Waves of anger, frustration, violence and civil unrest are starting to sweep across the United States. The stock market is unstable and unpredictable. Many 401K plans are losing money. Job security is a thing of the past. Many churches no longer adhere to Biblical truths. Health care costs are going through the roof. Numerous government officials seem to think that it is o.k. to tell lies. Marriage vows are frequently broken. This list could go on and on.
Something we need to know is that we can’t put our trust in people.
This is what the Lord says:
“Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans,
who rely on human strength … (Jeremiah 17:5 NLT)
Who can we trust?
Trust in the Lord with all your heart;
do not depend on your own understanding.
Seek his will in all you do,
and he will show you which path to take. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT)
Our help comes from the Lord.
From where does my help come?
My help comes from the Lord,
who made heaven and earth.
(Psalm 121:1-2 ESV)
God loves us and cares about us.
What is the price of two sparrows—one copper coin? But not a single sparrow can fall to the ground without your Father knowing it. … So don’t be afraid; you are more valuable to God than a whole flock of sparrows. (Matthew 10:29-31 NLT)
The righteous person faces many troubles,
but the Lord comes to the rescue each time. (Psalm 34:19 NLT)
Ask God for help.
Come with great power, O God, and rescue me!
Defend me with your might.
Listen to my prayer, O God.
Pay attention to my plea. (Psalm 54:1-2 NLT)
Now may the Lord value my life… May he rescue me from all my troubles.” (1 Samuel 26:24 NLT)
Summary:
- We can’t put our trust in people.
- Our help comes from the Lord.
- God loves us and cares about us.
- We can ask God for help.
Where does our (real) help come from? Our help comes from the Lord.
… the Lord will deliver me from every evil attack and will bring me safely into his heavenly Kingdom. All glory to God forever and ever! Amen. (2 Timothy 4:18 NLT)
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