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What does the Bible say about the future?

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The Bible teaches that the future is securely governed by God’s wise and gracious providence, calling believers to trust him rather than presume upon tomorrow. Jeremiah 29:11 assures God’s covenant people of his purposeful care, while Proverbs 19:21 reminds us that the Lord’s purpose stands over human plans. We should not boast about tomorrow, as Proverbs 27:1 warns, but commit our work to the Lord according to Proverbs 16:3 and trust him with all our hearts (Proverbs 3:5). In Christ, believers have a living hope and confidence that God will complete his good work in them (1 Peter 1:3; Philippians 1:6). Jesus also warns against false claims about the future, directing us to remain watchful and faithful.

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  • Jeremiah 29:11

    For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.

  • Proverbs 27:1

    Don't boast about tomorrow; For you don't know what a day may bring forth.

  • Philippians 1:6

    being confident of this very thing, that he who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.

  • Proverbs 19:21

    There are many plans in a man's heart, But Yahweh's counsel will prevail.

  • Proverbs 3:5

    Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, And don't lean on your own understanding.

  • Hebrews 13:8

    Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

  • Proverbs 16:3

    Commit your deeds to Yahweh, And your plans shall succeed.

  • Matthew 24:23-27

    [23] "Then if any man tells you, 'Behold, here is the Christ,' or, 'There,' don't believe it. [24] For there will arise false christs, and false prophets, and they will show great signs and wonders, so as to lead astray, if possible, even the chosen ones. [25] "Behold, I have told you beforehand. [26] If therefore they tell you, 'Behold, he is in the wilderness,' don't go out; 'Behold, he is in the inner chambers,' don't believe it. [27] For as the lightning comes forth from the east, and is seen even to the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man.

  • 1 Peter 1:3

    Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to his great mercy became our father again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,

  • 2 Timothy 4:3

    For the time will come when they will not listen to the sound doctrine, but, having itching ears, will heap up for themselves teachers after their own lusts;

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