Here's a verse of the week from October 2011 written by Martha Rogers.“Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me.” John 14:1 NIV
In verse twenty-seven of this same chapter, Jesus adds not to be afraid. So many things trouble our hearts when life is not going the way it should. Jesus is telling us to trust in God and in Him as they are the same. Even though we can’t see Him, we know the Lord is there, but putting all our trust in Him is not always easy.
Not trusting Jesus leads to our troubled hearts to become doubting hearts. Our hearts reflect who we are and if we trust in Him who saved us, our hearts will be quieted and the troubled waters calmed. Jesus never promised that we would not have trouble, but He did promise to be with us in all trials and temptations. Our troubled heart can become a trusting heart when we believe and rest in His promises.
He gives us peace when our trust is anchored in His love and grace. Our tears, our heartaches, our troubles are all stepping stones to the glories He has prepared for us as we travel this road of life. Potholes, detours, construction, and poor conditions all make that road rough and difficult to maneuver. With our Lord at the helm, we can travel the road with the assurance He will take us safely through.
We can trust in God in the present because our future is secure. Our present reality is replaced by our future hope in eternal life. That does not mean the troubles will magically disappear although that is possible with God, but it means He will not forsake us in the midst and will stay with us to the end.
Putting our trust completely in him can calm our hearts, relieve our fears, and increase our courage. Without complete trust we will have little joy and hope. Trusting in Him will bring joy and peace of mind as well as untroubled hearts.
Heavenly Father: We put our trust in You completely today. Guide us on our road of life and give us the strength and courage we need to face any trials and troubles that greet us this day and all through the week.
In verse twenty-seven of this same chapter, Jesus adds not to be afraid. So many things trouble our hearts when life is not going the way it should. Jesus is telling us to trust in God and in Him as they are the same. Even though we can’t see Him, we know the Lord is there, but putting all our trust in Him is not always easy.
Not trusting Jesus leads to our troubled hearts to become doubting hearts. Our hearts reflect who we are and if we trust in Him who saved us, our hearts will be quieted and the troubled waters calmed. Jesus never promised that we would not have trouble, but He did promise to be with us in all trials and temptations. Our troubled heart can become a trusting heart when we believe and rest in His promises.
He gives us peace when our trust is anchored in His love and grace. Our tears, our heartaches, our troubles are all stepping stones to the glories He has prepared for us as we travel this road of life. Potholes, detours, construction, and poor conditions all make that road rough and difficult to maneuver. With our Lord at the helm, we can travel the road with the assurance He will take us safely through.
We can trust in God in the present because our future is secure. Our present reality is replaced by our future hope in eternal life. That does not mean the troubles will magically disappear although that is possible with God, but it means He will not forsake us in the midst and will stay with us to the end.
Putting our trust completely in him can calm our hearts, relieve our fears, and increase our courage. Without complete trust we will have little joy and hope. Trusting in Him will bring joy and peace of mind as well as untroubled hearts.
Heavenly Father: We put our trust in You completely today. Guide us on our road of life and give us the strength and courage we need to face any trials and troubles that greet us this day and all through the week.
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