Life has a way of throwing us into seasons we never expected, moments where we’re unsure what tomorrow holds, how things will work out, or what steps we should take next. In those moments, our human tendency is to try and figure it all out on our own, to problem-solve every detail, and to carry the weight of the unknown. But God never asked us to live that way.
Instead, He invites us to trust Him completely.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.”
— Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT)
Trust is not just believing God exists. It’s believing His heart for us is good, His plan for us is perfect, and His timing is flawless. It’s resting in the truth that He is near, guiding us, protecting our families, answering our prayers, and keeping every promise He’s ever made.
When we fully trust Him, there’s freedom.
- Freedom from fear about the future.
- Freedom from the burden of trying to control what we can’t.
- Freedom from wondering who to turn to or what to do next.
We can breathe. We can worship. We can rest. Because God’s got it.
An Acronym for TRUST
Let this be a reminder of who God is and how He moves:
T — True to His Word (Numbers 23:19) — He does what He says He will do.
R — Refuge in Times of Trouble (Psalm 46:1) — He is our safe place and protection.
U — Unfailing Love (Psalm 33:5) — His love never runs out or changes.
S — Sovereign Over All (Psalm 103:19) — He’s in control of every detail.
T — Timely in His Ways (Ecclesiastes 3:11) — His timing is perfect, even when we don’t understand it.
Scriptures That Call Us to Trust Him
Isaiah 26:3-4 (NLT)
“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, all whose thoughts are fixed on You! Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock.”
Psalm 56:3-4 (NLT)
“But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in You. I praise God for what He has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?”
These verses remind us that trust in God doesn’t just calm our hearts, it anchors our faith. His presence is our peace.
Trusting Him in Our Parenting
As parents, we often carry an enormous weight…the responsibility of raising children who love God, make wise choices, and grow into who He created them to be. We want to protect them from every hurt, guide them through every struggle, and provide for every need.
But the truth is, we can’t control every influence or predict every outcome. That’s why parenting requires deep trust in the Lord. We must know that:
- He loves our children even more than we do.
- His plan for their lives is good.
- He will guide them, even when they are out of our sight.
Trusting God with our children means releasing our fear and replacing it with prayer. It’s choosing to model faith so our kids learn not just by our words, but by our example.
We can teach them trust by:
- Reading scripture together that shows God’s faithfulness.
- Sharing testimonies of answered prayers in our family.
- Encouraging them to talk to God about their fears and dreams.
- Reminding them that God’s plan is always better than our own.
“But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long.” — Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NLT)
When our children see us trusting God with the big and small things, they learn to do the same. That’s a legacy worth leaving.
Living It Out
Trusting God doesn’t mean life will always make sense or feel easy. It means we choose to believe He’s working, even when we can’t see it. It means we remember His faithfulness in the past as proof He will be faithful again.
So today, whatever you’re facing, a decision about your future, a need for protection over your family, a prayer that’s been unanswered for longer than you hoped…lay it at His feet.
Remind yourself:
- I don’t have to figure this out alone.
- I don’t have to carry the weight alone.
- I don’t have to know the ending to trust the Author.
Friend, His plan is good. His purpose for you is sure. His guidance is steady. His protection is strong. His timing is right. His answers are perfect.
Just… TRUST.
