Anyone who really knows me knows I do not like change. Sometimes even when changes are for the better, I have a hard time getting adjusted to them. Of course, lately, we’ve all gone through a lot of changes with this pandemic that have been very hard. Plus, there seems to be no end in sight to it or all the changes it’s brought.
Masks are now a normal part of businesses’ uniforms or one’s own attire. The landscape of shopping in your local stores, eating in restaurants, and being out in public has totally changed. My son’s first year of college is looking very different. It’s still challenging finding certain grocery items that used to be in abundance.
There are times I get sad longing for everything to be back to the normal we knew before this happened. I will try to forget, block out, or escape from all the changes at home, but then, I turn on the T.V. to a news report or even commercials talking about the “new normal.”
Can I just say that I don’t really like or want a “new normal.” How about you?
So now more than ever, I’m clinging to the fact that God never changes. He is the same as He was yesterday, as He is today, and as He will be tomorrow.
Here are a few thoughts I’ve found helpful to remember throughout this change.
Whenever I’m alone or distancing, I know God is still there right beside me. He will never leave me. I will always have Him for company. In fact, He pursues us when others don’t. He seeks us out when others reject us. He wants our undivided attention.
People may change their minds, morals, opinions, and how they act towards you. God’s perfect character and nature will always be the same. He has a perfect love for all of us.
Our laws change. Sometimes, they are better. Other times, they are worse. God’s laws have not changed. His statutes are always good and for our best interests.
This world’s sense of justice is always changing. Sometimes, we feel like we get the unfair end of the stick. Yet, God’s justice is always true.
God’s gift of salvation for us can never be taken away. Jesus will always be mightier, more powerful, and stronger. He is still king over the earth, and He holds tightly everyone who follows Him.
While change brings uncertainty and can even be scary, I just remember God is not surprised by any of this. He will always remain in control. Biblical prophecies about the future remain unchanged and true. I can wholeheartedly trust Him through all these changes.
Dressed in Faith
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
Hebrews 13:8
“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.”
Revelation 1:8
As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless.
Psalm 18:30
Dianna, love your devotional for today. Very good remainders for this time we are living in.
Have a fun& relaxed week-end with your family.
Love this! Like you I struggle with changes, even good ones. What great comfort that God never changes- thanks so much for the reminder!
I relate to you on the “new normal” and all this change. I too, find that I have to focus on God and get my priorities straight. May God have mercy on us!
Thanks for this post. I am not crazy about all aspects of this ‘new normal’. Some parts I do like, such as forcing us to slow down and not be so busy. But,I don’t like shopping on line all the time and wearing a mask is very uncomfortable for me. However, I am adjusting and trying to make the best of it. I am thankful that we can still go outside and enjoy nature and I’m able to stay in touch with my family and friends even though many of our events have been canceled. I’m hoping and praying things will improve and this virus will be stopped.