Psalm 57:10 — For your unfailing love is as high as the heavens. Your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.
I have a distinct memory of learning how to ride my bike. I was ready to race down the driveway the moment my dad removed the training wheels.
Instead of reaching the speed of a cheetah, I lost my balance and started to fall. But the moment before I hit the ground, I felt these tree trunk-sized arms catch me and lift me back onto my bike.
It was my dad. There he was, blocking the sun out of my face while looking down at me, smiling. He laughed and said, “Try again.”
In seconds, I was pedaling off, only to fall again. Each time, my dad was there, catching me at just the right moment, over and over. Of course, as a little girl I was afraid of falling, but I also trusted that when my dad was near, I would be okay.
I had faith he would catch me.
Since learning to ride my bike, I’ve fallen down a lot in life.
Growing up in church, I learned that God is a faithful Father. Even so, there are still moments when I wonder if He’ll really come through for me. What if He’s tired of picking me up? What if He’s frustrated that I keep making the same mistakes?
Thankfully, God isn’t that way.
His faithfulness isn’t based on my performance. His love doesn’t run out when I stumble. It stretches farther than I can measure—higher than the heavens and steadier than my footing has ever been.
But you and I are in good company because God’s got us.
When I find myself in a season of doubt, I often think about the story of Peter walking on water to meet Jesus. Even though Peter’s faith wavered, God was still faithful. The same God who reached for Peter in the middle of the waves is reaching for you in the middle of yours
So, when you feel unsteady, remember this:
God’s faithfulness is not fragile.
It isn’t shaken by your doubts, your questions, or your repeated falls.
Just like my dad standing behind that bicycle, God is closer than you think.
He’s steady when you’re not.
He’s faithful when your faith feels small.
And He’s still teaching you how to ride.
— LeAnna Crawford
A MOMENT TO REFLECT
- When life feels uncertain, what helps you remember God’s faithfulness?
- Have you ever worried that God might be frustrated or disappointed with you? Why?
- How does the image of a loving father teaching a child to ride a bike change the way you view God’s relationship with you?
- Where do you need to trust God’s steady presence in your life right now?
- What is one way God has shown His faithfulness to you, even when your faith felt small?
Lyrics:
I try to pray but the words aren’t coming out the way they used to
Did I lose my faith God do I still trust You (mmm)
I try to worship but when I lift my hands it all just feels so empty
Is it the heavy of the world or is it just me (mmm)
Though I’ve sung a thousand times
You’re perfect and You’ll never leave leave my side
Can I be honest
I just wanna know that You still got this
When all I’m holding onto is a promise
God You promised
That You’ll never leave me
When I’m scared of the dark You’re right there with me
Your kindness never fails, it’s always reaching after me
But right now, God all I need
Is to be honest
Oh I’ve heard stories of you showing up when it was least expected
Every time you prove your timing always perfect – and the wait was worth it
Again and again and again – see your power coming through
You bring life to what is dead – no there’s nothing You can’t do
I believe you did it then – so won’t You do it now
Can I be honest
I just wanna know that You still got this
When all I’m holding onto is a promise
God You promised
That You’ll never leave me
When I’m scared of the dark You’re right there with me
Your kindness never fails, it’s always reaching after me
But right now, God all I need
Is to be honest
Is Your breath when I can’t breathe
Your eyes when I can’t see
An anchor as the waves crash all around
Be my heart when I can’t feel
And show me something real
Just one taste of heaven here and now
Can I be honest
Can I be honest
I just wanna know that You still got this
When all I’m holding onto is a promise
God you promised
That you’ll never leave me
When I’m scared of the dark You’re right there with me
Your kindness never fails, it’s always reaching after me
But right now, God all I need
But right now, God all I need