Almost five months ago, our “normal” changed dramatically. Overnight, schools closed, businesses closed, and many people started working from home. We couldn’t go to church or the movies or the mall. Our daily lives seemed to come to a halt.
Two weeks of social distancing has turned into five months and things continue to change. Some businesses are beginning to reopen with limited capacity. Some people are starting to go back to work. There are more cars on the road and more people traveling.
Other things continue to change everyday and leave us unsettled about the future. Will schools reopen? What will that look like? Will there be a cure for this virus or even a treatment that everyone supports? Will I be able to afford it? Will the police be defunded? Who will I call when I am in danger?
With so many things changing, it is easy to feel as if we are walking on unlevel ground. It is easy to feel unstable as each day starts. What will change today? How will it affect my family?
There is one constant that we can always count on. One thing that never changes.
God.
“I the Lord do not change. So you, the descendants of Jacob, are not destroyed.” Malachi 3:6
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Hebrews 13:8
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17
God is the one constant I can always count on. He will never change. He can’t be bought, manipulated, or deceived. His truths do not change because the opinions of a society might change.
If you are feeling unsettled because of all the changes constantly going on around us, remember we were created by a God who never changes. Rest in His promises. Remember who He is, our firm foundation. With God, we can walk on solid ground with steps that do not waver.
With Eyes on the Cross 