*LIVING TO TRUST GOD.*(Series 3) *Scripture Reading:* 1 John 4:16 *"We have come to know [by personal observation and experience], and have believed [with deep, consistent faith] the love which God has for us. God is love, and the one who abides in love abides in God, and God abides continually in him."* Welcoming you to the second week of glory and honor of the year, this is my prayer, that all things we work out for your good this week in Jesus Christ name. HOW TO TRUST GOD: Do you know you can learn to trust God. Think of a friend you trust, someone you would let watch your children or share something personal with. Why do you trust them? How did you learn to trust them? Chances are, it’s because of a few key factors: : You know them personally. : You know they’re dependable. : You know they’re for you. So, how do we learn to trust God? The exact same way! Let’s dig into how to apply those three factors to your relationship with God as well. *1) Get to know God personally:* The Bible talks about how much God desires a close, personal relationship with each of us. He’s not a distant God up in the clouds just watching our world spin out of control. He pursues us and loves us and wants to be known by us. As our scripture says God is love and those who love abide in Him as well.*“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”* Romans 5:8 (NIV) Also, 1 John 3:1 says: *“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!”* (NIV). God loves you and wants to spend time with you. The more time you spend with Him, the more you get to know Him. And the more you get to know Him, the easier it is to trust Him. *2) Remember when God’s been faithful:* Have you ever sat down and thought about everything in your life you have to be thankful for? If you have, then you know how powerful it can be to remind yourself of just how often God’s come through for you, and how many blessings there are in your life. If you haven’t, then you’re missing out! *Taking time to remember God’s faithfulness in the past helps us trust that he’ll remain faithful in the future. In the same way you build trust with a friend when they keep showing up for you time and time again, seeing how often God’s worked in your life helps you trust Him more.* To be continue tomorrow morning by God's Grace. Good morning and do have a great week, peace. *Prayer point:* Lord Jesus, forgive me of all my foolish act of not remembering your great love towards me. Help me to love and trust you in Jesus Christ name. Amen! T.S. AFOLAYAN