THE UNCHANGING LOVE OF GOD
"Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet My unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor My covenant of peace be removed," says the LORD, who has compassion on you. —Isaiah 54:10 (NIV)
Fear is a spirit—the very first spirit to manifest and trouble humanity after disobedience to God. This is evident when Adam responded to God: "He answered, 'I heard You in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid.'"—Genesis 3:10 (NIV)
Adam hid from God’s presence because he was afraid—he was filled with fear. Why was Adam afraid? After sinning, the enemy infiltrated his thoughts and spoke words that altered Adam’s perception of God. Based on what was happening in his life at that moment, Adam began to see God as an enemy. These lies created hostility between Adam and God, making Adam believe he was no longer acceptable before Him because of His nakedness.
That’s why God asked Adam, "Who told you that you were naked?" God knew there were voices Adam had listened to—voices that told him, “You’re not worthy before God because you’re naked.” Notice something crucial here: Adam didn’t hide because of the sin he committed but because he was naked. He openly admitted this. Furthermore, Adam didn’t ask God for mercy or forgiveness.
Why didn’t Adam ask for forgiveness?
It’s because he had already given up hope. The enemy had distorted his perception of God to the point where Adam felt utterly unworthy and convinced that God no longer wanted him. To Adam, asking for forgiveness seemed pointless. He no longer saw God as a merciful and loving Father. But the truth is, our God is not like that. He is full of compassion and love for us. He never changes, and His mercy toward us is everlasting.
This is why today’s Word speaks to you of his commitment to love you. Don’t let the enemy deceive you based on the circumstances in your life, the mistakes you’ve made, or the sins you’ve committed. Don’t believe that God’s goodness has departed from you. Let me assure you: God has not changed. He still loves you, and His goodness remains upon you. Through the covenant of peace in Jesus Christ, God will never leave you. He is always with you, in all situations, ready to save and help you.
Prayer: Lord, I thank You for Your goodness and mercy that are with me at all times. Amen.
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