Hebrews 6:12-16

12so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of those who through faith and perseverance inherit the promises.

13Now when God made his promise to Abraham, since he could swear by no one greater, he swore by himself,

14saying, “Surely I will bless you greatly and multiply your descendants abundantly.”

15And so by persevering, Abraham inherited the promise.

16For people swear by something greater than themselves, and the oath serves as a confirmation to end all dispute.