GOD DOES NOT CHANGE

The only thing constant is change.

Any object or entity changes in time. The change may be an upgrade or downgrade from its' current state. Money loses its value every year due to inflation. An antique furniture increases its worth as it ages. All things undergo a process of change because they are not perfect. This does not apply to God because God is perfect. He cannot anymore improve or decrease in value because He is perfect. 

The book of Psalm says, “But you are always the same, and your life never ends.” (Psalm 102:27) 

As we know, this attribute of God does not apply to man. We read stories in the bible about how good leaders changed during their reign. King Saul started out as a good king but became a bad one. He cursed his own people, rebelled against the word of God and he lied to Samuel. He became envious of David and even persecuted him. King David was the local superhero when he defeated Goliath. But, later in his reign as king he committed murder and adultery. King Solomon prayed to God for wisdom so that he may lead God’s people effectively. Later on, he turned to wealth and power and his decisions became questionable. Everyone noticed that his decision-making was not anymore “wise”. He married other women who were worshipping other gods. He eventually worship these gods also and even made temples for them.

We saw this change also with our modern day leaders like Philippines’ Ferdinand Marcos, Libya’s Muammar Ghadafi and others. No change is possible in God. Any change will either be for better or worse. Since God is absolute perfection there is no reason for Him to change. 

Malachi 3:6 I am the LORD, and I do not change. And so you, the descendants of Jacob, are not yet completely lost 

God is perfect. All good things come from Him because He is perfect. 

Every good gift and every perfect present comes from heaven; it comes down from God, the Creator of the heavenly lights, who does not change or cause darkness by turning. (James 1:17) 

What God said in the bible still holds true up to now because He does not change. In the book of Exodus, we recall the scene where Moses was talking to God. He was having a difficult time leading God’s people travel the desert. They kept on complaining about food, the long travel, the heat and others. Like my kids, their constant question to Moses was, “Are we there yet?”

Moses asked God what he should do with this group that kept on whining. 

Moses said to the LORD, “It is true that you have told me to lead these people to that land, but you did not tell me whom you would send with me. You have said that you know me well and are pleased with me. Now if you are, tell me your plans, so that I may serve you and continue to please you. Remember also that you have chosen this nation to be your own.” (Exodus 33:12-14)  

And this is what God promised Moses - The LORD said, "I will go with you, and I will give you victory."  

God also makes this promise to you now. When things are not going your way don’t blame God. God promises not only to send the solution to your problem but to join you as you travel the “difficult” course. When God says that he will be with us during bad times He means it. All good things come from Him and this assures you that God will help you overcome your trial thru the blessings He will give you. Perfection means perfection. God will not change because there is no change that will improve Him. The promises He gave His people in the bible still applies to us today and forever. So the next time you are faced with trial, just remember what the Perfect God said Moses, "I will go with you, and I will give you victory."