We all know that life can be wonderful and unpredictable at the same time. Happiness and contentment may settle in for a while, only to be turned at a moment’s notice by one of life’s hurdles and challenges. Life for a Christian is no different, but we know we can turn to God’s Word for guidance, strength and ultimately peace that cannot be found in the world.
Scripture tells us…
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
and do not lean on your own understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make straight your paths.
Be not wise in your own eyes;
fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.
It will be healing to your flesh
and refreshment to your bones.”
Bob Christopher from Basic Gospel puts it this way: “Pleasing God is a beautiful adventure of trusting God and walking with Him. When I put my confidence in the finished work of Christ I am pleasing to God. We take all His promises by faith.
We’ve put together this collection of ten of the top sermons and podcast teachings about trusting God from OnePlace.com. Our prayer is that you may find encouragement and biblical inspiration so that you can lean on and trust God in all areas of your life.
10 Inspiring Sermons On Trusting God
1. Unhurried Trust - Chad Roberts, Awakened to Grace
Learn the biblical meaning of trusting God as we study Proverbs 3. Pastor Chad teaches how to avoid leaning on our own understanding and how to trust in the Lord with our whole heart. This is Part 7 of "The Unhurried Life" Series.
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2. God’s Answer to Fear, Anxiety & Worry - Greg Laurie, A New Beginning
Worry is not only unproductive, Pastor Greg Laurie says worry is actually a failure to trust in the providence of God. But how can we break free from the bonds of worry? Pastor Greg addresses that Monday on A NEW BEGINNING. He’ll help us apply the biblical antidote to our times of anxiety.
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3. Hearing God In The Storm - Dave and Ann Wilson, FamilyLife Today®
In the middle of life's storms, it can be difficult to find our way. Dave and Ann Wilson discuss the struggle between trusting what we see versus trusting what God says.
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4. Walking By Faith - Bob Christopher and Bob Davis, Basic Gospel
"Pleasing God is a beautiful adventure of trusting God and walking with Him. When I put my confidence in the finished work of Christ I am pleasing to God. We take all His promises by faith. * "Is anyone in this room as righteous in the sight of God as Jesus Christ? Raise your hand." Is this an accurate way to show our redemption and the righteousness we have in Christ * How can children and babies go to Heaven if we were all born sinners? * Who was the Lord's prayer directed to? * Did Sarah have any knowledge of God telling Abraham to sacrifice Isaac before the event took place?
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5. Trusting God Over The Long Haul - Sheila Walsh, LIFE Today
Sheila looks at the promises of Scripture to give us the courage to believe the ultimate victory in Christ regardless of our temporary circumstances.
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6. Trusting - Jill Briscoe, Telling the Truth for Women
When the storms of life come and the waves are crashing violently, do you find it difficult to trust that God is present and working? Whether or not you can see Him, Jesus is walking on the water in the midst of your storm—and He’s asking you to step out in faith and trust Him. In this message, Jill Briscoe uses the story of Peter walking on water to teach how you can learn to trust Jesus more passionately and confidently even in the midst of life’s most challenging storms. References: John 6:16-21
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7. The Principle of Trusting God - Dr. Roger Spradlin, Today’s Walk Radio
The principle behind the second commandment is that of trusting God. What, or who, are you going to trust in? Are you going to trust in the true God? Or are you going to trust in an idol, or an image of what you think God might be like? Only God will ultimately bring you a sense of true love, joy, peace, and fulfillment.
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8. Trusting God When The Wells Are Dry - Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer, Running to Win
When God wants to deepen our spiritual maturity, He sometimes takes away all the comforts we’re used to. Some of us move out of state, where a new job falls apart. Some of us are told that we have only weeks or months to live. It’s possible for God to lead His people into the wilderness for their greater good and His greater glory.
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9. Trusting God When Your Health Takes a Turn - Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, Revive Our Hearts
Everyone knows life is often filled with surprises… unexpected twists and turns. Heidi Jo Fulk was shocked by a sobering call from her doctor. She shares her story of how she learned to lean into God’s Word in the face of a scary diagnosis, on Revive Our Hearts with Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth.
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10. Sing Brave Music - Joni Eareckson Tada, Joni and Friends
If you are feeling weighed down today – like your soul has lost courage – take the advice of St. Augustine and sing brave music! Lift up your heart and voice to the Lord. Ask him to infuse your heart with joy and a renewed trust in his promises. The Lord will lift your burden!
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