TRUST IN GOD

 TRUST IN GOD

By Sabrena Fenna

🙏🌟As Born-Again Child of God, we must “trust in God”.

🙏🌟Proverbs 3:5-6 beautifully summarizes this truth: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." ²

🙏🌟Trusting God is an intentional choice we make to rely on His character, faithfulness, and promises.

Bible verses that emphasize the importance of trusting God:

1. Psalm 37:4-6: - "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act. He will bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday."

2. Romans 8:28:   - "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose."

3. Psalm 9:10:  - "And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you."

4. Psalm 28:7:  - "The Lord is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him."

5. Proverbs 3:6:  - "In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths."

6. Joshua 1:9: - "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."

7. Romans 15:13:   - "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope."

8. Jeremiah 29:11:   - "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope."

9. Psalm 46:10:   - "Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted in the earth!"

🙏🌟Let us constantly put God first, seek His kingdom, and trust in His unwavering love and guidance.

 How to Strengthen our trust in God

🙏🌟 Strengthening our trust in God is a beautiful journey that involves both intentionality and surrender.

🙏🌟Bear in mind that, trust is built over time. Embrace these steps, and as you walk with God, your faith will deepen, and your trust will become unshakable.

 Here are practical steps we can take to deepen our faith and trust in Him:

1. Remember God’s Faithfulness:
• Reflect on moments when God intervened in your life or answered your prayers. Hold onto those experiences as evidence of His care and faithfulness.
• Pray and seek His help in times of need and watch for His movement. Each answered prayer becomes a steppingstone toward stronger faith.
2. Start a Prayer and Praise Journal:
• Use a journal to record your prayer requests and the dates you entrusted them to God. When He answers, add those testimonies to your journal. I have been doing this and is wonderful to see the results of my prayers been answered!
• Your journal will serve as a tangible reminder of God’s past faithfulness, helping you trust Him in present challenges.
3. Reflect on God’s Promises:
• When faced with obstacles, focus on God’s promises rather than the mountain of problems in front of you.
• Ask Him for strength to climb or find a way through. As He leads you to victory, your trust will grow.
4. Trust God’s Plans:
• Even in difficult circumstances, trust that God knows your future. Memorize Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you…”
• Life’s surprises are no surprise to Him. Hold this truth close when fear sets in.
• Titus 1:2: - “In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began.”
• Hebrews 6:18: - “That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us.”
5. Develop a Habit of Prayer:
• 🙏🌟 Regularly communicate with God. Pour out your heart, share your struggles, and listen for His voice through the Holy Spirit.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 -“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
• 🙏🌟 Prayer deepens your relationship and builds trust.
•  🙏🌟 Prayer is not limited to specific times or places.
• 🙏🌟 It’s an ongoing conversation with God.
• 🙏🌟 Keep your heart open to Him throughout the day.
• 🙏🌟 Pray about everything—big or small.
6. Study and Reflect on God’s Word:
• Dive into Scripture. Meditate on His promises, stories of His faithfulness, and the character of Jesus.
•  Jesus Himself speaks about the significance of studying the Scriptures: In John 5:39 “Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.”
• 2 Timothy 2:15 - “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
• The more you know Him, the more you’ll trust Him.
7. Cultivate Gratitude:
• Thank God for His blessings, even in challenging times. Gratitude shifts your focus from problems to His goodness. A thankful heart fosters trust.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:18 - “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
• Philippians 4:6: -“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
• 1 Corinthians 1:4 -“I always thank my God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus.”
• Gratitude for God’s grace and blessings should be a constant attitude.
• Ephesians 5:20 -“Always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
• Our gratitude extends to every aspect of life, recognizing God’s sovereignty.
• Colossians 3:17 -“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
• Our actions and words should reflect thankfulness, honoring Christ.
• Romans 1:21 - “For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile, and their foolish hearts were darkened
8. Surrender Control to God:
• Let go of your desire for control. Trust that His plans are better than yours. Surrender your worries and anxieties, knowing He holds your future.
• Philippians 4:6-7 - “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
• These verses encourage us to bring our concerns to God in prayer, trusting that His peace will guard our hearts.
• 1 Peter 5:6-7 - “Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.”
• We are invited to cast our worries onto God, knowing that He cares deeply for us.
• John 14:27 - “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
• Jesus promises a peace that transcends worldly understanding—a peace that calms our anxious hearts.
• 2 Timothy 1:7 - “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
• Trust in God’s strength and love to overcome fear and anxiety.
• Psalm 55:22 - “Cast your burden on the Lord, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.”
• Surrender your worries to God, knowing that He will uphold you.
• Hebrews 13:6 - “So we may boldly say: ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?’”
• Our confidence lies in God’s unwavering support.
• Joshua 1:9 - “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
• God’s presence dispels fear.
• Matthew 6:34: - “Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.”
• Focus on the present moment and trust God for the future.
• Proverbs 3:5-6 - “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”
• Trusting God’s wisdom leads to peace.
• 1 John 4:18 - “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.”
• God’s love dispels anxiety.
9. Practice Patience and Trust in God’s Timing:
• Sometimes God’s answers don’t align with our timeline. Be patient and trust His perfect timing. Remember that waiting strengthens your faith.

🙏🌟 Some scriptures about patience

1. Romans 12:12 - “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
• This verse encourages us to find joy in hope, endure trials with patience, and maintain a consistent prayer life.
2. Galatians 6:9 - “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”
• Patience is essential when doing good; the harvest comes at the right time.
3. Romans 8:25- “But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.”
• Patience accompanies our hope, especially when waiting for unseen blessings.
4. Ephesians 4:2 - “With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love.”
• Patience is crucial in our interactions with others, especially when showing love.
5. Psalm 37:7-9 - “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; fret not yourself over the one who prospers in his way, over the man who carries out evil devices! Refrain from anger and forsake wrath! Fret not yourself; it tends only to evil. For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.”
• Patience involves trusting God’s timing and avoiding unnecessary worry.
6. Ecclesiastes 7:9 - “Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger resides in the lap of fools.”
• Patience prevents hasty reactions and fosters wisdom.
7. Genesis 29:20 - “So Jacob served seven years to get Rachel, but they seemed like only a few days to him because of his love for her.”
• True love requires patience and endurance.

🙏🌟 Remember, patience is actively trusting in God’s timing and a virtue that leads to spiritual growth

10. Seek Godly Counsel:
• Connect with fellow believers. Share your struggles, pray together, and seek wisdom.
• Community provides encouragement and helps you trust God collectively.

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(3) https://bibleinsideout.com/bible-verses-about-trusting-god/.

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