God, Help Me Trust

[water and bread of life ministry]

Lately, I’ve been whispering this little prayer more than I’d like to admit: “God, help me trust.” It’s simple, raw, and straight from the gut. Life’s got a way of throwing curveballs—unexpected bills, shaky plans, or just that nagging feeling that I’m not enough—and I catch myself gripping the wheel tighter, trying to control it all.

But here’s the thing: I can’t. And deep down, I know I’m not supposed to. That’s where this plea comes in. It’s me waving the white flag, asking God to take over where my trust runs thin.

His Strength in My Weakness
I think about how trust isn’t just blind faith—it’s leaning on something, someone, bigger than me. Psalm 56:3 pops into my head: “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” David wrote that while he was running for his life, scared out of his mind. If he could say it then, I can say it now. When I’m staring down my own fears—big or small—I don’t have to fake some superhero confidence. I can just pray, “God, help me trust,” and let Him fill in the gaps. It’s not about me having it all together; it’s about Him being steady when I’m not.

Day by Day Faith
Trust isn’t a one-and-done deal, though, is it? It’s a daily thing. Some mornings, I wake up feeling solid, ready to hand it all over to God. Other days, I’m clinging to my worries like they’re a security blanket. But that’s why I love this prayer—it’s short enough to breathe out anytime.

Stuck in traffic? “God, help me trust.” Overthinking at 2 a.m.? “God, help me trust.” It’s less about mastering trust and more about inviting Him into the mess, one shaky step at a time.

Letting Go, Letting God
So today, that’s my goal: to loosen my grip a little. Maybe you feel it too—that tug to control, to figure it all out. Let’s pray it together: “God, help me trust.” He’s not asking me to have unshakable faith on my own—He’s just asking me to lean on Him when mine wobbles. And I believe He answers that prayer, not with a loud clap of thunder, but with a quiet strength that says, “I’ve got you.” He’s got us. Let’s rest in that today.

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