Our Trust is in God

This is a good motto. It is a good profession. But it sometimes requires proof. Trust in God is warranted by his Word, and is needful for us. But we can only trust God in proportion as we know him, as we believe his promise, and as we realize his love. If I know God in his greatness and goodness, as my Creator and my Father — then I can then trust him with all, and trust him for all. I shall be persuaded of his ability, and equally persuaded of his love. I cannot trust greatness alone — but when both are combined in one person, there is a suitable object of trust.

To trust God aright, I must know his mind, as well as his heart. What he considers it right to do for me, or to give to me; as well as what he is able or willing to do, or give. Now it is from the Bible — that I must learn all about God. There he reveals himself, and reveals himself in order to be feared, loved, and trusted.

His justice and holiness excite fear;
his grace and mercy excite love; and
his power and faithfulness draw out our confidence.

Viewing God in Jesus, a sinner may . . .
ask anything of him,
expect anything from him,
and trust everything with him.