Trust In
The Lord!
The Holy Bible
– The
Good News Translation
6 The
Lord is with me, I will not be afraid;
what can anyone do
to me?
7 It is the Lord who helps me,
and I will see my
enemies defeated.
8 It is better to trust in the Lord
than to depend on
human beings.
9 It is better to trust in the Lord
than to depend on
human leaders.
Thoughts:
In marriage life we build trust in our spouses by:
keeping each others' secrets confidential; by being there for each other when
it seems like no one else is available to us; understanding and caring for each
other through the good times and the bad; listening to each other when we dream
of our future, but would rather keep those thoughts very private for the time
being; loving each other in spite of the bad things we know about each other. I
realize the list is not all inclusive, however I am mindful of the love of God
and how He cares for me. Additionally, I also know that in addition to the
above, He also knows my very inmost thoughts. Now, when I share things with my
spouse, she can only feel sorry for me, show that she cares, and she may wish
me well. With God, He not only works with me to become my very best for His
service, but also goes beyond anything I can think or imagine as His child! I
believe that the Psalmist was feeling a little of this as he shared this Psalm.
For he had seen proof that God came through for him when no one else would, or
could. He saw that God was greater than any other human being, and also beyond
anything his leaders could every do for him. Friends, nothing has changed about
God! He still loves and cares for His own, and He still provides for our every
care and/or concern. Just this past week I was praying for a need in my life,
only to see God respond in a miraculous way, that far exceeded the specific
need that I presented, but that would totally resolve and satisfy my need. I
can truly say with the Psalmist that God is greater than any other human being
that I could possibly place my faith and trust in, and also way beyond any
human leader I may feel confident in. Whom then shall I fear when Jesus is my
Savior, my friend, my all powerful, all gracious and all loving King? Friend,
please allow me to introduce you to Him, if you don’t already know Him. If you
do know him already as you wonderful Lord, please be encourage by this reminder
today. There is no god like our God! I encourage you to accept Him today, trust
Him and allow Him full control of your life today!
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, please forgive me for the times that I doubted Your
ability to come through for me, and for the times that I selfishly asked for
things to satisfy my personal desires instead of staying focused on the things
that will bring glory to You. The Psalmist has reminded me that You are very
caring, full of wisdom and especially understanding of my weaknesses, and I have
no reason to doubt, but every reason to place my total faith and trust in You.
Please continue to bless me with the faith to remain strong in my commitment to
You, and to allow You full control of my life. Lord, I believe that many
friends who might meditate on this devotional today may be battling with
similar trust issues. Please reveal Your deep compassion towards them and work
in their hearts for total surrender of self, and to the awesome God that You
are. Thank You for Your awesome love and caring about my life, and my future
here on this earth. Please continue to work on me, in me and through me as Your
humble servant. I ask this in the precious and awesome name of Jesus, my
Savior, AMEN!
NOTE: If you have been
challenged to make a decision today after reading this devotional, please speak
with a local Bible Teaching pastor, or contact me at NuggetsFromGodsWord@outlook.com so that we can pray with you and give you help and or
encouragement as you begin, or continue your walk with Jesus. Any words
underlined above will indicate a link to a song that came to mind as I wrote
the devotional. Feel free to click on the link and listen as you continue to
read or pray.
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