Introduction

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! What a joy it is to be gathered here today, basking in the love and grace of our Heavenly Father. We're about to dive into a passage from the Book of Proverbs that reminds us of the importance, benefits, and rewards of trusting in the Lord.

Our text for today is from Proverbs 3:5-6, which says,

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

This verse is more than a suggestion. It's a divine command, a promise, and a recipe for living a life that's guided by God's wisdom and not our own limited understanding.

C.S. Lewis once penned these powerful words: "Relying on God has to start all over every day, as if nothing has yet been done." Each day, we're given fresh opportunities to trust in the Lord anew, to submit to His will, and to experience the peace and clarity that come from surrendering our own understanding to His divine wisdom.

Let us pray.

Lord, as we delve into Your Word today, open our hearts and minds to truly grasp the depth of Your love for us. Help us to trust in You with all our hearts, and not to rely on our own understanding. Show us how to submit to You in all our ways, so that You can guide us along the right paths. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Now, let’s get started.

The Benefits

Trusting in the Lord is not merely a passive belief, but an active engagement with our faith that yields numerous benefits.

Peace that surpasses all understanding: When we trust in the Lord, we are essentially saying, "God, I believe that You are in control, and I trust You with the outcome." This kind of trust brings a peace that is beyond human comprehension. It's a peace that guards our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, as Philippians 4:7 tells us. This peace is not dependent on our circumstances, but on our relationship with God, and it's a peace that the world cannot give.

The strength and courage it gives us: When we trust in God, we are not relying on our own strength, but on the strength of the One who created the universe. This trust gives us the courage to face whatever life throws at us, knowing that God is with us and for us. It's like what Isaiah 41:10 says, "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

Clarity and direction in our lives: As the text says, when we trust in the Lord and submit to Him, He will make our paths straight. This doesn't mean that life will always be smooth and easy, but it does mean that God will guide us and lead us in the way we should go. We may not always understand why certain things happen, but we can trust that God is working all things together for our good, as Romans 8:28 assures us.

A deeper relationship with Him: Trust is a fundamental aspect of any relationship, and it's no different with our relationship with God. When we trust in God, we are drawing closer to Him, getting to know Him better, and deepening our relationship with Him. This relationship is the most important one we will ever have, and it's a relationship that will last for eternity.

Brings freedom: When we trust in God, we are free from the burden of trying to control and figure out everything on our own. We are free to let go and let God take control. We are free to live in the confidence that God is in control and that He is working for our good and His glory.

The Necessity

The necessity of trusting in the Lord is not an optional extra or a luxury for the spiritually mature, but rather a vital requirement for every believer, regardless of their spiritual maturity or life circumstances ... View this full PRO sermon free with PRO