In what ways can we trust God daily as our "Helper"? Verse at a Glance “So we say with confidence: ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?’” (Hebrews 13:6) Who Our Helper Is • The all-powerful Covenant-Keeper who promises, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you” (Hebrews 13:5). • The Creator who “does not slumber or sleep” (Psalm 121:4). • The faithful Father who “takes hold of your right hand” and says, “Do not fear, I will help you” (Isaiah 41:13). Why We Can Trust Him Every Day • His character is unchanging—“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). • His resources are limitless—He “owns the cattle on a thousand hills” (Psalm 50:10). • His vision is perfect—He sees the end from the beginning (Isaiah 46:10). • His commitment is personal—He numbers every hair on our heads (Matthew 10:30). • His victory is certain—“If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). Practical Ways to Lean on Our Helper • Start the day acknowledging His presence: “My help comes from the LORD” (Psalm 121:2). • Replace fear with His promises—speak Hebrews 13:6 aloud when anxiety rises. • Bring every need to Him first (Philippians 4:6-7). • Obey promptly; trust follows action (James 1:22). • Cultivate gratitude—note daily evidences of His assistance (Psalm 103:2). • Rest at night believing He works while we sleep (Psalm 127:2). Encouraging Examples from Scripture • Moses—helped to confront Pharaoh despite weakness (Exodus 3:11-12). • David—helped to defeat Goliath with a sling and faith (1 Samuel 17:45-47). • Jehoshaphat—helped when he prayed, “We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on You” (2 Chronicles 20:12-17). • Peter—helped when sinking; Jesus “reached out His hand and caught him” (Matthew 14:30-31). • Early church—helped by the Holy Spirit, “the Helper” sent by Jesus (John 14:16). Takeaway Truths to Carry into Today • God’s help is present, personal, and powerful. • Fear loses its grip when we declare, “The Lord is my helper.” • Trust grows through repeated, intentional reliance on Him hour by hour. |
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