Faithful

FAITHFUL...
Strict or thorough in the performance of duty
True to one's word, promises, vows, etc.
Steady in allegiance or affection; loyal; constant: faithful friends.
Reliable, trusted, or believed.
Adhering or true to fact, a standard, or an original; 
Accurate: a faithful account

"Lord you told me that I have the ability to ride this bike so I am going to start pedaling. I know that it might appear scary at first, and I might get a few scratches in the process, but everything will be fine because You have my back. You are FAITHFUL so You will always be by my side to ensure that all is well. But Lord it's not that I am doubting Your capabilities, I'm just saying that in case Your hand gets tired when holding the back of the seat, or You get distracted, I am just going to keep my training wheels on as extra support."

The word faithful describes one of the many characteristics of God, and has become almost cliched in the life of many of us. It's in a million songs, and it is a staple part of any word of encouragement we share with each other. Yet, I realize that when it is time to apply what we have learned about God's faithfulness to real life situations, we haven't really captured the meaning in terms of our relationship with God.

Though I say my God is faithful, I have to sign a prenup just in case He lets me down.
Yes, I know God told me that He would provide the right job for me but, while He is providing, I'll just settle for a half-opportunity down the street. He told me that He would provide the right one for me, but I am almost 40.  Paul seems to be an Ok guy. He has no ambition, a whole lot of  baggage, and he doesn't treat me the way I deserve to be treated but the clock is ticking.

I recently realized what it meant to have a true understanding of God's faithfulness.

It means that I will not stress over stuff. I have always been grateful for the magnificent relationship I have with my Dad. When he says he will do something I always have a peace, knowing that its done. God's faithfulness surpasses that of any human so why do I stress?

God's faithfulness eliminates "what if".

If I believe that God is faithful then I will trust Him. I will be confident in myself because God has my back. I will not allow the words of others to sway me from my purpose.

Because I know God is faithful, it means He will come through. 

I can boldly give birth to any promise He has for me. If He says that He will always provide, and I don't pay my tithe because things are tight, I am telling God that I don't really trust that He is faithful to provide.

Trusting in God's faithfulness means that I know He holds the blue print for my life. He already knows the successful completion, therefore during construction period when things don't look attractive at all I can take a " chill pill" because it has to turn out right. 

My God is- Strict or thorough in the performance of duty
My God is-True to one's word, promises, vows, etc.
My God is- Steady in allegiance or affection; loyal; constant: faithful friends.
My God is- Reliable, trusted, or believed.
My God is- Adhering or true to fact, a standard, or an original; 
My God is-Accurate: a faithful account.

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