Among believers, there is a general agreement that the Bible is the Word of God. Understanding this is a great start. Once you start digging a little deeper, however, this claim of faith is too often seen to be less than rock solid.

While some of the teachings about Christ are generally believed, other plain teachings in the Bible are downplayed – because they are too difficult for some to believe. Thank God that the Bible does not need man’s acceptance or approval to be true.

The very first verse in the Bible is disputed among many. In spite of their unbelief in a literal seven-day creation, God’s power is not limited – nor is the Bible false in its declarations.

One reason that some people cannot accept the whole Bible is because they have a very small God. A big God – one that the Bible reveals – is certainly big enough to create a universe and human beings.

The Bible is a single unit. It is impossible to tamper with part of it and leave the rest unscathed. God takes notice, too, and He has declared that it is not to be tampered with (Rev. 22:18,19).

David did not have any difficulty in believing all of the Bible that he had. It included all the books of Moses – the first five books of the Bible – and more. Because he, and others, believed God, they were able to see God do great things.

Are you seeing God do great things in your life because of faith in His rich promises?

The last thing that God wants from any of His children is that they waver in their faith and love for Him. Yet, it is happening in too many believers today.

God wants His children to be steadfast and consistent in their public and private life. If you trust in your own strength, you can be certain that you will not be strong through the day. Temptations will come in one form or another – and you will yield sooner or later.

The believer’s strength comes from the Lord and it requires that we stay in His presence and have our eyes on Him. When we do, we can claim Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Staying in His presence requires frequent prayer and special seasons of prayer.

God’s power cannot fail to carry you through this life victoriously, as long as you are submitted to Him and His guidelines for your life. His power cannot lose and you can give all the glory to Him. Remember that if you fail, you will almost certainly find a lack of prayer along the way.

Have you been depending on your own power and are often defeated? Why not call on God now and ask for forgiveness and ask Him for His will and power? He will graciously give it if you truly desire to serve Him.

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Standing Fast in the Lord