Trust Fall

“The glory of the LORD will protect you from behind.” (Isaiah 58:8 NLT)

Have you ever been part of a team development seminar that included a trust fall? Participants take turns falling backwards while relying on the other members to catch them. This exercise is supposed to build trust among members of a group.

Not everyone has dependable people in their lives. Both trustworthy people and the ability to trust are precious blessings. Who are the people in your life that you trust? If you could pick your own trust fall catchers, who would be in that group? Did you pick them by their physical strength or their consistent dependability?

Are you able to put your entire trust in Jesus? Can you fall into His arms when you can’t see Him? Our understanding of God is intermingled with visual and emotional perceptions. We ascribe the same characteristics to Him as we do to other human relationships--which often leads to mistrust. Yet, God has always been there--protecting us from all sides. He is trustworthy. We are meant to live in complete reliance, fully committed, free from worry, knowing that God is present and dependable.  

"Put your entire trust in the Master Jesus. Then you'll live as you were meant to live - and everyone in your house included!" (Acts 16:31 MSG)