Forward in Trust: Releasing Our Lives and Resources to God
Forward in Trust: Releasing Our Lives and Resources to God
Trusting God with our lives and resources is one of the greatest challenges of faith. In Matthew 6:25-34, Jesus speaks directly to our anxieties about provision, reminding us that our Heavenly Father knows what we need. He calls us to seek first His Kingdom and trust that He will take care of the rest. This passage isn’t just a comfort—it’s an invitation to live with open hands, releasing our worries and our possessions into God’s care.
The Battle Between Anxiety and Trust
Jesus begins by addressing a common human struggle: worry. "Do not be anxious about your life," He says (Matthew 6:25). This is easier said than done. We worry about finances, the future, our families, and a thousand other things. But Jesus redirects our focus. Instead of dwelling on what we lack, He invites us to look at how God provides for the birds and clothes the flowers of the field. If God cares so deeply for His creation, how much more will He care for us?
At the heart of this passage is a challenge: Do we trust God enough to release our anxieties to Him? Anxiety keeps us clutching our resources tightly, afraid there won’t be enough. But trust opens our hands, allowing us to live generously and freely in God’s provision.
Seeking First the Kingdom
Jesus doesn’t just tell us to stop worrying—He gives us an alternative: "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you" (Matthew 6:33). This is a call to prioritize God’s mission over our personal security. It’s not a promise of wealth, but a guarantee that God will provide what we need as we align our lives with His purposes.
This is where faith meets action. Trusting God means making tangible decisions to live for His Kingdom. It means surrendering not just our fears but also our resources—our time, talents, and finances—for His work. When we do this, we experience the joy of being part of something eternal.
Trust in Action: Open Hands, Open Heart
Releasing our resources to God requires a shift in perspective. Instead of seeing what we have as ours to protect, we recognize that everything belongs to Him. This shift allows us to move from a scarcity mindset to a Kingdom mindset. When we give generously—whether in our churches, our communities, or to those in need—we reflect the character of our generous God.
This applies directly to the mission of the Church. If we truly believe in seeking first God’s Kingdom, we must be willing to invest in it. That’s why generosity is a faith decision. When we give sacrificially, we declare, "God, I trust You. I believe Your Kingdom is worth more than my comfort."
A Challenge to Trust
The call to trust is not just about finances—it’s about every aspect of our lives. God is asking us: Do you trust Me with your future? Your family? Your career? Your resources? Trusting God isn’t passive; it requires intentional action. It means choosing to put God’s priorities ahead of our own, even when it feels uncertain.
So here’s the challenge: What is God asking you to release? What step of trust is He calling you to take? Maybe it’s a financial commitment to further His work. Maybe it’s surrendering control over an area of your life. Whatever it is, take that step forward in trust.
God is faithful. When we seek Him first, He provides—not always in the ways we expect, but always in the ways we need. Let’s live with open hands, confident that our Father knows what we need and is more than able to provide.
