THE UNCHANGING CHANGER
By Rev. Samuel Arimoro
Main Text: Malachi 3:6
“For I am the LORD, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed.”
Supporting Texts: Hebrews 13:8, James 1:17, Isaiah 46:10, Numbers 23:19, Psalm 102:27
INTRODUCTION:
In a world marked by rapid change, instability, and uncertainty, it is a comforting truth that God never changes. Seasons may shift, people may fail, and systems may collapse, but the nature and character of God remain constant. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
The phrase "The Unchanging Changer" describes a God who, though unalterable in His essence, has the power to change all things. While God Himself is not subject to change, He changes situations, transforms lives, and reverses destinies for His glory.
This sermon reminds us that we serve a dependable God—unchanging in love, mercy, power, and promises—who is able to turn things around in the lives of those who trust in Him.
1. GOD’S NATURE IS ETERNALLY CONSISTENT
Before we can trust His power to change things, we must understand His unchanging character.
a) He Is the Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever (Hebrews 13:8): Jesus Christ never changes in nature or purpose.
b) His Attributes Do Not Fade (Psalm 102:27): His holiness, love, and justice are eternal.
c) His Word Is Forever Settled (Psalm 119:89): What He says does not become obsolete.
d) He Is Not a Man That He Should Lie (Numbers 23:19): We can trust every promise He makes.
Biblical Example: God remained faithful to His covenant with Abraham across generations (Genesis 17:1–8).
2. GOD CHANGES IMPOSSIBLE SITUATIONS
Because He is unchanging, His power to change situations is reliable and timeless.
a) He Makes a Way Where There Is No Way (Isaiah 43:19): He specialises in the impossible.
b) He Reverses Evil Verdicts (Esther 9:1): What was meant for evil can be turned for good.
c) He Restores What Was Lost (Joel 2:25): No loss is beyond His power to restore.
d) He Lifts from the Pit to the Palace (1 Samuel 2:8): Promotion comes from the Lord.
Biblical Example: The Red Sea crossing—God changed an impossible situation for Israel (Exodus 14:21–31).
3. GOD TRANSFORMS HUMAN DESTINIES
No life is too broken for the Unchanging Changer to redeem and transform.
a) He Gives Beauty for Ashes (Isaiah 61:3): He brings glory out of gloom.
b) He Turns Sinners into Saints (1 Corinthians 6:11): Grace changes identity.
c) He Makes the Weak Strong (Joel 3:10): His strength is made perfect in weakness.
d) He Calls the Unqualified and Makes Them Able (1 Corinthians 1:27–29): God uses the foolish to shame the wise.
Biblical Example: Saul became Paul—transformed from a persecutor to an apostle (Acts 9:1–20).
4. GOD’S PROMISES NEVER FAIL
What He has said, He will surely bring to pass, because He does not change His mind.
a) His Word Cannot Be Broken (John 10:35): Every promise will be fulfilled.
b) Delay Is Not Denial (Habakkuk 2:3): His timing is perfect.
c) He Watches Over His Word to Perform It (Jeremiah 1:12): His Word is alive and active.
d) He Is a Covenant-Keeping God (Deuteronomy 7:9): He remembers His promises to all generations.
Biblical Example: God fulfilled His promise to Sarah despite her age (Genesis 21:1–2).
5. GOD DESERVES OUR TOTAL TRUST
If He never changes and can change all things, then we must put our absolute trust in Him.
a) He Is Trustworthy in Every Season (Psalm 9:10): He never fails those who seek Him.
b) His Faithfulness Is from Generation to Generation (Lamentations 3:22–23): It never runs out.
c) His Track Record Is Impeccable (Psalm 37:25): He has never failed His people.
d) Those Who Trust Him Will Not Be Ashamed (Romans 10:11): His name is a strong tower.
Biblical Example: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego trusted Him, and He showed up (Daniel 3:16–30).
CONCLUSION:
Our God is the Unchanging Changer. He does not grow old, tired, or irrelevant. His promises do not expire, and His power does not diminish. Because He never changes, we can be confident that He can and will change our stories. Let us anchor our hope in Him and allow His unchanging nature to transform every changing and challenging area of our lives.
Even when everything else around you fails, you can trust in the One who remains the same. Today, lift your heart and believe again—because the Unchanging Changer is still in control.
PRAYER POINTS:
1. Father, thank You for being the Unchanging Changer in my life.
2. Lord, arise and change every impossible situation in my life.
3. Let every negative verdict over my life be reversed by Your power.
4. I receive grace to trust You even in unstable seasons.
5. Let Your unchanging promises begin to manifest in my life.
