“Trust in the Lord with all your heart” (Prov.3:5)
Heavenly Father, the battle for our heart’s love and trust is relentless. As we begin our weekend, we want to reaffirm you as the sure foundation and Gospel-fountain of everything we need—and much more than we could ever hope or imagine.
Some trust in their good works and spiritual discipline. But we trust in the finished work of Jesus and the gift of his perfect righteousness.
Some trust in their spouse’s attention and their children’s affection. But we trust in your steadfast love for us and great delight in us.
Some trust in their stock portfolios (maybe not THIS morning!) and material possessions. But we trust in the unsearchable riches of Christ and the inviolate treasure being kept for us in heaven.
Some trust in being smart, wise, and powerful. But we trust in Jesus, who is our “wisdom from God—that is our righteousness, holiness, and redemption.”
Some trust in being members of special groups, circles, and clubs. But we trust, rest, and rejoice in our “in-Christ-ness”—the union we have with Jesus and fellowship we enjoy with the entire Trinity.
Some trust in their standing in “the company” and the community. But we trust in our “standing in grace” and rootedness in your love.
Some trust in adventure, newness, and busyness to fill the vacuum and give meaning to life. But we trust in the One who says to us this Friday morning, “Come to me all y’all who are weary, burdened, and broken. I will give you rest, I will give you my peace, and I am praying you’ll be filled with my joy.” Hallelujah, and So Very Amen.
