Biblical Answer

The Challenge of Trusting in Human Professionals

When it comes to trusting our doctors, it's natural to have some concerns. After all, they are human beings who, like the rest of us, are subject to their own biases, limitations, and motivations. As the Bible reminds us, "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked; who can know it?" (Jeremiah 17:9). This means that our doctors, no matter how skilled or well-intentioned, are not perfect and can make mistakes.

Moreover, as we've discussed, our trust in human professionals can sometimes be misplaced. We may place our trust in their abilities, but what happens when they fail us? When a doctor's diagnosis is incorrect or a surgical procedure doesn't produce the desired results, it can be disheartening. Similarly, when we invest our trust in financial security, we can be left feeling vulnerable and uncertain. In such situations, it's easy to become disillusioned with the idea of trusting anyone or anything.

Trusting in God, Not Circumstances

So, how can we learn to trust in a way that's not based on human fallibility or circumstances? The Bible teaches us to trust in God, not in the things of this world. When we pray for money and it doesn't come, we shouldn't blame God or ask "Why?" Instead, we can trust that God is working all things together for our good, even if it doesn't feel that way in the moment (Romans 8:28). This means learning to trust in God's sovereignty and goodness, even when things don't go according to our plans or expectations. By doing so, we can develop a deeper sense of trust that's not based on human professionals or circumstances, but on the unshakeable promises of God. As the Psalmist wrote, "Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge" (Psalm 62:8).