THE UNWAVERING NATURE OF GOD’S FAITHFULNESS (1)
February 4, 2025
TEXT: “Know therefore that the Lord thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations.” Deuteronomy 7:9
Many contemporary Christians have a superficial understanding of God’s faithfulness, equating it solely with favourable circumstances. However, is God’s faithfulness solely defined by whether He grants our every request and turns situations in our favour? Does God’s faithfulness equate to an absence of trials and difficulties in our lives?
When we speak of God’s faithfulness, we must consider what this concept truly means. It is more than simply meeting our every wish and desire. Rather, God’s faithfulness is bound up in His very essence, as an unchanging, unshakeable, eternally faithful God.
The Scriptures tell us that God’s faithfulness is a fundamental aspect of His character. In Psalm 119:90, we read, “Thy faithfulness is unto all generations: thou hast established the earth, and it abideth.” This verse highlights the enduring nature of God’s faithfulness, which is not limited to a particular time or generation.
Furthermore, God’s faithfulness is not dependent on our actions or circumstances. In 2 Timothy 2:13, we read, “If we believe not, yet he abideth faithful: he cannot deny himself.” This verse emphasizes that God’s faithfulness is not conditional upon our faithfulness, but rather it is an inherent aspect of His character.
In addition, God’s faithfulness is demonstrated through His covenant promises. In Genesis 12:2-3, we read, “And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing: And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.” This passage highlights God’s covenant promise to Abraham, which is a demonstration of His faithfulness to His people.
In conclusion, God’s faithfulness is an unshakeable aspect of His character, demonstrated through His covenant promises, His enduring presence, and His unwavering commitment to His people.
SEARCHLIGHT: God’s faithfulness is not dependent on our circumstances, but rather it is an inherent aspect of His character.
PRAYER: Father, help me to trust in Your faithfulness, even when I do not understand my circumstances.
BIBLE READING: Joshua 6-8, Romans 1.
PST. MICHAEL OMOLE
