Reasons we can trust god

Continued from blog post, Where is God?

Reason #1: God has demonstrated that He is faithful to us in so many ways historically. Both historically for us and the people of God. For me, the Thankful List has been a tangible way to see His faithfulness over time.

Reason #2: God demonstrated His love for us in this that while we were still sinners Jesus died for us. (Romans 5:8, I John 4:10)

Reason #3: As we spend time with God over years and years, it gives us an inner confidence of His closeness and care. (Hebrews 4:16, Psalm 9:10)

Reason #4: When we look back at trials in our past we can often see how God worked out His plan to grow us up and do good through the trials. (Romans 8:28)

Reason #5: Even though some argue this reasoning is circular, it is still true that God is always infinitely good even though we cannot see it. Accusations against His goodness never seem to end.

Reason #6: God will be glorified no matter what. (Romans 11:23-26)

A year ago I preached a sermon series at my church, The Rock, on Hope in Trials. Wow, how relevant this is now. Check it out!

Bonus Scripture on suffering: Romans 5:3-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 1 Peter 1:7, 1 Peter 5:8-10, 2 Corinthians 4:17, Hebrews 5:7-8, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 2:14-15.