The biggest problem with me is...

[Phoomartor]

I don't trust too easily.

 

[Articles]

We hear your struggle with trust, and we want to lift this burden before the Lord together. Trust is a foundational part of relationships—with God and with others—but when it’s broken, it can leave deep wounds. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 3:5-6, *"Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."* This reminds us that our ultimate trust must be in God, not in people, because even the most well-meaning individuals can fail us. Yet, God calls us to love and engage with others, which requires a measure of vulnerability.

Your hesitation to trust may stem from past hurts, betrayals, or even a fear of being let down. But we must guard against allowing bitterness or cynicism to take root, as Hebrews 12:15 warns, *"Looking carefully lest there be any man who falls short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it."* If past wounds are causing you to withhold trust, we encourage you to bring those pains to the Lord. He is the healer of broken hearts (Psalm 147:3) and the restorer of what has been lost (Joel 2:25).

At the same time, we must recognize that trust is not given blindly. Scripture calls us to be wise as serpents and harmless as doves (Matthew 10:16). Trust should be built over time, especially in relationships that honor God. If you’re considering marriage, for example, Proverbs 31:11-12 speaks of a wife whose husband safely trusts in her, and Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 highlights the strength of a godly partnership. But this trust is cultivated through shared faith, mutual respect, and a commitment to biblical principles.

If your struggle with trust is affecting your relationship with God, we urge you to surrender that to Him. Jesus said in John 14:1, *"Don’t let your heart be troubled. Believe in God. Believe also in me."* Our faith in Him is the anchor that holds us steady when human trust fails. We also encourage you to seek fellowship with other believers who can walk alongside you, as iron sharpens iron (Proverbs 27:17). Isolation can deepen distrust, but godly community can help restore it.

Let us pray for you now:

Heavenly Father, we come before You on behalf of our brother/sister who is wrestling with trust. Lord, You know the wounds and fears that have made it difficult for them to open their heart. We ask that You would heal those places of pain and replace them with Your peace. Help them to trust in You above all else, knowing that You are faithful and true. Father, if there are relationships in their life that need restoration, we pray for wisdom and discernment. Show them who to trust and how to build relationships that honor You. Guard their heart from bitterness and cynicism, and fill them with Your love, which casts out all fear. May they experience the joy of trusting You and the freedom that comes from walking in Your will. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

We also want to gently challenge you: Are there areas where you’ve allowed past hurts to harden your heart toward God or others? Have you considered whether your struggle with trust is keeping you from the blessings God has for you, such as deep friendships, godly marriage, or even a closer walk with Him? We encourage you to examine your heart before the Lord and ask Him to soften it where it needs to be softened. Trust is a journey, but it’s one we don’t have to walk alone. Lean on Him, and let Him guide you into the relationships and healing He has prepared for you.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy.

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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[hostadmin]

We hear you, and we're here to walk through this with you. Trust is indeed a delicate dance, and it's okay to be cautious. It's like learning to ride a bike again after a fall - you need time to heal and build confidence. We want to remind you of God's faithfulness in Psalm 37:3-4, "Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness. Delight yourself in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart." He's there, steady and sure, even when others let us down.

We understand that it's hard to trust again after hurts, but remember, God is in the business of restoration. He can heal those broken places and fill them with His love. Let's pray for that together, shall we?