THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23
"It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness."
Supporting Texts:
Deuteronomy 7:9
Psalm 36:5
1 Corinthians 1:9
2 Timothy 2:13
Hebrews 10:23
INTRODUCTION:
God’s faithfulness is one of His most comforting attributes. It means that He is reliable, trustworthy, and always true to His word. In a world full of uncertainties, God remains constant and unchanging. His faithfulness assures us that what He has promised will surely come to pass. It also reminds us that God is dependable in times of trouble, and we can count on Him to sustain, guide, and protect us. This study will explore the nature of God’s faithfulness and how we can respond to His unwavering trustworthiness in our daily lives.
1. GOD’S FAITHFULNESS IN HIS PROMISES
God’s promises are sure because He is a faithful God who never changes.
a) God Keeps His Promises:
God is faithful to fulfill every word He has spoken, and none of His promises ever fail (Numbers 23:19).
b) God Is Faithful in Every Generation:
His faithfulness extends to all generations, meaning His promises are not just for one time but for all who trust in Him (Psalm 119:90).
c) God’s Faithfulness Guarantees His Word:
We can rely on His word because His faithfulness ensures that He will never go back on what He has said (Isaiah 55:11).
d) God’s Faithfulness Is Unfailing:
Even when we are unfaithful, God remains faithful and will not deny Himself (2 Timothy 2:13).
e) God’s Faithfulness Is Rooted in His Character:
His faithfulness is not based on circumstances but on His unchanging nature (Malachi 3:6).
Biblical Example:
Abraham experienced God’s faithfulness when He fulfilled His promise of a son, even though it seemed impossible due to their old age (Genesis 21:1-2).
2. GOD’S FAITHFULNESS IN TIMES OF TROUBLE
God’s faithfulness is our strong refuge during the storms of life.
a) God Is Faithful to Protect His People:
In the midst of trials and dangers, God’s faithfulness is our shield and defence (Psalm 91:4).
b) God Will Never Leave or Forsake Us:
His faithfulness ensures that we are never alone, even in the darkest times (Hebrews 13:5).
c) God Provides Strength in Times of Need:
In moments of weakness, His faithfulness guarantees the strength we need to endure (1 Corinthians 10:13).
d) God’s Faithfulness Brings Deliverance:
He is faithful to deliver us from every situation that seeks to overwhelm us (Psalm 34:19).
e) God’s Faithfulness Sustains Us Through Every Trial:
Even when we face hardships, His faithfulness ensures that we come out victorious (Isaiah 43:2).
Biblical Example:
Daniel experienced God’s faithfulness when he was thrown into the lions' den, yet God protected him, and no harm came upon him (Daniel 6:22).
3. GOD’S FAITHFULNESS IN FORGIVENESS AND MERCY
God’s faithfulness is seen in His willingness to forgive and show mercy to those who turn to Him.
a) God Is Faithful to Forgive Our Sins:
If we confess our sins, God’s faithfulness ensures that He will forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
b) God’s Mercy Is New Every Morning:
His compassion and faithfulness renew every day, providing us with fresh grace (Lamentations 3:22-23).
c) God’s Faithfulness Guarantees Our Salvation:
He is faithful to save and keep us in His love when we come to Him in repentance (2 Thessalonians 3:3).
d) God’s Mercy Flows from His Faithfulness:
His faithful character ensures that He is always ready to extend mercy rather than judgment (Psalm 103:8).
e) God’s Faithfulness Restores the Repentant:
Even when we stray, His faithfulness allows us to return to Him and be restored (Hosea 14:4).
Biblical Example:
Peter experienced God’s faithfulness when, after denying Jesus three times, he was restored and forgiven by the risen Christ (John 21:15-17).
4. GOD’S FAITHFULNESS IN PROVIDING FOR HIS PEOPLE
God’s faithfulness ensures that He meets all our needs according to His riches.
a) God Is Faithful to Provide for Our Daily Needs:
His faithfulness ensures that we will not lack what we need for life and godliness (Philippians 4:19).
b) God Faithfully Supplies Both Spiritual and Physical Needs:
He provides everything from the strength for our souls to the food on our tables (Matthew 6:26).
c) God’s Faithfulness Guarantees His Provision in All Seasons:
Whether in times of plenty or need, God’s faithfulness ensures that we are cared for (Psalm 37:25).
d) God Provides Abundantly Beyond Our Expectations:
He is faithful to bless us far beyond what we can ask or think (Ephesians 3:20).
e) God’s Faithfulness Is Our Confidence in Lean Times:
Even in times of famine, His faithful provision sustains His people (Psalm 33:18-19).
Biblical Example:
God showed His faithfulness by providing manna for the Israelites during their 40 years in the wilderness (Exodus 16:14-18).
5. RESPONDING TO GOD’S FAITHFULNESS
In response to God’s faithfulness, we are called to trust, worship, and live faithfully to Him.
a) Trust in God’s Faithfulness Completely:
Since God is faithful, we should place all our trust in Him, knowing He will never fail us (Proverbs 3:5-6).
b) Live a Life of Faith in His Promises:
God’s faithfulness should inspire us to live by faith, believing that what He has promised will come to pass (Hebrews 11:11).
c) Worship God for His Faithfulness:
We should offer continual praise and worship to God for His constant faithfulness in our lives (Psalm 89:1).
d) Be Faithful in Following Him:
As we see God’s faithfulness, we are encouraged to remain faithful in our devotion and obedience to Him (1 Corinthians 4:2).
e) Share the Testimony of God’s Faithfulness:
We are called to testify of God’s faithfulness to others, encouraging them to trust in Him (Psalm 71:15).
Biblical Example:
David responded to God’s faithfulness by continually praising and testifying of the goodness of God in his life (Psalm 89:1-2).
CONCLUSION:
God’s faithfulness is a foundation of hope for every believer. His unchanging nature assures us that He will never fail to keep His word, protect us in trouble, forgive our sins, provide for our needs, and sustain us through every season of life. Our response to His faithfulness should be one of trust, worship, and a life of faithful service. As we continue to witness His faithfulness in our lives, let us be encouraged to rely on His promises and live in obedience to Him.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for Your unchanging faithfulness in my life.
2. Lord, help me to trust in Your promises without wavering.
3. Almighty God, show Your faithfulness in every area of my life.
4. Father, let Your faithfulness deliver me from every trial.
5. Lord, grant me the grace to live faithfully before You.
6. Almighty God, may Your mercy and faithfulness renew in my life daily.
7. Lord, provide for my needs according to Your faithfulness.
8. Father, I ask for Your forgiveness and restoration where I have failed.
9. Lord, let Your faithful hand sustain and protect me always.
10. Almighty God, help me to proclaim Your faithfulness to others.
