Heart Reflections: Trusting God in the Unseen*

“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.”* — Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

Reflection:

In life, there are moments when trusting God feels effortless, when everything seems to align perfectly, and we feel His presence in every step we take. But then, there are those other moments—when life throws us curveballs, plans fall apart, and uncertainty looms. During these times, trusting God feels like the hardest thing to do. We tend to lean on our understanding, instincts and desire to take control. But the call of Proverbs 3:5-6 is to lean *away* from our understanding and *into* God’s wisdom.

When we look at the second part of the verse, "In all your ways submit to Him," it becomes clear that trust is more than just a passive feeling. It’s an active choice—a daily submission of our plans, fears, and questions to a God who sees the whole picture. The promise is that when we fully rely on God, He will "make our paths straight." This doesn’t mean that life will always be easy, but it means God will lead us through every twist and turn with His faithful hand.

Consider those moments in your life when you felt lost, confused, or even heartbroken. Reflect on how God brought you through. Maybe it wasn’t how you expected, but He was there, guiding you, providing what you needed even if it wasn’t what you wanted at the time. Trust is built in these seasons of uncertainty—when we let go of the need to understand everything and simply place our lives into His capable hands.

Application:

Think about an area of your life right now where you are struggling to trust God. It might be a situation at work, a relationship, or even your own personal goals that aren’t unfolding as you had hoped. Instead of holding tightly to control, take a step back and offer that area to God in prayer. 

For the next week, challenge yourself to practice daily surrender. In your quiet moments with God, reflect on what it means to truly trust Him with your heart, mind, and future. When worry creeps in, remind yourself that God’s plans are greater than what you can see, and His love for you is unwavering.

Maybe it’s time to release your grip on that thing you’ve been holding onto so tightly. Trust isn’t about knowing the outcome—it’s about knowing the One who holds it.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father,  

Thank You for being trustworthy, even when I struggle to see it. Forgive me for the times I lean on my own understanding and forget that You have a perfect plan for my life. Help me to trust You more deeply, especially in the areas where I feel uncertain or afraid. Teach me to submit my ways to You, knowing that You will make my paths straight. Give me peace in the waiting, confidence in Your love, and a heart that surrenders daily to Your will. I trust You, Lord, even when I cannot see what lies ahead, because I know You are always with me.  

In Jesus' name, Amen.