The Truth About Trust
Trust. This five-letter word defines my deepening walk with Christ. I confess that I'm continually humbled, realizing my professed trust often falls short. I'm learning daily to actively trust, not just as a concept but as a lived reality, particularly concerning my anxieties about finances, career, and the future.
Trust isn't a static noun; it's a dynamic verb. It demands daily, decisive action, a choice to rely on God despite internal and external pressures. Lately, these two scriptures anchored me: Ecclesiastes 11:5, reminding me of God's incomprehensible work, and Jeremiah 29:11, affirming His purposeful, prosperous plans.
We naturally crave understanding, especially regarding God's mysterious ways. "Lord, what are Your plans?" we ask, burdened by questions and doubts, like children incessantly asking "why?" God's response often is a gentle "shhh," a call to quiet trust. Our anxiety would dissipate if we'd simply obey.
We readily accept the incomprehensibility of natural phenomena, yet we question God, the Creator. We trust human authority, even when directives seem illogical. Why, then, do we hesitate to trust the ultimate authority?
Sometimes, God reveals His purpose, a blessing. But often, He remains silent. We must trust His timing, knowing He hears our prayers. Our impatience and doubt are misplaced. God requires us to say "yes" even when we don't fully understand. That's the challenge, the point of contention.
Consider Jesus. He embraced His sacrifice, even in incomprehensible suffering, because He trusted. His "yes" changed everything.
We may never fully grasp God's ways, but that doesn't negate His active work. He is always moving, always working on our behalf. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us of His plans for our prosperity, hope, and future. This truth remains constant, a promise to cling to when trust wavers.
When doubt creeps in, I repeat: "Despite what it looks like, despite what it feels like." These phrases combat the internal and external forces that seek to undermine our faith. Remember, the devil magnifies our problems, but God's plan is always greater. We are called to "yes, Lord," to unwavering trust.
