The term "you'll" is a contraction of "you will," commonly used in modern English to indicate future actions or promises. While the contraction itself does not appear in the Bible, the concept of future promises and actions is prevalent throughout the Scriptures. The Bible is replete with instances where God, prophets, and individuals speak of future events or commitments, often using the phrase "you will" to convey certainty and divine assurance.

Divine Promises and Prophecies

In the Bible, God frequently uses the phrase "you will" to communicate His promises to His people. These promises often pertain to blessings, guidance, and the fulfillment of His covenant. For example, in Genesis 12:2, God promises Abram, "I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing." Here, the future tense underscores the certainty of God's promise to Abram, which is foundational to the Abrahamic Covenant.

Similarly, in the prophetic books, God uses "you will" to foretell future events and outcomes. In Isaiah 41:10, God reassures Israel, "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." This promise of divine support and strength is a source of comfort and hope for the faithful.

Human Commitments and Responses

The phrase "you will" is also used by individuals in the Bible to express their commitments or responses to God's commands. In the book of Joshua, the Israelites affirm their dedication to serving the Lord. Joshua 24:24 records their response: "The people said to Joshua, 'We will serve the LORD our God and obey His voice.'" This declaration of intent highlights the people's commitment to follow God's commandments and remain faithful to the covenant.

Eschatological Promises

In the New Testament, "you will" is often used in the context of eschatological promises, referring to the future hope of believers. Jesus frequently speaks of future events and the coming of God's kingdom. In John 14:3, Jesus assures His disciples, "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and welcome you into My presence, so that you also may be where I am." This promise of Christ's return and the eternal dwelling with Him is a cornerstone of Christian hope.

Moral and Ethical Instructions

The Bible also uses "you will" in the context of moral and ethical instructions, guiding believers in their conduct. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus provides directives for righteous living. Matthew 5:48 states, "Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect." While not using the exact phrase "you will," the imperative nature of the instruction implies a future-oriented goal for believers to strive towards holiness.

Conclusion

While the contraction "you'll" is not found in the biblical text, the concept of future promises, commitments, and instructions is integral to the biblical narrative. Through divine promises, human commitments, eschatological hope, and ethical teachings, the Bible consistently points believers towards a future shaped by God's will and purpose.

Martin Lightfoot's Song {346}
... Then by there came a white, white dove, Flew off Our Lady's knee; Sang 'It's
I will be your true, true love, If you'll be true to me.'. ...
/.../kingsley/andromeda and other poems/martin lightfoots song 346.htm

Self-Control.
... You must not think you haven't needed the teaching and the guidance you've had thus
far in life; and you'll need more careful training than you've ever had. ...
/.../byrum/the value of a praying mother/chapter ix self-control.htm

"Pull for the Shore. "
... a little nearer, and a man from the bank of the river sees his danger, and shouts:
"Stranger, you'd better pull for the shore; if you go further, you'll be lost ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/pull for the shore.htm

I am not "One of the Elect. "
... tabernacle. If God has said you'll get home, you'll get home"you'll fly
through the air; if you have been elected to go home. ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/i am not one of.htm

What the Big Chest Contained
... "I say, my boy, you had better look out or you'll be a man before your big cousin!
It doesn't matter, you know, about the height, if you have the sense.". ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/byrum/how john became a man/chapter iii what the big.htm

What Old Bill could not Do
... The other man prayed as though God were right close by, and Bill felt that He
must be, so he said: "Yes, God, I'll quit it if you'll help me. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/naylor/heart talks/talk eighteen what old bill.htm

It was Friday Night, and Diamond, Like the Rest of the Household.. ...
... And so long as you don't lift your feet better, but fall asleep between every step,
you'll run a good chance of laming all your ankles as you call them, one ...
/.../macdonald/at the back of the north wind/chapter 32 it was friday.htm

Six Months' Record
... "Mother, mother come away," said a young man putting his arm around her to lead
her back. "You'll see her again.". ... "You'll see her again."]. ...
/.../shaw/touching incidents and remarkable answers to prayer/six months record.htm

Conscience.
... If you don't heed its voice, you'll hear it speaking less loudly each
day until its voice will at last cause you no discomfort. ...
/.../byrum/the value of a praying mother/chapter vi conscience.htm

Temptations.
... "The reason why Lizzie wants you to begin wearing a corset while you're young is
that, if you'll bind your waist before you've reached your full growth, your ...
/.../byrum/the value of a praying mother/chapter xvii temptations.htm

You'll (4 Occurrences)
You'll. You, You'll. Young . Multi-Version Concordance You'll (4 Occurrences).
Genesis 43:4 If you'll send our brother with us, we ...
/y/you'll.htm - 7k

We'll (15 Occurrences)
... See NIV). Genesis 43:4 If you'll send our brother with us, we'll go down
and buy you food, (WEB). Genesis 43:5 but if you'll not send ...
/w/we'll.htm - 10k

I'll (31 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). Ezekiel 29:5 I'll cast you forth into the wilderness, you and
all the fish of your rivers. You'll fall on the open field. ...
/i/i'll.htm - 15k

Young (3454 Occurrences)

/y/young.htm - 10k

You (86697 Occurrences)

/y/you.htm - 6k

Abandon (31 Occurrences)
... NIV). Ezekiel 29:5 I'll cast you forth into the wilderness, you and all
the fish of your rivers. You'll fall on the open field. You ...
/a/abandon.htm - 15k

Picked (43 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). Ezekiel 29:5 I'll cast you forth into the wilderness, you and
all the fish of your rivers. You'll fall on the open field. ...
/p/picked.htm - 18k

Buy (71 Occurrences)
... Genesis 43:4 If you'll send our brother with us, we'll go down and buy you
food, (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV NIV). Genesis ...
/b/buy.htm - 29k

Rivers (81 Occurrences)
... (WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS NAS). Ezekiel 29:5 I'll cast you forth into the wilderness,
you and all the fish of your rivers. You'll fall on the open field. ...
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