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Just a Thought by Pastor Steve Smothermon

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Monday, April 7, 2025 9:42 AM

With All Your Heart

Monday, April 7, 2025 9:42 AM
Monday, April 7, 2025 9:42 AM

 

Trust isn’t just a word we throw around when life gets hard — it’s a daily decision we make to lean fully on God, even when we don’t understand what He’s doing. Proverbs 3:5 tells us, Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. That means we don’t give God partial trust or backup-trust — we give Him everything. Our wisdom is limited. His is eternal. When we stop trying to figure out everything and start leaning into Him, peace begins to replace panic.

The truth is, whatever you’re leaning on is what you really trust. Some lean on money, others on talent, connections, or emotions. But those things aren’t strong enough to carry the full weight of your life. God is. He’s the only one who sees the whole picture, knows the path ahead, and has the power to guide you through it. When we surrender — not just our problems but our plans — to Him, He promises to direct our steps.

So today, ask yourself: “Am I trusting with my whole heart or just part of it? Am I surrendered, or am I still trying to stay in control?” You’ll never experience the strength of God until you stop leaning on broken crutches. Trust Him without limits — and watch how straight your path becomes.

Just a thought,

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