God's Faithfulness

I had a pastor during my college years who several times I heard state the following quote:  "God's past faithfulness demands my present trust in Him."  It actually took me several times hearing pastor Rob speak on this topic for it to sink in, but once it sunk in it has become one of my favorite quotes. 

It is so important to consider the faithfulness of God.  It is seen in so many ways.  You can see it in creation.  You can see it in His described desire for an intimate relationship with us.  You can see it by His patience and forgiveness.  You can see it in how He has pulled you or others through a very difficult situation.  You can see it in answered prayers.  You can see it in His supplying for your needs.

 

So, when you and I are in a tight spot... depressed... alone... confused... in need... and wondering if God will come through, one of the greatest weapons that we have against doubt is the past faithfulness of God.  It is a great exercise to look back over your life and just consider the faithfulness of God.  It is this unfailing faithfulness of the all-powerful God that now DEMANDS that you trust Him with what you are going through. 

Check it out in the "Promise Project".  There are 37 of God's promises Bible specifically on God's Faithfulness.  (There are actually plenty more that weren't listed under this category, but could have been.)  Here is one of my favorites...

Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.  Heb 10:23