Years ago, I had a realization that changed the way I live my life: God is who He says He is, and He can do what He says He can do. When that truth truly sank into my heart, it only made sense to trust Him completely. After all, since God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and perfectly loving, wouldn’t He be the best one to lead my life? The truth is, He can do a much better job with my life than I ever could.
God Is Who He Says He Is
One of the greatest struggles many believers face is fully grasping the nature of God. We often say we trust Him, yet we live as though we are the ones in control. But Scripture repeatedly affirms who God is:
- He is faithful – “The Lord is trustworthy in all He promises and faithful in all He does” (Psalm 145:13).
- He is good – “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him” (Psalm 34:8).
- He is sovereign – “The Lord has established His throne in the heavens, and His kingdom rules over all” (Psalm 103:19).
When we truly believe that God is who He says He is, our fears and worries begin to fade. We realize that He is not distant or indifferent—He is actively working for our good.
God Can Do What He Says He Can Do
The Bible is filled with promises of what God can and will do in our lives. He is not limited by human frailty, circumstances, or even our own mistakes. Consider these truths:
- He provides – “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:19).
- He strengthens – “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength” (Isaiah 40:31).
- He guides – “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” (Proverbs 3:5-6).
If God can part the Red Sea, raise the dead, and transform sinners into saints, surely He can handle the challenges in our lives. Trusting Him means surrendering our plans, our worries, and our desires, knowing that He is more than capable of leading us to where we need to be.
Surrendering Control
Letting go and trusting God is easier said than done. We naturally want to be in control, to have a plan, and to know what’s coming next. But faith calls us to surrender—not out of weakness, but out of confidence in God’s wisdom and goodness.
I have found that when I try to take control of my own life, I often end up making decisions based on fear, pride, or limited understanding. But when I surrender to God, I find peace and clarity. He sees the full picture when I only see a small part. He knows the best path when I am uncertain.
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned is that trusting God is not a one-time decision but a daily practice. Every morning, I have to choose to put my life, my family, my finances, my ministry—everything—into His hands. And every time I do, I am reminded that He truly does a better job with my life than I ever could.
Living in Trust
So how do we live out this trust daily? Here are a few practical steps:
- Immerse Yourself in His Word – The more we know about God’s character and promises, the easier it is to trust Him.
- Pray Continually – Bring your worries, decisions, and desires before Him. He is listening.
- Surrender Your Plans – Hold your plans loosely, allowing God to redirect you if needed.
- Look Back on His Faithfulness – Reflect on how He has worked in your life before. If He was faithful then, He will be faithful now.
- Surround Yourself with Faith-Filled People – Community helps reinforce our trust in God.
At the end of the day, we have two choices: we can trust in ourselves, or we can trust in the God who spoke the universe into existence. I’ve learned that my own understanding is flawed, my strength is limited, and my wisdom is incomplete. But God? He is perfect, all-powerful, and unfailing.
I don’t have to carry the weight of my life alone. Neither do you. Trust Him. He can do a better job with your life than you can.
