Hold Fast

M. Diane Pearce, Ph.D., LMFT

When doubts creep in or we grow tired and weary, God has some advice for us.  Abba Father knows best the ‘what’ and the ‘when’ of my needs more than I. Whether I am in want of recognition, comfort, or guidance, He tells me what to do, in no uncertain terms and with no candy coating. He is ‘to the point,’ time and time again! In Deuteronomy 10:20, He says “HOLD FAST”! We will be at peace if we can listen to His advice to us as His children.

H - Humility In the Soul

Humility puts into perspective how very little power I have & how much power He has. (Deut. 9:5-6)

O – OBEY GOD’S WAYS

Observing & Obeying His ways gives us strength to do what He has called us to do. (Deut. 11:8-13)

L – LAY CLAIM TO WHAT HE GIVES

Laying claim and holding onto what He calls us to do (and where He provides for us to do it), no matter how small the territory or how big, is an act of obedience. (Deut. 11:24-31)

D – DEFENDING and LOVING THOSE IN NEED

Because we all have been or will  become weak, poor, aged or alone, He asks us to defend and love those who are in need, following His example and command. (Deut. 10:17-20)

F – FEAR GOD ALONE

Having a fear of God that outweighs our fear of a circumstance or a person is the path to ensuring that I will not lose my way. (Deut. 6:13 and 11:12)

A – ASSURANCE COMES FROM GOD

Being assured by God requires that I see that my strength comes from His mighty power and outstretched arm. My confidence does not come from my own skills or integrity. (Deut. 9:3-4)

S – SERVE GOD’S AGENDA ONLY

Serving God’s agenda and being careful, lest I get distracted by what may even appear to be good, will ensure that the responsibilities and territory that God wants me to manage will be given to me by His strength. (Deut. 11:16-24)

T –TRUSTING IN HIS WAYS

Trusting in God’s redemption of myself and those I care for, more than I trust in my own logic, requires that I believe in His plan and in His Great Power. (Deut. 9:23-29)

Love the Lord your God, walk in His ways and Hold Fast to Him!