As we prepare for the start of another school year and changes to schedules, timetables, and the beginning of the year business, I reflect on the steadfastness found in my quiet time with the Lord. I want to share with you a bit of the incredible power and assurance I find in standing on the promises of God. As a working woman navigating through the complexities of life, I often face challenges that can shake my faith and test my resolve in the form of doubt, anxiety, and fear. Yet, amid it all, I have a steadfast anchor: the promises of our loving Father to stand beside me and provide a lift in my uncertainty.
Psalm 119:116 says, “Sustain me according to your promise, and I will live; do not let my hopes be dashed.” These words resonate deeply with many of us. They speak to the longing in our hearts for stability, and for assurance that amidst the uncertainties of life, God’s promises remain true and reliable. When the trials of busyness and doubt for what is coming threaten to overwhelm us, we can cry out to God, knowing that He sustains us according to His promises. He is our source of strength and our reason for hope.
In Psalm 119:162, the psalmist declares, “I rejoice in your promise like one who finds great spoil.” Imagine the joy and excitement of discovering a treasure beyond measure. This is the way that God sees us as his daughters. We are loved beyond our earthly bounds; we should approach God’s promises—with an eager anticipation and a heart full of gratitude. Each promise given to us from God is a gift waiting to be unwrapped, revealing God’s goodness and faithfulness in our lives.
Psalm 145:13 assures us, “The Lord is faithful to all His promises and loving toward all He has made.” This truth is foundational to our faith. God’s faithfulness is unwavering; His promises are not empty words, but a reflection of His character. He is trustworthy and loving, and He delights in fulfilling His promises to His children. As for His daughters, He delights in the good He can walk us through as we discover the depth and complexity of His love.
As women of faith, we are called to stand firm on God’s promises, not wavering in doubt or fear, but believing with unwavering faith. While this can often be easier said than done, I find steadiness in quiet time even if in the unconventional, traveling from one campus to another or taking a few extra minutes filling up my water bottle away from the busyness. When circumstances seem bleak, let us declare (even inwardly) with confidence that God is faithful, and His promises are true.
Three ways that have helped me to stand on the promises of God:
1. Know His Promises: Dive into God’s Word and discover the promises He has made to His people. I continue to meditate on them, memorize them, and let them take root in my heart. I have a scripture card in my car that I review at stoplights while I wait to continue to review my memory verses.
2. Pray His Promises: In moments of uncertainty or difficulty, pray God’s promises back to Him. Claiming His words over my life, trusting that He will fulfill what He has spoken. I feel as though He delights in the conversation, and connection when I am at a loss for the words.
3. Live by His Promises: Let the promises of God guide your decisions, actions, and attitudes. Live with the confidence that God’s promises are your reality, shaping how you face each day through the words you speak and the actions or reactions you choose.
When considering how to stand on His promises, it is not a passive act, but a deliberate choice to trust in His faithfulness. We make thousands of choices every day regarding our families, friends, and personal responses. As we do so, we will experience His sustaining power, overflowing joy, and unwavering love in ways that exceed our expectations. May our lives be a testimony to the goodness and grace of our God, who sustains us according to His promises.
We want to thank Kate McCandless for sharing this post.
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