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The Book of Proverbs Chapter 3 Prov 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your Heart, Pt. 15

IV. The Benefits of Trusting in the Lord.

Prov 3:5-6, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding. 6In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

A. Salvation When we put our trust in the Lord for our salvation, He promises to cleanse and forgive us, He promises eternal life. John 3:16, 36a; 10:28-29; Acts 16:31

Isa 12:2, “Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; for the LORD GOD is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation.”

1 Tim 4:10, “For it is for this we labor and strive, because we have fixed our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of believers.”

B. Security When we trust in the Lord, we have a sense of security because we are entrusting our lives to Him. We are in His care. Psa 18:30-36; 91:1-4

2 Sam 22:3, “My God, my rock, in whom I take refuge (trust), my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my place of refuge; my Savior, You save me from violence.”

C. The Surrender of Your Life to Him C. The Surrender of Your Life to Him. God wants us to get to the point where we turn over our lives to Him and His care. He wants us to have implicit faith in Him.

Job 13:15, “Though He slay me, I will hope in Him Job 13:15, “Though He slay me, I will hope in Him. Nevertheless I will prove my ways before Him.”

Mat 26:39, “And He went a little beyond them, and fell on His face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; yet not as I will, but as You will.”

D. Serenity, Peace and Joy Psa 5:11-12; 40:4

Rom 5:1, “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Gal 5:22-23, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”

E. Someone to Seek and Turn to. Take your burden to the Lord E. Someone to Seek and Turn to. Take your burden to the Lord. He hears your prayers and will direct your lives if you will let Him.

Isa 58:9a, “Then you will call, and the LORD will answer; you will cry, and He will say, ‘Here I am’.”

Isa 65:24, “It will also come to pass that before they call, I will answer; and while they are still speaking, I will hear.”

Psa 16:1, “Preserve me, O God, for I take refuge in You.”

Mat 14:30-31, “But seeing the wind, he (Peter) became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” 31Immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and took hold of him.”

F. Strength and Support. When we trust in the Lord, He provides strength for our weakness, that may be spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, or financial. Psa 18:2-3

Psa 37:5, “Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He will do it.” Psa 54:4, “Behold, God is my helper; the Lord is the sustainer of my soul.”

Mark 5:34, “And He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace and be healed of your affliction.”

Phil 4:19, “And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”

G. Stout-Heartedness and Courage G. Stout-Heartedness and Courage. When we place our trust in the Lord we will have courage to stand firm or to go forth and face our enemies. 2 Chron 32:7-8; 2 Cor 5:6-8

Psa 27:14, “Wait for, (QAVAH – Faith Rest in), the LORD; be strong and let your heart take courage; yes, wait, (QAVAH), for the LORD.”

Psa 31:24, “Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the LORD.”

Psa 56:3-4, “When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You Psa 56:3-4, “When I am afraid, I will put my trust in You. 4In God, whose word I praise, in God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid. What can mere man do to me?”

H. Stability. Our stability comes from the Lord when our life is rocked by turbulence, stinging surprises, and unexpected waves of woe that knock us off of our feet.

1 Cor 15:58, “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord.”

Heb 6:19, “This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil.”

Psa 112:7, “He will not fear evil tidings; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD.”

People and the government cannot meet your every need, but God can supply the true needs that you have in your life.

Psa 118:8-9, “It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. 9It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.”

I. Safety. Psa 37; 91; Prov 2

Prov 29:25, “The fear of man brings a snare, but he who trusts in the LORD will be set securely on high.”

Prov 30:5, “Every word of God is tested; He is a shield to those who take refuge (faith-rest) in Him.”

Grace Offering Luke 6:38, “Give, and it will be given to you Grace Offering Luke 6:38, “Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over.”

Grace Fellowship Church Sunday, October 28, 2012 Tape # 12-123 Proverbs Chapter 3 Trust in the Lord Blessings and Benefits of Faith Resting Conclusion Prov 3:5-6; 2 Sam 22:3; Psa 18:30-36 James H. Rickard Bible Ministries 2012