“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Hebrews 13:8 (NIV)
Every time a new semester starts at the university where I work, new classes happen, new clubs meet, and new research takes place. Students, faculty, and staff are excited and stressed at the same time. We’re all looking forward to new adventures together, but we also have a lot to manage during all the transitions.
What changes are you going through right now? Sometimes, transitions feel exciting and full of promise. At other times, they can feel unsettling and stressful. When you’re going through a season where lots of changes are happening, it can be overwhelming.
Thankfully, the Bible tells us in Hebrews 13:8 that: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” In this world where everything is subject to change, Jesus is the one constant. He stays the same. His character, love, and promises don’t change.
What emotions are you dealing with as you’re going through the current changes in your life? Maybe you’re feeling anxious about the unknown, wondering if you’ll be able to handle what’s ahead. You might be grieving what’s being left behind, or excited by the new opportunities in front of you. Jesus is right there with you as you deal with all those feelings. He understands, and he cares. Jesus is your steady companion and a consistent source of help you can rely on.
Here’s how to rely on Jesus during change:
First, remember Jesus’ constant presence with you. In Matthew 28:20, Jesus promises: “… surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Jesus is spiritually present with you as you go through transitions, and during every situation you face, anytime and anywhere. So, reach out to Jesus in prayer to notice his presence with you every day. You can share all of your thoughts and feelings with Jesus and be confident that he hears you and cares about what you’re experiencing.
Then, trust Jesus’ unchanging character. Because Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever, he’s always the same wonderful Savior. You can always rely on Jesus to be loving, just, merciful, and faithful. When you’re unsure about the future as you go through changes, you can trust that Jesus will lead you into a good future, even though you can’t see it yet. As you trust Jesus, he will help you make the best decisions going forward. Just like Jesus has been faithful to you in the past, he will be faithful now and in the future.
Finally, rely on Jesus’ unchanging promises. When you’re dealing with transitions, you can find encouragement in Jesus’ promises like: “I will never leave you nor forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5), or “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). If you’re feeling lonely or weak during a transition, these promises are your lifeline. Remind yourself of them daily. Write them down. Meditate on them. They’re true because Jesus is true!
Jesus’s constant help for you is like having an anchor for dealing with the river of change you deal with day by day. Lots of transitions are flowing around you, but you won’t be swept away by them, because Jesus is reliably there to help you with whatever you need. Even though strong currents of change are happening in your life, Jesus is the anchor holding you steady, because he is stronger than any challenges you face.
So, whatever changes you’re currently dealing with – from big changes like a move or a job change, to the small changes of our daily life – remember that Jesus is always the same. Jesus is your constant source of help in any situation. You don’t have to face change alone or feel overwhelmed. Because Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever, you can trust and rely on him through every transition.
Let’s pray:
Dear Jesus, thank you for being my constant in this world that’s full of change. When I feel stressed from the changes I’m going through, please remind me that you’re the same yesterday, today, and forever. Help me to trust and rely on your constant presence, character, and promises as I go through all of life’s transitions. I’m grateful for you serving as my strong and steady anchor day by day. I love you. Amen.
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Originally published Monday, 30 June 2025.
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