My Declaration of Faith:
When I think of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego standing in that blazing furnace (Daniel 3), I’m reminded that even the hottest fire could not consume them, because God Himself was with them. The fourth man in the fire was their shield, their covering, their protection. What was meant to destroy them only became a testimony of God’s power.
“Then He who sat on the throne said, “Behold, I make all things new.”
And He said to me, “Write, for these words are true and faithful.”
Revelation 21:5
Life can feel overwhelming. Every day is filled with stress, noise, and responsibilities that seem never-ending. Maybe your “normal” right now is trying to balance school, work, and family. Maybe it’s worrying about your finances, dealing with difficult relationships, or feeling stuck in a routine that drains you. Whatever your normal looks like today, there’s good news—God has a new normal for you. No matter what you’re facing, Jesus is the solid Rock you can stand on. The world offers empty promises, quick fixes, and distractions, but God’s Word is different.
“If I ascend into heaven, You are there;
If I make my bed in hell, behold, You are there.”
Psalm 139:8
In the world, people can easily forsake or abandon you. You may have been abandoned by your biological parents when you were a small child. You may have been abandoned by your spouse, who ran off with another person. You may have been abandoned by your family or relatives because of your newfound faith in Christ. You may have been abandoned by your closest friends for unknown reasons.
“We know that whoever is born of God does not sin;
but he who has been born of God keeps himself,
and the wicked one does not touch him.”
1 John 5:18
With all the unsettling news in the world today, people are searching for security. Everywhere you go, security measures are increasing—airports, schools, government buildings—all to guard against unseen threats. Fear seems to be everywhere. People worry about terrorist attacks, deadly viruses, natural disasters, and economic downturns. The world is constantly on edge, but as believers, we are called to a different kind of security—one that is found in God alone.
My Declaration of Faith:
Today, I remind myself that I never face life’s battles alone. Just as God went before Israel into the Promised Land, driving out nations far stronger and greater than they were, He goes before me today. “The LORD Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” (Deuteronomy 31:8)
My Declaration of Faith:
Today, I declare that I am not defined by what I have, but by Who I have, and I have the Lord Jesus Christ with me. That makes all the difference. Just like Joseph, who went from being a young slave with nothing to a man whose every task prospered, I believe God’s hand is on my life. “The LORD was with him, and the LORD made all he did to prosper in his hand” (Genesis 39:3)
“And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works
of darkness, but rather expose them.”
Ephesians 5:11
Is the world around you getting any better today? Is the news you see on TV getting any better? Are the stories you have been reading in the newspapers all over the world getting any better? Is the stuff you see on the internet getting any better? It is not. It will continue to get worse and worse every passing day.
My Declaration of Faith:
There are so many things pulling at my attention, such as responsibilities, goals, opinions, and noise. But deep in my heart, there’s a desire that surpasses them all: I want to know God. Not just know about Him, but truly know Him, intimately, personally, and deeply.
