Trust and Faith

Relax, relax! I’m an expert at this!

3 min read, approximately

“Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord guards the city, the guard watches in vain. It is useless for you to rise early, go late to rest, and eat the bread of sorrows, for God gives sleep to his beloved.” (Psalms 127:1-2)

Studying, getting a good job, building houses, owning a company, investing in profitable businesses, saving, and other pursuits give us confidence to the point that we feel secure. Yet David, who built and expanded his dominions, enjoyed the people’s favor through so many victories, and possessed great wealth, was clear that his trust was not in these things but in the Lord! David’s conviction came from knowing clearly who the Lord was! That is why he depended completely on the King of Glory and trusted him. He recognized that even as king of Israel, with guards and people under his command, things could get out of his hands. He knew that despite his daily difficulties, he could say:

“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me live in confidence.” (Psalms 4:8)

. God wants to teach us that gifts, talents, education, business, and money are of no use if he is not at the center… “Those who build it labor in vain… The guard watches in vain.” In short, we are building on sand. Today it is good to understand that: \1. It is always better in his hands:

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. Acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will straighten your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

\2. It is worth trusting the Holy Spirit… He is an expert in the matter and will teach us:

“But the Comforter, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have told you.” (John 14:26)

\3. He wants to lead us into a deeper relationship with him:

“I had heard of you by the hearing of the ear, but now my eyes see you.” (Job 42:5)

\4. We do not know it all:

“Do not be wise in your own opinion; fear the Lord and turn away from evil.” (Proverbs 3:7)

What if we began to trust the Lord and invite him into every plan, dream, activity—everything we do each day? History teaches us that it is worthwhile; the Word teaches us that it is worthwhile. What do you say?

May God continue to bless you
and may you continue to have an excellent day in Christ Jesus!
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