Trust is at the heart of faith – and often the hardest part. The Bible repeatedly invites us to trust God with our own ways, especially when we don’t know the next step. Here you will find 21 Bible verses about trusting God.
Trust in the LORD
The great verses on trust in the Bible.
-
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and do not trust in your own understanding; but acknowledge him in all your ways, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6WorriesDependence
-
Commit your ways to the LORD and trust in him; he will do it.
-
Trust in the LORD forever; for the LORD God is a rock forever.
Isaiah 26:4Rock
-
When I am afraid, I trust in you.
-
Therefore those who know your name trust in you; for you never leave those who seek you, LORD.
Psalm 9:11
-
Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose trust is in the LORD. He is like a tree planted by the water, that sends out its roots by the stream. Though heat may come, it will not be parched; though drought may come, it will not wither. And when it comes, it will not see rain, nor will its leaves ever wither.
-
Those who trust in the LORD will not fall; they will stand forever like Mount Zion.
Psalm 125:1Security
-
But I, LORD, trust in you and say, “You are my God!” My times are in your hands.
Psalm 31:15-16a
-
The LORD is gracious and a stronghold in times of trouble, and he knows those who trust in him.
Nahum 1:7Goodness
-
Trust in him always, O people, pour out your hearts before him; God is our refuge.
-
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart rejoices, and with my song I sing praise to him.
Trust when it gets hard
Verses for times when trust is a decision.
-
Cast your cares on the LORD; he will provide for you and will not let the righteous be shaken forever.
-
See, God is my salvation; I am secure and will not be afraid, for the LORD God is my strength and my song and my salvation.
Isaiah 12:2FearConfirmation verses
-
They trust in chariots and horses; but we will remember the name of the LORD, our God.
Psalm 20:8
-
For the fig tree will not bud, nor will there be fruit on the vines; the work of the olive trees will be in vain, and the fields will yield no food; and sheep will be torn from the folds, and there will be no cattle in the stalls. But I will rejoice in the LORD and be joyful in my God.
Habakkuk 3:17-18Praise
-
See, our God, whom we honor, can surely save us from the fiery furnace and also deliver us from your hand. And even if he does not, you will know that we do not honor your gods or worship the golden image you have set up.
Daniel 3:17-18Courage
-
And we had decided among ourselves that we must die. But this was so that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God, who raises the dead.
2 Corinthians 1:9
-
But may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may have full hope.
-
Do not throw away your confidence, for it will be richly rewarded.
Hebrews 10:35
-
Do not trust in princes; they are mere mortals and cannot help.
Psalm 146:3
-
Who among you fears the LORD, who obeys the voice of his servant? Who walks in darkness and sees no light, who trusts in the LORD and relies on his God?
Isaiah 50:10
Bible texts: Luther Bible 1912 (public domain), carefully adapted to modern spelling.
Related Topics
This Might Be for You
Trust lives on God's promises. The Promises series reminds us of this: He keeps what he promises.
Promises Vintage SweaterEmbroidered sweater in a vintage look that reminds us of God's promises.€55
Promises - SocksPromises socks, knitted in Saxony – God's promises for every step.€12
Easy Yoke T-Shirt BlackT-shirt for Matthew 11:30: “My yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”€38
Yes & Amen - PosterAll of God's promises are yes and amen in Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20).€10
What Does It Mean to Trust God?
The Hebrew word for trust, batach, originally means “to lean on,” “to feel secure.” Someone who trusts God leans on him like a wall that supports them. Proverbs 3:5-6 deliberately sets up a contrast: “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not trust in your own understanding.” This does not mean you should stop thinking. It means that your own insight is not the ultimate security.
Learning to Trust
Trust grows through experience. That is why many Psalms remind us of what God has already done before asking for new help. The words of trust from difficult situations are especially powerful: Daniel's three friends, who say “even if he does not want to” – they remain faithful anyway (Daniel 3:17-18) –, or Habakkuk, who praises God even though the fig tree does not bud (Habakkuk 3:17-18). If you are currently worried, you will find verses in Bible verses against worries and Bible verses against fear; if you are looking for direction, in Bible verses about God's guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best-known Bible verse about trust?
Proverbs 3:5-6 and Psalm 37:5: “Commit your ways to the LORD and trust in him; he will do it.”
How can I learn to trust God?
The Bible recommends remembering God's past help (Psalm 103:2), giving your worries to him in prayer (Philippians 4:6), and taking small steps in trust.
