Topical Bible: Trust: Leads to Fulfilment of all Holy Desires

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Trust, in the biblical context, is a profound reliance on God, characterized by faith, confidence, and hope in His promises and character. It is a central theme throughout Scripture, underscoring the relationship between God and His people. Trusting in the Lord is not merely an abstract concept but a dynamic and active faith that leads to the fulfillment of all holy desires.

Biblical Foundation of Trust

The Bible consistently calls believers to trust in God, emphasizing that such trust is foundational to a life of faith. Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." This passage highlights the necessity of complete reliance on God rather than human wisdom, promising divine guidance and fulfillment.

Trust and Fulfillment of Desires

The fulfillment of holy desires is intricately linked to trust in God. Psalm 37:4-5 states, "Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him, and He will do it." Here, the psalmist assures that when one's desires align with God's will, trust in Him results in their fulfillment. This alignment is achieved through delighting in the Lord, which transforms and purifies desires to reflect His purposes.

Examples of Trust in Scripture

Throughout the Bible, numerous figures exemplify trust in God, leading to the fulfillment of their holy desires. Abraham, known as the father of faith, trusted God's promise of a son despite his and Sarah's old age. Genesis 15:6 records, "Abram believed the LORD, and it was credited to him as righteousness." His trust was rewarded with the birth of Isaac, fulfilling God's promise and establishing a covenantal lineage.

Similarly, Hannah's account in 1 Samuel 1 illustrates trust leading to fulfillment. In her deep anguish, she prayed for a son, vowing to dedicate him to the Lord. Her trust in God's faithfulness was rewarded with the birth of Samuel, who became a significant prophet in Israel.

Trust in the New Testament

In the New Testament, trust in Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith. Jesus Himself calls for trust in His words and promises. In John 14:1 , He comforts His disciples, saying, "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in Me." Trusting in Christ leads to the fulfillment of the ultimate holy desire—eternal life and communion with God.

The Apostle Paul further emphasizes trust in God as a source of peace and fulfillment. In Philippians 4:6-7 , he writes, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Trusting God with our concerns leads to peace and the assurance that He will fulfill our needs according to His will.

The Role of Trust in the Believer's Life

Trust in God is not passive but requires active engagement with His Word and promises. It involves a steadfast commitment to His ways, even when circumstances seem contrary. Isaiah 26:3 declares, "You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You." This peace is a byproduct of unwavering trust, leading to the fulfillment of desires that align with God's perfect will.

In summary, trust in God is a vital aspect of the Christian life, leading to the fulfillment of all holy desires. It is through trust that believers experience God's faithfulness, guidance, and provision, ultimately aligning their desires with His divine purposes.

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Psalm 37:5
Commit your way to the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.
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... by the examples which daily come to light in fulfilment of this ... Trust in him ... of the
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St. Catherine of Siena as Seen in Her Letters
... fellowship with the sinner, and invincible trust in his ... habit of idealising them,
which leads to frequent ... this final offering an august climax and fulfilment. ...
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... which means that there would be a divine fulfilment; for thus ... He leads them into
whatsoever he finds them most ... They never trust in themselves; they are in much ...
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1 John ii. 20, 21
... the apostacy of these errorists, he now leads them back ... God through his Spirit for
the fulfilment of their ... the way of salvation, we must trust their testimony. ...
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Gideon's Altar
... narrow and rough path of conscious unworthiness leads to the ... the 'peace of God.'
There is tranquillity in trust. ... But its fulfilment is reserved for the land of ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture f/gideons altar.htm

Happy Pilgrims
... And it suggests the thought that in trust there lie ... them ever travelling on the path
that leads to Him. ... Him, only in order that the partial fulfilment of their ...
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Twenty-Ninth Lesson. According to his Will;
... may be the prayer of submission, and of trust in God's ... in what way it is that the
Father leads His waiting ... strong and bold enough to claim the fulfilment of the ...
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Eighth Sunday after Trinity Living in the Spirit as God's Children ...
... of that which the Spirit of God leads them to do ... and how far they come short of its
fulfilment, when it ... the comfort spoken of, and a childlike trust which does ...
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The Songs of the Fugitive.
... The fulfilment is cotemporaneous with the desire. ... "Trust in the Lord, and do good;
Dwell in the land ... unclothes him from the weakness of flesh, and leads him in ...
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