How do you know you trust the Lord? Any book recommendations on learning to trust God?
Trust in God deepens as we pass through the refining fire of trials, emerging stronger, purified, and closer to His heart.
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Itās a battle, and not a battle thatās āone and doneā. Itās daily. Sometimes hourly. Iāve been a practicing Christian since early childhood. Iām turning 60 in October. I STILL have moments. When I have that feeling I just pray harder, and very specifically.
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Years ago, I asked God for patience. You know what happened? He put me in situations that tested my patience and it was often very frustrating. However, I look back and realize this was the way he taught me how to be patient.
I suspect itās similar with trust or, as you said, letting go and letting God. Ask for it, if you dare, and God may bring you circumstances that cause you to trust in Him.
Iām no expert here, and after many years as a Christian, still lack trust (and patience) at times.
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Thatās the thing; weāre all still a work in progress.
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The whole idea of āletting go and letting Godā isnāt entirely biblical. Philippians 2:12 says to āwork out your salvation with fear and trembling.ā Not āsit back and do nothing while God works out your salvation.ā I hope that makes sense.
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āAbsolute Surrenderā by Andrew Murray comes to mind, and was helpful to me. It helped me come to terms with the idea that it was in Him both to will and to do of His good pleasure, and what that means.
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Thank you for sharing - thatās the battle Iām facing, but am thankful to hear itās not just me!
Feels a bit scary to ask for, but I think youāre right. Iāll continue to pray for trust and situations that cause trust. Thank you for sharing!
That makes sense! Iāve heard that phrase a lot but only desire to apply it to trust in Him. Definitely want to do the work in maintaining and growing my salvation.
Iāll check it out! Thank you for the recommendation.
Yes indeed. God is refining us through constant trials, tribulations and testing. These are the constant battles. God is the vinedresser. We are the branches. We will be pruned, so we can bear more fruit. John 15:2
It is Gods will. Seek and you will find, but be prepared for what comes next. You will find that God brings to light what you struggle with and gives you all that you need to overcome it.
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Waiting is something we all experience, and letās be honestāitās not usually enjoyable. We wait for our kids to grow, we wait in traffic, we wait in line at the supermarket, we wait for a doctorās report, and we wait for God to answer our prayers.
The Bible speaks of waiting often. Over and over, we are encouraged to wait on the Lord. Isaiah 40:31 reminds us:
āBut those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.ā
Waiting on God is not easy. We get anxious, impatient, and sometimes feel like He is taking too long. But one thing I know for sureāit is always worthwhile. I once heard a wise person say, āItās better to be a year behind God than one step ahead of Him.ā His timing is perfect, and when we wait, we allow Him to work in ways beyond our understanding.
While you wait, ask God to renew your strength. Ask Him to give you patience. He will empower you and bring peace to your heart as you step closer to Him.
Reflection Questions:
- In what areas of your life are you struggling with waiting?
- How has waiting on God in the past led to unexpected blessings?
- What emotions rise up in you when things donāt happen in your timing? How can you surrender those feelings to God?
- How can you use seasons of waiting to grow in faith and trust in Him?
A Prayer for Patience and Trust:
Heavenly Father,
I come before You, acknowledging that waiting is hard. I often feel restless and anxious, wanting answers and solutions right away. But Your Word reminds me that those who wait on You will be strengthened. Lord, teach me to trust in Your perfect timing. Give me patience when I feel frustrated and peace when I feel uncertain. Help me to surrender my plans and desires, knowing that Your ways are higher than mine. Thank You for walking with me through every season. I choose to rest in Your promises today. In Jesusā name, Amen.
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How do you know you are not trusting God?
If you are a Christian you are trusting God for the forgiveness of your sins and for a place in heaven.
No where does the bible teach that we are to let go and let God.
1 Cor 10: 13 No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.
Look again at these verse, we will be tempted and we are to resist that temptation.
That takes effort, there is no letting go, rather it is the opposite, take hold, dig in and fight.
Yes it says it says a way of escape will be provided, but thzt is when one cannot struggle on any more.
Trust also means have faith and faith is a gift from God, again if you are a Christian, if you believe that Jesus is your Lord and Saviour and you are living for him, then you have faith.
Want to grow your faith.?
Faith is like a muscle, it grows with use. So volunteer to serve in your church, join a street evangelism team and use your faith.
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