Falling and trusting

We've probably tried this trust exercise at some point: the one where we stand in front of someone and get told to fall backwards, trusting they'll catch us as we hurtle backwards towards the ground. In theory it's a great way of explaining God's faithfulness. Until they 'forget' to catch us. Ouch.

But maybe there's something to be learnt in that bump to the head. Whether it was an intentional fail at catching us, or an accidental one, it's a reflection of how humans can be sometimes. We're imperfect. We let each other down, sometimes accidentally, sometimes on purpose. We all know what that's like. But, let's look to God. Even though we're imperfect human beings, we serve a God who is perfect. His faithfulness is everlasting, his promises are eternal and he had already sent Jesus to the entire human race as we were falling backwards. He's already caught us - all - and lifted us all up again.

With God, we have hope, because 'the one who made the promise is faithful' (Hebrew 10:23 GWT). As tough as life can be, let's trust that he's always been on our side. Love, forgiveness and purpose are all ours. We can trust him today because he's been there, and faithful to his people - since and until forever.



So what now? What are you struggling to see God's plan in at the moment? Why not do the trust exercise with him: 'fall' into his arms and trust he has your situation safely in hand.





— SCRIPTURE —

'He who promised is faithful.' Hebrews 10:23 NIV
— SOULFOOD —

John 14:26, Acts 2:1-21, Rom 8:26