In the Word: God is Faithful

Welcome to Hope Mommies’ In the Word devotionals. Over the next several weeks, we will be looking at different characteristics of God—specifically reflecting on how each aspect of His character offers us hope in the midst of our grief.  As we study together, we encourage you to use the comments as a place to dialogue with us about what you are learning and share your answers to the questions below. We pray that you hearts will be encouraged as you dig into the infinitely beautiful character of God along with us! 

“For the word of the Lord is upright, and all His work is done in faithfulness.”
Psalm 33:4

READ:

All of His work—everything God does—is done in faithfulness. Every plan He has made, every purpose for your life, every move He makes in this universe, fulfills what He has said He will do for His people, because God is faithful. He is committed in every moment to keep His great faithfulness towards you. He is faithful during loss. He is faithful in the midst of darkness and grief. He is faithful in all things.

His faithfulness doesn’t mean that all things will turn out as you desire them to. It doesn’t mean every prayer will be answered how you want it to be. It doesn’t mean that everything that happens will be as you planned. But, it does mean that in God’s steadfast love and goodness, He will work all things together as He knows will be for your ultimate and eternal good. We don’t always get to see the whole picture. Instead, we must choose to trust the Lord knowing that each day His faithfulness is guaranteed. Nothing is too hard for Him to accomplish.

There will be days when we are faced with strong fears, doubts, and insecurities. Dear one, God answered those doubts and fears when He sent His own Son to be the sacrifice for us. There is nothing that He won’t endure in order for His faithfulness to prevail. When you find yourself wearied and frail in the storms of life, remember this great covenant. Let your heart be held fast by this tremendous expression of His great faithfulness. God gave His Son for you. Jesus endured the pain and shame of the cross for you. You never have to wonder if He will come through for you. Rest confident and assured that He will keep His promises, because “all His work is done in faithfulness.”

REFLECT:

1. How does God’s faithfulness offer you hope in the midst of suffering?
2. How have you seen God’s faithfulness towards you in the midst of your grief?
3. How does the cross demonstrate God’s faithfulness to you?

JOURNAL:

Dear one, God is faithful to all of His promises. Take some time to search through Scripture.  Make a list of the promises of God you find and write out a prayer to Him, thanking Him for His faithfulness towards you. Hold on to these promises with confidence, and ask God to increase your faith in Him (2 Corinthians 2:3-4, John 14:13-16, 27, Luke 11:9-13, Philippians 4:19 are a few examples).

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