“The Unchanging God in a Shifting World”
By unknown writer -  | was Inspired by the writings of A.W. Tozer and Charles Spurgeon

"For I am the Lord, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed."
— Malachi 3:6 (KJV)

In a world tossed by the waves of uncertainty, one anchor holds fast: the immutability of God. Divine immutability—that glorious doctrine that declares our God is unchanging in His nature, character, purpose, and promises—is not a cold theological truth, but a warm refuge for every trembling heart.

Tozer once wrote, "What peace it brings to the Christian's heart to realize that our Heavenly Father never differs from Himself." God is never surprised, never improved, never weakened, never weary. He is not subject to the progression of time or the whims of emotion. The God who reigns today is the same who thundered at Sinai, who wept at Bethany, and who died and rose again in Jerusalem. There is no shadow of turning in Him.

Spurgeon, in his mighty voice, thundered these words: “There are no furrows on the brow of eternity.” God is not evolving. He is not learning, not adapting, not being redefined by the cultures of men. His holiness is not softened by time, nor is His love diminished by our failures. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. This is not a dull sameness but a radiant constancy. His mercy today is as full and rich as it was when He saved the thief on the cross. His justice as pure, His truth as sure, His Word as living.

If God could change, He would not be God. A changing god would be unstable—capable of altering His promises, shifting in His judgments, or fluctuating in His affections. Such a god could not be trusted. But our confidence is rooted in the certainty that He cannot change. He who began a good work in you will carry it to completion, not because you are consistent, but because He is.

When you feel unworthy, remember—His grace does not wax or wane based on your performance. When trials come, know that His strength is not diminished by your storm. When your soul is parched and weary, His fountain has not run dry. He remains ever-faithful, ever-present, and ever-sufficient.

Let us not only rest in this truth but let it stir us to worship. How majestic is a God who needs no mending! How worthy is a Savior whose love cannot fade! Let His immutability humble our pride, calm our fears, and ignite our hearts to trust and obey.

The world may shift, friends may falter, and your own heart may fail—but the Rock of Ages stands firm.

Prayer:
O God, our unchanging Lord, how glorious You are in Your constancy. Teach us to rest in Your faithfulness when all around us is unstable. Strengthen our hearts to trust in Your Word, knowing that it is forever settled in heaven. Thank You that we are not consumed because You do not change. In Jesus’ name, Amen.