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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
February 09
The impact of trust on relationships
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you" - Ephesians 4:32
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Trust is key in any relationship. When we trust someone, we are able to open ourselves up to them, share our thoughts, feelings and even our weaknesses with them. Trust is what allows a relationship to grow and thrive.
Proverbs 3:5-6 says: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight". The Bible reminds us to put our trust in the Lord and not in ourselves or in others. When we trust in the Lord, we are able to submit our understanding to His and to trust that He will guide us on the right path. This means being honest, transparent, and consistent in our interactions with others. This consistency is what makes trust to be formed in a relationship.
Trust also requires vulnerability and forgiveness. "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you" - Ephesians 4:32, When we are willing to be vulnerable and forgive one another, we can build a deeper level of trust.
In a romantic relationship, trust is what allows us to be fully ourselves, to be vulnerable and open with our partner. Without trust, it's difficult to build intimacy, and the relationship may suffer. "Can a man hide himself in secret places so that I cannot see him? declares the Lord. Do I not fill heaven and earth? declares the Lord" - Jeremiah 23:24.
Trust is crucial for healthy relationships. The Bible reminds us to put our trust in the Lord and to be transparent, consistent, and forgiving in our interactions with others. By being vulnerable, open, and willing to forgive, we can build trust, intimacy and ultimately deeper relationships with others. Remember that with trust in the Lord, our paths will be made straight.
Pray with us
Dear God, we come to You with hearts full of gratitude for the relationships in our lives. We recognize the importance of trust in these relationships and ask for Your guidance as we work to build and maintain trust with the people around us. Help us to be transparent, consistent, and forgiving in our interactions with others. Remind us to be vulnerable and to open ourselves up to the people in our lives. Amen.