Trust...

Is there another 5 letter word with greater implications or significance? The basic definition is; confidence in and reliance on good qualities, especially fairness, truth, honor or ability. It can also mean; hopeful reliance on what will happen in the future. It is synonymous with words like faith, belief, expectation, dependence, and confidence in. So, in a world like ours, how does anyone trust anything?

The problem with trust is that it demands something or someone to have faith in. Trust demands a focus that is faithful and one that will not disappoint. In a world most familiar with disappointments, failed relationships, broken promises, and unfulfilled hope, is trust even a reasonable proposition?

I say yes! In spite of the evidence that screams the contrary, I say yes! And, I’m not the first to make the case. King David said; “I know that the Lord will help his anointed; he will answer him from his holy heaven with mighty victories by his right hand. Some take pride in chariots, and some in horses, but our pride is in the name of the Lord our God” (Psalms 20:6-7 NRSV). David had this confidence because the Lord “heard the voice of [his] supplications” and proved Himself to be David’s “strength and shield” (Psalms 28:6-7). David rejoiced in God greatly because God proved Himself to be “the saving strength of His anointed” (Psalms 28:9).

Life seems very unfair at times. So often, it seems things are out of control and people incapable of anything other than disappointing. Truthfully, I doubt life is really that bad and I am sure, in most cases, people do not intend to hurt us, but after a season characterized by these feelings it is almost impossible to trust. So, if your season has made trust hard, remember God. He is our saving strength. I am sure there is a very large body of evidence in your life that proves He is more than dependable. A quick trip down memory lane will generally clarify the issue. When I think of His goodness and what He's done for me...