Topical Encyclopedia Faithfulness, a steadfast loyalty and unwavering commitment to God and His commandments, is a virtue highly esteemed in the Bible. However, the Scriptures also acknowledge the challenge of finding true faithfulness among humanity. This difficulty is a recurring theme throughout the biblical narrative, highlighting the rarity and preciousness of genuine fidelity to God and others.The book of Proverbs poignantly addresses the scarcity of faithfulness. Proverbs 20:6 states, "Many a man proclaims his loving devotion, but who can find a trustworthy man?" This verse underscores the contrast between the ease of professing loyalty and the challenge of living it out consistently. The rhetorical question implies that while many may claim to be faithful, few truly embody this virtue in their actions and character. The Psalms also reflect on the difficulty of finding faithfulness. In Psalm 12:1 , David laments, "Help, O LORD, for the godly are no more; the faithful have vanished from among men." This cry for divine intervention reveals a time when faithfulness seemed to have disappeared from society, emphasizing the rarity of those who remain true to God amidst widespread unfaithfulness. The prophet Micah echoes this sentiment in Micah 7:2 , "The godly man has perished from the earth; there is no one upright among men." Here, the prophet describes a moral decline where faithfulness is so scarce that it appears to have vanished entirely. This scarcity of faithfulness is not only a reflection of individual failings but also indicative of a broader societal issue. In the New Testament, Jesus Himself questions the presence of faithfulness upon His return. In Luke 18:8 , He asks, "When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" This question suggests that faithfulness will be a rare commodity at the end of the age, challenging believers to remain steadfast in their faith despite the prevailing unfaithfulness around them. The Apostle Paul, in his epistles, also acknowledges the difficulty of finding faithful individuals. In 1 Corinthians 4:2 , he writes, "Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful." Paul emphasizes the necessity of faithfulness, particularly for those entrusted with responsibilities in the church. Yet, the very need to stress this requirement suggests that faithfulness is not easily found. The difficulty of finding faithfulness is not only a reflection of human frailty but also a call to action for believers. The scarcity of this virtue challenges Christians to cultivate faithfulness in their own lives, striving to be among the few who truly embody loyalty to God and His Word. As the Scriptures reveal, while faithfulness may be difficult to find, it remains a vital and cherished quality in the eyes of the Lord. Torrey's Topical Textbook Proverbs 20:6Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Exile --Continued. "Go Forward on Your Knees" On Temptation The Sheltering Wing The Judgment Upon Zacharias An Index to Find any Hymn by the Title or Contents of It. The Incarnation. An Advance in the Exhortation. Indexes and Tables A Loyal Vow Resources Who was Ruth in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that “righteousness and peace kiss each other” in Psalm 85:10? | GotQuestions.org What is the meaning of the Hebrew word hesed? | GotQuestions.org Faithfulness: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Faithfulness: A Characteristic of Saints Faithfulness: Associate With Those Who Exhibit Faithfulness: Blessedness of, Illustrated Faithfulness: Difficulty of Finding Faithfulness: Especially Required in Ministers Faithfulness: Especially Required in The Children of Ministers Faithfulness: Especially Required in The Wives of Ministers Faithfulness: Exhibited in all Things Faithfulness: Exhibited in Bearing Witness Faithfulness: Exhibited in Conveying Messages Faithfulness: Exhibited in Declaring the Word of God Faithfulness: Exhibited in Doing Work Faithfulness: Exhibited in Helping the Brethren Faithfulness: Exhibited in Keeping Secrets Faithfulness: Exhibited in Reproving Others Faithfulness: Exhibited in Situations of Trust Faithfulness: Exhibited in The Care of Dedicated Things Faithfulness: Exhibited in The Service of God Faithfulness: Exhibited in The Smallest Matters Faithfulness: should be to Death Faithfulness: The Wicked Devoid of The Faithfulness of God is Part of his Character The Faithfulness of God: Declared to Be: Established The Faithfulness of God: Declared to Be: Everlasting The Faithfulness of God: Declared to Be: Great The Faithfulness of God: Declared to Be: Incomparable The Faithfulness of God: Declared to Be: Infinite The Faithfulness of God: Declared to Be: Unfailing The Faithfulness of God: Manifested in Afflicting his Saints The Faithfulness of God: Manifested in Executing his Judgments The Faithfulness of God: Manifested in Forgiving Sins The Faithfulness of God: Manifested in Fulfilling his Promises The Faithfulness of God: Manifested in his Counsels The Faithfulness of God: Manifested in Keeping his Covenant The Faithfulness of God: Manifested: Saints Encouraged to Depend On The Faithfulness of God: Manifested: should be Magnified The Faithfulness of God: Manifested: To his Saints The Faithfulness of God: should be Pleaded in Prayer The Faithfulness of God: should be Proclaimed Related Terms Loving-kindness (150 Occurrences) Lovingkindness (176 Occurrences) Unchangeableness (1 Occurrence) |
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