Resting In God's Faithfulness

RESTING IN GOD'S FAITHFULNESS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23

“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”

Supporting Texts:

Psalm 89:1-2

Hebrews 10:23

Numbers 23:19

Deuteronomy 7:9

Psalm 36:5

2 Timothy 2:13

1 Corinthians 1:9

Philippians 1:6

INTRODUCTION:

Resting in God's faithfulness means trusting in His unchanging character and His promises, regardless of our circumstances. Throughout Scripture, God’s faithfulness is emphasised as a cornerstone of our confidence in Him. He is always reliable, dependable, and true to His Word. As believers, we are invited to rest in His faithfulness, knowing that He is consistent, trustworthy, and His love for us never fails. This Bible study will explore what it means to rest in God's faithfulness and how we can experience peace and assurance in our daily lives through this truth.

1. UNDERSTANDING GOD’S FAITHFULNESS

God's faithfulness is His unwavering loyalty to His promises and His people. He is true to His Word and never fails.

a) God is Constant and Unchanging: Unlike people who may fail or disappoint, God remains the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8).

b) His Promises Never Fail: God always fulfils His promises. He is not a man who lies or changes His mind (Numbers 23:19).

c) His Mercies Are New Every Morning: God's faithfulness renews His mercies towards us daily, giving us fresh grace for each new day (Lamentations 3:22-23).

d) He is Faithful Even When We Are Not: God's faithfulness does not depend on our performance. Even in our failures, He remains faithful (2 Timothy 2:13).

e) Faithfulness is His Nature: Being faithful is not something God does; it is who He is. He cannot deny Himself (Deuteronomy 7:9).

Biblical Example:

Abraham experienced God's faithfulness when He fulfilled His promise to give him a son, even though Abraham and Sarah were well past childbearing age (Genesis 21:1-2). God’s faithfulness was evident despite the long wait.

2. WHY WE CAN REST IN GOD’S FAITHFULNESS

Resting in God's faithfulness means having full confidence that He will do what He has promised and that He is in control of every situation.

a) God is Always True to His Word: The Word of God is filled with promises that reflect His faithfulness. When we trust His Word, we can rest in the assurance that He will bring it to pass (Isaiah 55:11).

b) He Works Everything for Our Good: Even in difficult situations, we can trust that God is working behind the scenes for our good (Romans 8:28).

c) God’s Timing is Perfect: We can rest in God's faithfulness because He acts according to His perfect timing, not ours (Ecclesiastes 3:11).

d) God Never Forgets or Forsakes Us: He has promised to never leave us nor forsake us. We can rest in His constant presence and care (Hebrews 13:5).

e) His Plans are for Our Benefit: God’s faithfulness ensures that His plans for us are good and filled with hope (Jeremiah 29:11).

Biblical Example:

Joseph endured years of hardship, including betrayal and imprisonment, but he rested in God's faithfulness. Eventually, God fulfilled His promise and elevated Joseph to a position of power in Egypt (Genesis 41:39-41).

3. HOW TO REST IN GOD’S FAITHFULNESS

Resting in God’s faithfulness is an act of faith that requires us to trust Him completely. Here are some practical steps to help us rest in His faithfulness.

a) Trust God’s Word: Faith comes by hearing the Word of God. When we meditate on His promises, our confidence in His faithfulness grows (Romans 10:17).

b) Surrender Your Worries to Him: Resting in God requires us to cast our burdens, worries, and fears onto Him, trusting that He will take care of us (1 Peter 5:7).

c) Remember His Past Faithfulness: Reflecting on God’s past faithfulness in our lives and the lives of others strengthens our trust in Him for the future (Psalm 77:11).

d) Remain Patient in Waiting: Resting in God’s faithfulness involves waiting patiently for Him to act, knowing that His timing is always perfect (Psalm 27:14).

e) Cultivate a Heart of Gratitude: Gratitude helps us to focus on God's goodness and faithfulness in our lives. When we are thankful, we are more aware of His presence and peace (1 Thessalonians 5:18).

Biblical Example:

Daniel rested in God's faithfulness when he was thrown into the lions' den. Despite the threat to his life, Daniel trusted in God's protection, and God shut the mouths of the lions (Daniel 6:22).

4. THE BENEFITS OF RESTING IN GOD’S FAITHFULNESS

a) Peace in the Storm: Resting in God's faithfulness gives us peace, knowing that He is in control of every situation, no matter how chaotic it seems (Philippians 4:6-7).

b) Confidence in God’s Provision: When we rest in God’s faithfulness, we trust that He will meet all our needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19).