CONSISTENCY IN GOD

INTRODUCTION

James 1:6-8(KJV)

 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.

Consistency is a very big issue in every are of human life. It is a determining factor in every human endeavour. its importance cannot be over emphasized. Finding the right path is not much of a problem but keeping to that path or standard is where the difficulty comes in. That is where Consistency becomes necessity. What then is consistency?

Consistency is the quality of always behaving in the same way; having the same opinions and standards; being unchanging over time. It is also the ability to maintain a particular standard with minimal variation. Simply put, it means sticking to a particular path or holding on to a particulat thought or view without ever changing. Some qualities that relate to consistency include dependability, reliability, stability, steadiness, predictability, etc.

WHY THE NEED FOR CONSISTENCY

• God who created us and has through the sacrifice of Christ reincarnated us in the Spirit is consistent in every aspect of the word and since we bear his nature and likeness, it is expected of us to be consistent. We bear his nature and thus must reflect the same.Malachi 3:6
• It is the mark of every serious Christian. 1Corinthians 10:21 Revelations 3:15-16
• Consistency epitomizes loyalty. A loyal person will automatically be consistent.

AREAS WHERE CONSISTENCY IS REQUIRED

Love- Love for God, his work, and neighbour.

Devotion- Steadfastness in our devotion to him. 2 Corinthians 15:58.

Commitment- Remaining in the charge given to us.

Service- In our individual offices and ministries.

Sacrifice- Ourselves, time and substance.

Obedience- Obeying his commands.

Giving- to God and fellows.

Tithing

IMPORTANCE OF CONSISTENCY

1. It sustains vision.
2. It aids in planning and policy formulation.
3. It eases the implementation process.
4. Leads to easily predictable outcomes.
5. Aids in decision-making.
6. Makes room for less but equally efficient alternatives.

Date: 15/10/15

By: Tony Kyei-Barffour