The Art of Faith
Trust is difficult in these days. Much of what we were sure of has changed. Much of what we were certain could not change has changed. But in a world full of uncertainty we have a unique opportunity to make sure that we are placing our trust in God alone. His unchanging nature and character are the bedrock on which we can build our lives. As we wrap-up the “Psalms for the Souls” series, it is good for us to focus on trusting God. The art of faith is tricky in this moment of history, but not more difficult than it was in times past. Our work as the people of God is to continue to trust God’s steadfast love (HESED!) even as He continues to work on our behalf.
Songs:
Great Is Thy Faithfulness (Beginning to End)
Blessed Assurance (CityAlight)
Memory work: Memorize one or more of the following Scriptures which are then available for ‘instant playback.’ This way, either as an everyday reminder or in a moment of crisis, you will have the Word of God on which to stand. (all the below are in the NIV, if you have a translation you like better or are more familiar with that would work too!)
The Lord is my light and my salvation—
whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life—
of whom shall I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1)
I remain confident of this:
I will see the goodness of the Lord
in the land of the living.
Wait for the Lord;
be strong and take heart
and wait for the Lord. (Psalm 27:13-14)
Truly my soul finds rest in God;
my salvation comes from him.
Truly he is my rock and my salvation;
he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. (Psalm 62:1-2)
My salvation and my honor depend on God;
he is my mighty rock, my refuge.
Trust in him at all times, you people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge. (Psalm 62:7-8)
Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High
will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.” (Psalm 91:1-2)
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail.
They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.
I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion;
therefore I will wait for him.”
The Lord is good to those whose hope is in him,
to the one who seeks him;
it is good to wait quietly
for the salvation of the Lord. (Lamentations 3:22-26)