I've spent a lot of my life looking for permanence. Despite the fact that I like variety, it turns out I'm not so big on change, particularly when it comes to relationships.
But nothing on this earth is permanent. Looking for permanence here on earth is like a thirsty woman drinking sand. Not only is it unsatisfying, it is futile and painful.
Everything on earth changes eventually. This is particularly true in this time in my life where not one single facet of my life is anything like it was 6 mos. ago. Adjusting is hard, and it can be temping to harden the heart, avoid the pain of loss or of betrayal.
But we are not without hope. There is someone who never leaves. There is permanence, faithfulness. It's all about where I look. There is an anchor that will hold no matter what else in life shifts. I tend to forget about that anchor sometimes, especially when I am most in need of it, it seems. But God is eternal and He promises to never leave, change, or fail. It's a promise I can take to the bank.
Because God wanted to make the unchanging nature of his purpose very clear to the heirs of what was promised, he confirmed it with an oath. God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope offered to us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. (Heb. 6:17-20)
Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. (Mat. 24:35)
He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all peoples, nations and men of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. (Daniel 7:14)
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. (Deut. 31:6).
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