What’s something you’ve trusted in that ultimately let you down? Maybe it was a chair that collapsed beneath you, or a car that was supposed to be reliable but kept breaking down. More likely, it’s a loved one—perhaps a spouse, parent, or friend—who has disappointed or abandoned you.
Broken trust is all around us. We feel it in our hearts and carry it with us daily. So when pastors or well-meaning friends encourage us, especially as single moms, to trust God, it’s common to hesitate.
As the holidays approach, I want to share this truth with you over coffee: God is the only one worthy of our complete trust, and he is where we can find true fulfillment. Let’s unpack that.
1. God is the only one worthy of our full trust.
From the first chapter of Genesis to the final verse of Revelation, we see a God who consistently fulfills his promises and never abandons those who follow him. While his timing may not align with our desires and our feelings may tell us otherwise, he comes through every single time. But how can we trust him after all we’ve been through?
Jesus provides a profound example in the Garden of Gethsemane. As he prepares to bear the weight of the world’s sin and face crucifixion, he cries out to God, pleading for another way. “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will” (Matthew 26:39).
This moment beautifully illustrates trusting God with everything we have. Jesus is honest about his desires, just as we can be, but ultimately, he submits to God’s will.
What can you bring to God today? What can you choose to trust him with, even when it’s difficult? He will sustain you, keep his promises, and never let you down—even if your circumstances remain unchanged.
2. God is the only one who can fulfill us.
Sometimes, I struggle to trust God because I’m too focused on finding fulfillment elsewhere. I catch myself thinking “Yes, God, I know I can trust you, but I really want this person to like me.” Or “I know I can trust you, but I need that promotion.” Or even “I know I can trust you, but can’t you see how my child is struggling?”
When we excuse our mistrust by seeking fulfillment in something or someone else, disappointment is inevitable.
I don’t know what challenges you’re facing today, but I encourage you to take a moment to breathe. Cry out to God. Share your desires and struggles with him, and ultimately, take that step to trust him. He is worth it—every single time.
