In what ways can we "trust in Your word" more fully today? Trust Anchored in Scripture: Psalm 119 ː42 “Then I can answer him who taunts me, for I trust in Your word.” Why God’s Word Deserves Whole-Hearted Confidence - Its source: spoken by the God “who cannot lie” (Titus 1:2). - Its permanence: “The word of our God stands forever” (Isaiah 40:8). - Its purity: “Every word of God is flawless” (Proverbs 30:5). - Its power: “My word … will accomplish what I please” (Isaiah 55:11). - Its sufficiency: “All Scripture is God-breathed and useful” (2 Timothy 3:16). Practices That Deepen Daily Trust - Set apart unhurried time each day to read—letting the text, not headlines or social media, shape first thoughts (Psalm 5:3). - Memorize key promises; when the mind is furnished with truth, faith pushes back against fear (Psalm 119:11). - Obey promptly; obedience reinforces confidence that the commands are good (John 14:21). - Speak Scripture aloud to yourself and to others; hearing fosters faith (Romans 10:17). - Compare every opinion, feeling, or experience with the written Word; Scripture becomes the final court of appeal (Acts 17:11). - Record answered prayers that trace directly to promises claimed (Psalm 116:1–2). Living It Out in Common Situations - When ridiculed for biblical convictions, answer graciously with clear verses rather than personal feelings (1 Peter 3:15). - In uncertainty about the future, cling to Matthew 6:33; order decisions around kingdom priorities. - Facing temptation, follow Jesus’ pattern—quote specific passages to silence the tempter (Matthew 4:4, 7, 10). - During grief, rehearse John 14:1–3 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18, allowing promise to outweigh pain. - While making plans, acknowledge Proverbs 3:5–6, submitting the itinerary to God’s directive will. Encouragement from Saints Who Trusted - Joshua staked military strategy on God’s spoken instructions and saw walls fall (Joshua 6). - Daniel opened his windows toward Jerusalem, praying in line with Scripture’s promise and was preserved (Daniel 6). - Mary accepted the angel’s message because “no word from God will ever fail” (Luke 1:37). Fruit Promised to Those Who Trust the Word - Stability: “He is like a tree planted by streams of water” (Psalm 1:3). - Courage: “Be strong and courageous … the LORD your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). - Joy: “Your statutes are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart” (Psalm 119:111). - Witness: A life ordered by Scripture answers every taunt with unshakable hope (Psalm 119:42). |
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