Misplaced Trust

How can I avoid trusting the wrong people or the wrong things?

God’s Response

Without consulting me, you have gone down to Egypt for help. You have put your trust in Pharaoh’s protection. You have tried to hide in his shade. But by trusting Pharaoh, you will be humiliated, and by depending on him, you will be disgraced. Isaiah 30:2-3

Putting confidence in an unreliable person in times of trouble is like chewing with a broken tooth or walking on a lame foot. Proverbs 25:19

Trust is a tricky thing. Knowing whom you can trust is not always clear, especially when you look around and see so many people in high positions who abuse their power and hurt those who depend on them. What can you do? Begin by observing the character and actions of people around you. Notice who is consistently truthful and reliable. Who treats others as they would like to be treated? Keep in mind that even the most godly person will make mistakes and sometimes let you down, so don’t look to people to give you what only God can provide. Only God is completely trustworthy.

This Is Promising

It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in people. It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes. Psalm 118:8-9