Steadfast is being firm and determined in one’s belief — not changing in attitudes or beliefs. (Oxford Dictionary).

Fixed in intensity or direction. Unwavering or determined in purpose, loyalty. (Collins Dictionary).

The original Hebrew word is Strong’s H2617 חֵסֵד, chêsêd, kheh’-sed “chesed”. It refers to God’s devout loving-kindness, mercy and faithfulness at the very core of His character and actions.

“The steadfast love of The LORD never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23.

“Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them, for The LORD your God, He is the One Who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6.

Jesus said, “I will never leave you, nor forsake you.” (Hebrews 13:5)

In the Book of Joshua:

⁵ No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life; as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you nor forsake you. ⁶ Be strong and of good courage, for to this people you shall divide as an inheritance the land which I swore to their fathers to give them. ⁷ Only be strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go. ⁸ This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. ⁹ Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua,1:5-9.

“But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord, Jesus Christ,” 1 Corinthians 15:57.

“These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” John 15:33.

“Jesus Christ is the Breaker of the obstacles that stand before you. He has broken the power of sin that has prevented you from entering the presence of The LORD. His sacrifice on the cross of Calvary and His resurrection from the grave has given you the victory over sin and gives you the righteous access to the throne of God to find grace to help in your time of need.” Hebrews 4:14-16.

“And in that day you will ask Me nothing. Most assuredly, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in My name He will give you. Until now you have asked nothing in My name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.” John 16:23-24.

~ Thomas Downes

Thomas Downes. Walking with The LORD for over 40 years, Thomas runs “The Voice of the Writer” a Prophetic Ministry. His purpose is to present the Word of God and the Love of God with the prophetic heart; the heart that desires to hear the Voice of The LORD, and present His Word for the encouragement of others.

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