As For God…

“As for God, His way is perfect…” (Ps 18:30)

Perhaps there is no other Scripture in all of the Bible that has caused so much death to my own flesh, while at the same time, built up my faith into a mighty rampart. Such a seemingly simple declaration, yet it is a truth that will immediately silence both the desire of my flesh and Satan’s temptations. It is a truth that girds my mind against both self-pity and spiritual doubt. It is an immovable sentinel against the ever-present, “Did God really say…?” (Gen 3:1)

This “Did God really say…?” notion comes in many forms and in myriad ways. It plagues both believers and unbelievers alike. It is an ever-present enmity against the wisdom, understanding, and will of God. It is both overt and subtle, it was with us in the Garden and it is with us now. It is the plumb line of human conscience, as to whether we will trust in God or trust in ourselves. 

Whatever form of “Did God really say…?” that may be wreaking havoc in our life or causing us to stumble, our answer must always be, “As for God, His way is perfect..His word is flawless.” Especially when we find ourselves doubting it. Especially when we find ourselves in distressing circumstances. Especially when we find ourselves wondering if God will really save us from our enemies, draw us out of deep waters, and complete His work in us. Indeed He will…

because as for God, His way is perfect. 

(Luke 22:42) “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.”

(Ps 23:4,5) Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

(Ps 18:30-32) As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him. For who is God besides the LORD? And who is the Rock except our God? The God who encircles me with strength, And makes my way blameless?

(Phil 1:6) For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will complete it by the day of Christ Jesus.

(Heb 7:25 AMP) Therefore He is able also to save forever (utterly, completely, perfectly, for eternity) those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede and intervene on their behalf [with God].