I Put My Trust in You, O Lord...

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

Trust. We all trust in something. But it seems more increasingly difficult to do so these days. After all, there certainly is no shortage of reasons not to do so. We receive our information from many more sources than we used to. However, not all of these sources are trustworthy or reliable.

The seeds of mistrust and discord can be sown and spread quickly and efficiently through these originators. Whether we call it spin, trolling, or just plain, old-fashioned lying, the end result is the same. We are constantly being tossed to and fro between the credible and non-credible.

Thus, the question is asked, "Whom can we trust?" First, we need to clarify something. It is very easy to confuse "trust" and "faith." Although at first glance they may seem the same, in actuality there is a difference. Faith, on one hand, is the gift of God (Ephesians 2:8-9).

Trust, in the Biblical sense, indicates a bold, self-assured security, or action that is based on that security. Therefore, trusting is our response to something because of our faith, which we have been given. We demonstrate trust when we believe in the promises of God, including those times when the evidence compels to do otherwise.

Thus, we can totally trust both the Lord and His Word. I don't mean now and again, or only on special occasions. You and I can fully trust the Lord always. Proverbs 3:5 tells us: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” And, "His Word is trustworthy" (Psalm 93:5; 111:7; Titus 1:9),

We can trust in the Lord because He, and He alone, is truly trustworthy. Sadly, no matter how much we may be tempted to do so, we cannot trust each other the way we can trust in God. I apologize if this ruffles anyone's feathers, but that's just the way it is.

Unlike our favorite politicians, newscasters, or social media channels of choice, His nature is faithful and true (Deuteronomy 7:9; Psalm 25:10; 145:13; 146:6), His plans for us are perfect and purposeful (Isaiah 46:10; Jeremiah 29:11). Nothing else can even come close to this.

It is surprising how many people place their complete trust in a person, party, or movement without a second thought. But, all of these will come and go as they always have. When it comes to bona fide "trust," only God endures. We can trust Him with all our hearts, and commit every detail of our lives to Him in complete confidence.

Scripture: Psalm 56:3-4; Psalm 37:5; Romans 8:32; Psalm 37:34; 2 Corinthians 4:18

Prayer: Dear God, may You always fill me with joy  peace in believing; and may the power of the Holy Spirit fill me with hope, amen.

Have a blessed Monday!

Hailey