believers.
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Fulfills That for Which God Made Him
By A.W. Tozer3.1K39:17MAT 6:33JHN 10:27ROM 8:28PHP 3:102TI 2:151PE 5:7In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of knowing God and being in a relationship with Him. He emphasizes that God created the heaven and the earth and all things in it. The preacher also talks about the concept of the "deeper life" and how it is found in Jesus Christ. He encourages listeners to seek a deeper understanding of God and to remove anything that hinders their relationship with Him. The sermon emphasizes the need to know God and the significance of the image of God in humanity.
The Fulfillment of Man
By K.P. Yohannan57721:40MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living by God's promises. They highlight that the value of a promise depends on who is making it, and that God is a faithful promise-keeper. The speaker also emphasizes the need to trust in God and surrender completely to Him, even when things don't make logical sense. They encourage listeners to not let past failures or sins determine their future, as God promises to make up for them. Lastly, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on the Bible as the only source for knowing God's promises, cautioning against false prophets and human rationalizations.