I saw a haircut place a few years back that had a sign that instead of advertising bald fades had a sign that said “Bad Fades – $8.” I wanted to stop and go in and ask them how much a good fade costs. But my better discretion and a busy time schedule kept me from doing so.

I saw another sign one time that said “Bold Fades.” Bold fades…hmmm. I was not sure if that verbiage was a mistake or if a fellow could indeed expect to have lightning bolts or unicorns etched onto the side of his head when the barber was done. That would be bold. Both of those signs promoting “bad fades” and “bold fades” made me think about truth in advertising. Sometimes people, products, and services make grand promises but when all is said and done, they do not live up to their advertising claims. It is not that way with the Lord.

He is who He says He is and He does what He says He will do. He is the Living water you need when your soul thirsts for relief. He is the Bread of Life who sustains and strengthens all who partake of His goodness. He is the way, the truth, and the life. He is Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. He is the One who delivers on the promise, “Come to Me all who are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest.”

You may have been let down in the past by people, products and services that fell short of what you expected and certainly did not deliver what you needed. You do not have to have that fear with the Lord. You can place your trust in Him. He will make good on His word. He is who He says He is and He will do what He says He will do.

I hope that you have a good week and that you are able to draw near to the Lord and let Him minister to you, empower you and equip you for the good work He has for you to do.

Until next time, stay strong in the faith.