Trust

Let me say how grateful we are to those who make gifts that enable this ministry to touch so many. Your generous support is a real God-send.

In his book, Holy Sweat, Tim Hansel tells a story about a time he and his son Zac were out in the country climbing around on some cliffs. All of sudden, he said he heard a voice above him say, “Hey Dad! Catch me!” He turned around just in time to see his son joyfully jumping off a rock straight at him. Hansel said, “I became an instant circus act, catching him.” They both fell to the ground and after catching his breath he asked,
“Zac! Can you give me one good reason why you did that?” His son said calmly, “Sure… because you’re my dad.”

Zac could embrace the moment without fear or worry because he knew he could trust his father.

How often are we paralyzed by worry or fear? How often do we get stuck dwelling on the past or worrying about the future? How often do we miss the beauty and joy of the present moment because we fail to trust?

Paul wrote from jail, “Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made know to God. And the peace of God which passes all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds…”

Let us pray: God you are faithful. You are good. We’ve seen your hand at work time and again in our lives. But we admit that sometimes we can’t let go. Sometimes we get so overwhelmed with the problems at hand, that we miss the bigger picture. You are our Rock, and we turn to you now.

I pray today for those who are carrying burdens that feel beyond their ability to bear; for others who are under tremendous stress, and for those who are in truly dangerous situations. Lord, we pray for your deliverance, your mercy, and your grace. Be near to those who need you – even now. We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.