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Your Question:
Can I really trust God to provide?
Answer:
I believe that trusting God to provide is a crucial aspect of our faith. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with trusting God when their prayers aren't answered. They question God's love and care for them, and wonder if they've done something wrong. But the truth is, God's silence is often a time of discipline, not a period of displeasure. It's a time for us to wait upon Him and be grounded in His Word. In Isaiah 50:10-11, it says, "Who among you fears the Lord and obeys the word of his servant? Let him who walks in the dark, who has no light, trust in the name of the Lord and rely on his God." This verse tells us that even in the midst of uncertainty and darkness, we can trust in God's name and rely on His provision. It's not about trusting in our own abilities or circumstances, but about trusting in the Word of God. As I reflect on my own life, I've come to realize that trusting God to provide is not about having all the answers or seeing immediate results. It's about having complete trust in God, even when prayers are not answered. It's about trusting in His character and His love for us, and knowing that He is uniquely powerful and capable of providing for our needs. As the psalmist says, "You do not have, because you do not ask" (James 4:2). But it's not just about asking; it's about trusting in God's provision, regardless of the outcome.
Sources:
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
psalms
tremper longman
systematic theology
wayne grudem
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
god
j i packer knowing
elemental theology
emery bancroft
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