Biblical Answer

The question of trusting our own instincts when we're lost and scared can be a daunting one. It's natural to feel overwhelmed and uncertain when we're faced with challenges that seem insurmountable. However, as Christians, we must remember that God's assurance to us is that He will give us the grace to face our fears and overcome them. This is not to say that we won't struggle or that we won't feel fear, but rather that we can trust in God's sovereignty and His ability to guide us through even the darkest of times. When we're tempted to trust in our own instincts or in the opinions of others, we must remember that our goal is to please God, not to please people. As the Bible 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" (Proverbs 3:5-6).

In many cases, our fears and doubts are rooted in a lack of trust in God's goodness and sovereignty. We may feel that we're not good enough or that we're not worthy of God's love and care. But the truth is that God's love and care are not based on our worthiness, but rather on His own character and nature. As the Bible says, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1). When we're feeling lost and scared, we must remember that God is with us, and that He is our rock and our salvation. We must also remember that our thoughts and feelings are not always reliable, and that we must not be controlled by them. As the Bible says, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God" (Philippians 4:6).

Ultimately, trusting our own instincts when we're lost and scared requires a deep trust in God's sovereignty and goodness. It means recognizing that we are not in control, and that God is the one who is guiding us through even the darkest of times. It means surrendering our fears and doubts to God, and trusting in His ability to work all things out for our good. As the Bible says, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). When we trust in God's sovereignty and goodness, we can face our fears with confidence, knowing that He is with us and that He will guide us through even the most difficult of times.