*LIVING TO TRUST GOD.*(Series 5) *Scripture Reading:* Isaiah 43:1-2 *"But now, this is what the Lord, your Creator says, O Jacob, And He who formed you, O Israel, “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you [from captivity]; I have called you by name; you are Mine! “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through fire, you will not be scorched, Nor will the flame burn you."*(AMP) Only if you can study today's scripture again and again, you will know how great His love towards you is. Here are just a few examples from the Bible that proof God's love for you: *"Because you are precious in My sight, You are honored and I love you, I will give other men in return for you and other peoples in exchange for your life."*(Isaiah 43:4 AMP) Also.. *"For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."* (Jeremiah 29:11NIV) *“For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”* (Zephaniah 3:17 NLT) God loves you. He’s in your corner, and He wants the very best for you. When you remember how He feels about you, it becomes a lot easier to trust Him and His plans for you. *Trusting God Is an Act and a Practice. Trust isn’t a thought or feeling, it’s a practice you walk out in your daily life and a muscle that needs to be exercised.* If it’s a muscle you haven’t used much before, it’s going to be weak and wobbly at first. That’s okay! Over time, it will become easier to trust in God. Just remember this: The next time something goes wrong or you feel like the rug has been pulled out from under you, you have a choice. You can panic and try to fix everything yourself, or you can practice active trust by pausing, praying and seeking God for the solution before you make your next move. *You can take a deep breath and let your shoulders relax because your Father (God) knows your every need before you even have it.* To be continue tomorrow morning by God's Grace. Good morning and do have a great day, peace. *Prayer point:* Lord Jesus, thank you for your unending love over my life, help me to love you more than ever and to and to always rely on you in Jesus Christ name. Amen! T.S. AFOLAYAN