Have trust, maintain hope, and keep faith in God.
Trust can be a difficult attribute to find in a person, whether it is in a friend or a romantic partner. Past experiences may have you on your toes about placing your trust in someone again. Or maybe you are in a complicated situation where the honest truth may be hard to deliver. If you are looking for inspirational scripture, there are Bible verses about trust that provide wisdom and clarity when it comes to the power of trustworthiness and honesty. Keeping faith and having hope is not just about putting your trust in God, but also understanding the meaning of trust at its core.
Being honest and always speaking the truth are virtues that are easier to value than to actually put in practice. But this list of the best Bible verses about trust will give you the inspiration to carry out your values as well as better comprehend the importance of choosing honesty in your everyday life. Most people have let a lie slip from their lips at least once in their life — we are only human, after all. When you make efforts to be a trustworthy individual, you will not only be seen by God, but you will also welcome stronger and more authentic relationships into your life. After all, trust is a two-way street. So, share a few of these Bible verses about trust with a loved one so you can both find the strength to maintain your hope, faith, and trust — even in the hard times.
Proverbs 3:5-6
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."
The Good News: Putting your trust in God is the way forward. Set aside your anxieties and doubts and turn it all over to the Lord.
Jeremiah 17:7-8
"But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit."
The Good News: This verse serves as a reminder that to trust in God truly is a blessing. Your faith in him allows you to create a fulfilling and happy life.
Psalm 37:3
"Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture."
The Good News: Keep it simple — have faith in God and live an honest, good life.
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Psalm 56:4
"In God, whose word I praise — in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?"
The Good News: Although there may be obstacles in your path, God is on your side. That is what really matters.
1 John 4:16
"And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them."
The Good News: Allow yourself to be an instrument of God's love and share it with your community of faith.
James 1:6
"But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind."
The Good News: Your faith in the Lord allows you to stand strong in the face of adversity.
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Psalm 28:7
"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him."
The Good News: Placing faith in God and learning to trust him is a joyous experience.
Psalm 16:1
"Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge."
The Good News: This Bible verse communicates that you can always trust in the Lord, no matter what. His love will keep you safe and protected in times of turmoil.
Isaiah 26:3
"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."
The Good News: God promises to provide for you and bring you tranquility if you keep yourself focused on learning to trust him fully.
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Isaiah 43:2
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze."
The Good News: God is promising that, if we truly trust in him, he will be able to protect us and see us through life's tribulations.
2 Corinthians 5:7
"For we live by faith, not by sight."
The Good News: This short and simple verse communicates an essential truth. We live by trusting in God and allowing him to lead us on our paths, rather than trying to find our paths alone.
Proverbs 29:25
"Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe."
The Good News: Anxieties about the world are real. But so long as you keep your trust in God, you'll be able to get through tough situations.
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Hebrews 13:5
"Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'"
The Good News: Finances and other material possessions can be a significant source of stress for many people. But you don't need to worry — trust in God, and he will take care of you, always.
1 John 4:1
"Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world."
The Good News: While many of these verses remind you to trust in God, this one reminds you that you can't necessarily trust everyone else. There may be people trying to lead you astray. Know that your faith in God is the most important thing, and stay strong.
Psalm 27:14
"Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord."
The Good News: Sometimes, a huge part of trusting God is trusting his timing. Though you might have to wait to see where your journey will go, putting your faith in him is crucial.
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Psalm 56:3
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
The Good News: When you are struggling, you can put your trust in others and your faith in God.
Psalm 143:8
“Let me hear in the morning of your steadfast love, for in you I trust. Make me know the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.”
The Good News: If you open your heart to God, you let in eternal love and trust.
1 John 5:14
“And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will hears us.”
The Good News: If you ask God for something, have trust that he has heard your prayers.
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Matthew 6:26
"Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?"
The Good News: Just like the birds trust there will be food and shelter for them when they need it, have trust in God that he will provide you with the necessities you need.
Psalm 118:8
“It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.”
The Good News: God’s trust does not waver, while a person's trust can, as we are only human.
Jamie Ballard
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Jamie Ballard (she/her) is a freelance writer and editor who covers news, lifestyle, and entertainment topics, including sex and relationships, TV, movies, books, health, pets, food and drinks, pop culture, shopping, and personal finance. She regularly contributes to Cosmopolitan, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, and YouGov, among other publications. When she’s not working, you can find her running, traveling, or scrolling TikTok. Follow her on Twitter.
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