The Bible emphasizes trusting in God and living according to His purpose.
Grounds for trust in God
Trust in God’s power and strength Ex 14:31; 2Ti 1:12 Also See 2Sa 22:1-3 Ps 18:2-3; Ps 9:9-10; 115:9-11; 144:1-2
Trust in God’s unfailing love Ps 13:5 Also See Ex 15:13; Ps 17:7; 21:7; 33:18; 52:8; 147:11
Trust in God’s salvation Isa 12:2 Also See 1Sa 17:37; Ps 22:4-5; 40:2-3; Isa 25:9
Trust nurtured by God’s revealed truth
Pr 22:19-21 Also See Ps 18:30; 119:42; Pr 30:5; Jn 12:36; 14:1-3
Expressions of trust in God
Praise and worship Ps 4:5; 28:7; 64:10; Da 3:28
Perseverance in faith Isa 7:4-7; Jer 51:46-47; 2Th 1:4; Heb 10:35-36; 12:2-3; Jas 1:12; 5:11
Holding on to God’s promise 1Ki 8:56-57; Ps 130:5; Ac 26:7; Ro 4:20-21; Col 1:5
Jesus Christ’s trust in the Father
Lk 23:46 Also See Ps 31:5; 22:8; Mt 27:43; Heb 2:13; Isa 8:17
Say this prayer: Father in heaven, Thank you for sending your Son Jesus Christ to die on the cross for the forgiveness of my sin. Lord Jesus, please forgive me for all of my sins. Come into my heart, and be my Lord and Savior. Please, help me live for you and fill me with your Holy Spirit. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.