Transferring Our Trust

Jeremiah 17:7–8 (NLT®)

“Blessed are those who trust in the LORD and have made the LORD their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit.”

This passage gives the remedy for the situation described in the preceding verses: “‘Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the LORD. They are like stunted shrubs in the desert, with no hope for the future’” (Jeremiah 17:5–6, NLT®). I’m sad to say that we are much like those people. We have put our trust in governments, corporate systems, and financial institutions because we thought the people there were trustworthy. Many of them are, but only God is worthy of our complete trust. So, let’s make a trust transfer. Let’s admit where we have made idols. Let’s place our trust in the only One who is worthy—and then believe Him for the blessings He has promised.

THINK ABOUT IT

Trusting in anything or anyone more than trusting in God lowers His preeminence and is idolatry. The antidote is repentance and transferring our trust to God alone through the cross.

PRAYER

Heavenly Father, forgive me for trusting in anyone or anything for my security, wellbeing, and future more than I trust in You. I want to change and give You first place in every aspect of my life. You are my God and Creator, and I declare that I trust You completely. May You be honored and esteemed in all my life. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Blessings,

Pastor Allen Jackson