A Prayer to Trust God’s Unfailing Love - Your Daily Prayer - March 18

Rachael Adams

Author of A Little Goes a Long Way

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A Prayer to Trust God’s Unfailing Love
By Rachael Adams

Bible Reading:
“Praise the LORD! He is good. God’s love never fails.” - Psalm 136:1 (CEV)

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Human love often falls short. We’ve all experienced heartache when someone’s actions or words didn’t meet our expectations. Whether it’s the sting of rejection, the pain of betrayal, or simply the absence of care, our hearts can feel empty and longing for something more. But God’s love is different. Unlike human love, His love is perfect, steadfast, and unfailing.

Psalm 136 reminds us of this truth with its repeated refrain: “God’s love never fails.” Generation after generation has experienced His faithfulness, and His love for us remains as constant and inexhaustible as ever. When we feel empty or unloved, we can look back on God’s provision in our own lives and in the stories of Scripture. His love fills every void, heals every wound, and overflows so we can share it with others. In a world of fleeting affections, God’s love is the one thing we can trust to never change.

Let’s Pray:

Father, my heart has been broken by the imperfections of human love, and I confess that I sometimes doubt Your love in those moments. But You have proven over and over again that Your love is constant and never fails. Thank You for the ways You have shown me Your faithfulness and care. Help me to trust in Your unfailing love, even when my heart feels empty. Fill me with Your love so completely that it overflows into the lives of others. Remind me that Your love is the only love that can truly satisfy. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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rachael adamsAuthor of A Little Goes a Long Way and host of The Love Offering podcast, Rachael Adams, hopes to help women realize their God-given purpose and significance. She and her husband, Bryan, live in Kentucky with their two children, Will and Kate. Her work has been featured on Crosswalk, Proverbs 31, Today Parenting, and YouVersion. Connect with her by visiting rachaelkadams.com, searching @rachaeladamsauthor on social media, and tuning in to The Love Offering podcast every Tuesday on your favorite listening platform. 

 

Related Resource: When Life Unravels: Biblical Strategies for Hard Seasons

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Originally published Tuesday, 18 March 2025.

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