Trust is a powerful belief. When we trust, we act with positive dependance upon those we trust. Trust breeds security and confidence in relationships. Trust causes us to feel safe with someone else because we perceive them as being reliable. We can depend upon a trustworthy person. This is one of the most important factors in any successful relationship. Lamentations 3:25,26 (NLT) says: “The Lord is good to those who depend on him, to those who search for him. So it is good to wait quietly for salvation from the Lord.” Psalm 5:11 says: “But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; Let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them; Let those also who love Your name Be joyful in You.” People might have failed you in the past, but never allow that to filter in to your relationship with God. God is not a man that He should lie. If He said it, He will do it; If He spoke it, He will bring it to pass! Let your trust in the Lord be your anchor and strength in your life. Even if people fail you, God is with you. He will never fail you. Remember, the Lord is good to those who depend on Him!
What example are you following?
One of the ways we learn is by observation. This is a powerful way of learning. The problem is that many people are not aware of that so they hang around with and learn from the “wrong crowd”. The Lord Jesus lived His life in such a way that it became an example to the disciples. John 13:15 says: “For I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you”. We need to carefully pick out those who we choose to learn from. We are always learning from someone, so decide to focus only on those who will give you an excellent example. Phillipians 3:17 (ERV) says: “Brothers and sisters, join together in following my example. Also, learn by watching those who are living the way we showed you”. Make a quality assessment today of whose example you have been following to ensure that your mind and heart is receiving the right training. Are they taking you higher? Are they drawing you closer to Christ? Are they affirming who you are in Christ? Remember, those who you spend time with could help to make you successful or help to destroy you!
