To trust in God is to have Faith in God

Palsm 56:

3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. 4 In God, whose word I praise— in God I trust and am not afraid.

It's not an easy journey for any of us. What I may have discovered at the time of writing this can change in 24 hours, and I drafted this post possibly seven months ago. When writing this, I thought my issue was a lack of faith, but it was a lack of trust. God is quick, but what I've learned so far about faith is that every new level you ascend to God requires a yes and a steady trust that God does not mean to hurt you. But what does the bible say about faith?

Matthew 13:31-32

He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field.

32 Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches.”

Unbeknownst to me, my faith wasn't grown by God doing grand miracles. I noticed him changing my thoughts, attitude, thinking patterns, and daily routine. These small acts led me to believe God would do what he said he would do. That way, God can tell me to GO, and I obey. Instead of praying for material things, I now focus on praying for increased wisdom, better thoughts, a pure heart, and good intentions. A few weeks ago, someone told me I have the Gift of Faith, and I realized that I believe God will do the things he said he would do, but I have a hard time trusting that God means no harm.

After I confessed this, This person told me we often think safety is comfortable, and that's not always the case. Our enemies can surround us, but our TRUST should be that GOD is there to protect us. To trust despite what our families do or what we go through. God is not man, and his ways are not like ours. There will always be someone who opposes what God says, and tell us how is that possible?! Did God tell you that?

I stood by what God told me when I moved to North Carolina. Some of my family spoke against it as if it was unbelievable. Holy Spirit revealed many things to me this time, and sometimes I found myself shaky, but I wasn't going to fold. You must stand ten-toed- flat-footed in the Word of GOD and what he SPEAKS to you. GOD still SPEAKS. When he tells you to start that business or to quit a job, it's for a reason. When God told me to leave my Bed, Bath, and Beyond the job, give all my furniture away, clothes, and shoes, and follow him, He restored everything to me tenfold. Now, of course, I see why. Bed Bath and Beyond is closing, and he planned to move me anyway. It may take God a long time to reveal things to you but be clear that his actions are for your good. I may have faith, but now I must increase my trust in God. He's right here by our side.

A Psalm of Fearless Trust in God.

A Psalm of David.

27 The Lord is my light and my salvation— Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the refuge and fortress of my life— Whom shall I dread? 2 When the wicked came against me to eat up my flesh, My adversaries and my enemies, they stumbled and fell. 3 Though an army encamp against me, My heart will not fear; Though war arise against me, Even in this I am confident.

4 One thing I have asked of the Lord, and that I will seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord [in His presence] all the days of my life, To gaze upon the beauty [the delightful loveliness and majestic grandeur] of the Lord And to meditate in His temple. 5 For in the day of trouble He will hide me in His shelter; In the secret place of His tent He will hide me; He will lift me up on a rock. 6 And now my head will be lifted up above my enemies around me, In His tent I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy; I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the Lord.

7 Hear, O Lord, when I cry aloud; Be gracious and compassionate to me and answer me. 8 When You said, "Seek My face [in prayer, require My presence as your greatest need]," my heart said to You, "Your face, O Lord, I will seek [on the authority of Your word]." 9 Do not hide Your face from me, Do not turn Your servant away in anger; You have been my help; Do not abandon me nor [a]leave me, O God of my salvation! 10 Although my father and my mother have abandoned me, Yet the Lord will take me up [adopt me as His child].

11 Teach me Your way, O Lord, And lead me on a level path Because of my enemies [who lie in wait]. 12 Do not give me up to the will of my adversaries, For false witnesses have come against me; They breathe out violence. 13 I would have despaired had I not believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord In the land of the living. 14 Wait for and confidently expect the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for and confidently expect the Lord.

I challenge you to trust God and have half faith that his words will come true.