March 8, 2025

THE RELIABLE CONFIDENCE

Apst. Emmanuel Osezele

KEY TEXT: ISAIAH 41:10 KJV: “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.”

CONFIDENCE IS A GIFT FROM GOD:

Confidence allows us to walk boldly in God’s purpose. It is not based on our own abilities but on the strength He provides. When we trust in Him, we can move forward without fear, knowing that He is with us every step of the way. "For the Lord shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken” (PROVERBS 3:26).

TRUE CONFIDENCE IS ROOTED IN FAITH:

When we believe that God is in control, we no longer have to depend on our own understanding. Instead, we can rest in His promises, knowing that He will guide us in all things. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (PROVERBS 3:5).

GOD CALLS US TO BE BOLD AND COURAGEOUS:

When we step out in faith, He strengthens us to face any challenge. Even in moments of doubt, we can remember that He has equipped us with everything we need to succeed. "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee” (DEUTERONOMY 31:6).

PRAYER: Lord Jesus Christ, please strengthen my confidence in you so that I can keep trusting and depending on you, regardless of situations, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen.

REFLECTION: PROVERBS 3:26 KJV: “For the Lord shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.”