Seventh-Day Adventist Devotional For Children: “God’s Faithfulness – A Promise For You”

DAILY BREAD – DEVOTIONAL FOR CHILDREN

EASTERN NIGERIA UNION CONFERENCE CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Title: God’s Faithfulness – A Promise for You

The Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:3

Did you know that God’s faithfulness means that He always keeps His promises? Just like how your parents always keep their promises to you, God does the same, but even better! He is faithful and true to His word, even when we sometimes make mistakes or are not faithful to Him. Isn’t that amazing?

In the Bible, there are many stories that show us how faithful God is. One example is when God made a promise to Abraham. God promised to give him a son, even though Abraham and his wife Sarah were very old. Can you imagine that? Well, God did exactly what He said He would do, and Abraham and Sarah became parents to a beautiful baby boy named Isaac!

Another example of God’s faithfulness is seen when He rescued the Israelites from Egypt. They had been slaves for a long time, but God had promised to set them free. And guess what? He kept His promise! He led them out of Egypt, through the Red Sea, and into the Promised Land. God showed His faithfulness by protecting and providing for His people every step of the way.

You see, God’s faithfulness isn’t just something we read about in the Bible. It’s something we can experience in our own lives too. Just like how God kept His promises to Abraham and the Israelites, He keeps His promises to you and me. He promises to always be with us, to love us, and to help us. Isn’t that wonderful?

Now, let’s imagine a fun illustration to help us understand God’s faithfulness even more. Imagine you are on a boat in the middle of a stormy sea. The waves are crashing against the boat, and it feels scary. But guess what? God is right there with you, holding your hand and keeping you safe. He won’t let you sink because He is faithful to protect you, just like He promised.
So, my dear friends, always remember that God is faithful. Even when things seem tough, remember that He is by your side, loving you and taking care of you. Trust in Him and His faithfulness, just like you trust your parents. And always know that you can count on God, because He is the one who never breaks His promises. Next time you feel unsure or scared, remember that God’s faithfulness is like an anchor that keeps you safe. Trust in Him, and He will always be there for you. Stay faithful to God, just as He is faithful to you!

Thought for Reflection
God’s faithfulness is unwavering, even when we are unfaithful. He loves us, protects us, and strengthens us, no matter what challenges we may face. We can rely on His promises and trust that He will always be with us, guiding and sustaining us through every situation.

Song
Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father;
There is no shadow of turning with Thee;
Thou changest not, Thy compassions, they fail not;
As Thou hast been, Thou forever will be.

Refrain
Great is Thy faithfulness!
Great is Thy faithfulness!
Morning by morning new mercies I see.
All I have needed Thy hand hath provided;
Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me!

Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for your unfailing faithfulness and love. We are grateful that we can rely on you, knowing that you are always true to your word. We confess that there are times when we may doubt or waver in our faith, but help us to remember that you remain steadfast and faithful, even when we are not. Strengthen our trust in you and help us to hold onto your promises, especially when we face challenges or uncertainties in our lives. Please protect us from the schemes of the evil one and give us the strength to resist temptation. Remind us that your faithfulness is our anchor in the midst of life’s storms, and in your presence, we can find peace and security. Bring to our minds the specific ways in which you have shown your faithfulness in the past. Help us to treasure those moments and let them give us confidence for the future. May your faithfulness inspire us to be faithful to you and to others around us. We offer this prayer in the name of Jesus, our faithful Savior. Amen.