Steadfast love means steady love. God’s love for his people isn’t hanging in the balance. No wishy-washy commitment. The risen Christ is a dependable Savior. You can count on him. Steadfast love is strong. God’s love cannot be overpowered, overwritten, or under-deliver. 

There are times when we read the Bible and a word pops. It’s not unfamiliar or new, but something about it grabs the attention. This is when it is good to meditate on the word that jumped.

Let’s meditate on the steadfast love of God.

We have thought on your steadfast love, O God, in the midst of your temple. (Psalm 48:9 ESV)

There’s a variety of ways to translate this Hebrew word, hesed. The Christian Standard Bible often opts for faithful love. Strong. Helpful. The New Living Translation went with unfailing love. I like that too. If we blend these words, we can taste the dynamic flavors of the word hesed. I like the choice of steadfast from the ESV because it’s not an ordinary, everyday word. It’s perfect for describing the supernatural, every day love of God.

Steadfast means it can’t deteriorate.

Read More