WE TRUST IN THE LIVING GOD.

August 1

I Timothy 4:10 

For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, 

because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour 

of all men, specially of those that believe. 

The living God is opposed to a dying world, to our dying frames, and to our dying friends; these must not be trusted, or we shall be wretched.

Our God may, ought to be trusted, for He is the only suitable object of a Christian’s trust; He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all we ask or think.

He is immutable.

He never disappointed a sinner’s hope, if founded on His word or refused a believer’s petition, for deliverance or relief.

If we trust in the living God, it will preserve us from perpetual disappointment;

from bitter reflections on self and others;

from many dangers;

and from the threatened curse.

If we trust in the living God we are blessed;

we shall be fruitful;

we shall be delivered from slavish fears;

we shall enjoy perfect peace;

we shall be provided for;

we shall find a refuge in every storm;

have an answer for all who reproach us;

experience firmness and stability;

and enjoy solid happiness.

Let us ascertain, are we trusting in the living God?

Let us seek grace daily to live in simple, child-like dependence upon Him.

Blessed is the man that trusteth in the Lord, he shall be safe, fruitful and happy.

In Thee, O Lord, put I my trust,

Mightily, and merciful, and just

Who hides my life above;

Thou canst, Thou wilt my helper be;

My confidence is all in Thee,

My faithful God of love.

James Smith