“For the Lord will not forsake his people, for his great name’s sake, because it has pleased the Lord to make you a people for himself.” – 1 Samuel 12:22
What was true for Israel 3000 years ago is true for you today if Jesus is your Lord! Scripture explains that everyone who trusts in Jesus has become part of God’s people. The cross and the empty tomb of Resurrection Sunday made this happen! We’re adopted into God’s family by His grace through faith in Jesus Christ. If Jesus is Lord of your life, then this is true for you!
God won’t ever forsake you. He will never abandon you, leave you, ignore you, or reject you in Jesus Christ. You’re never alone because God is always present with you and listening to your prayers, confessions, worries, and fears. This verse also explains why you can trust this promise. God will be forever faithful for His great name’s sake. Faithfulness is fundamental to the name and nature of God. He is a God Who is merciful, gracious, patient, just, steadfastly faithful, and overflowing in love. He can’t violate His name and nature. He is characterized by loyal love for His people and His faithfulness is to His glory.
If Jesus is your Lord, know that this is 100% true for you. When you feel alone, know that God is with you. When it feels like your prayers aren’t being heard, know that God is listening. When you feel abandoned by God, know that that will never happen. When you feel unloved by God, know that that’s impossible. God is with you. He loves you. He’ll never give up on you. He’ll always forgive you when you ask for His forgiveness. #FollowJesus