Devotional Blog: Trusting God When You Can’t See the Way
Scripture Focus:
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.”
— Proverbs 3:5–6 (KJV)
When we trust God fully, we’re making a decision to place our confidence not in what we see, but in Who we know. Trust isn’t built on perfect circumstances—it’s built on a faithful relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. As we learn to walk by faith and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7), we begin to understand that God’s hand is steady even when our path isn’t. He’s not asking us to have it all figured out—He’s asking us to follow Him step by step, even when we can’t see past the next bend in the road.
This kind of trust means surrendering control, and that’s not always easy. Most of us have been trained by life to prepare, protect, and plan. But spiritual growth often begins where our ability ends. The Lord gently teaches us that His ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:9). He doesn’t need our blueprint—He wants our obedience. And when we yield to Him, even in uncertainty, He begins to shape our hearts, align our paths, and reveal His purpose in ways we never imagined.
When Proverbs 3:6 says, “In all thy ways acknowledge him,” it speaks of more than just a moment of prayer or a casual nod toward heaven. It means bringing God into every decision, every relationship, every hardship, and every opportunity. It means honoring Him in the way we live, speak, serve, and even suffer. And His promise is clear: “He shall direct thy paths.” Not might. Not could. He shall.
It’s important to remember that God’s direction doesn’t always mean ease or immediate answers. Sometimes He leads us through the valley to teach us dependence before bringing us to the mountaintop. Sometimes He closes doors—not to punish us—but to protect us. He sees the full picture when we only see a single frame. And in His perfect timing, He brings clarity, peace, and purpose where once there was confusion.
Reflection Questions:
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Is there an area in your life where you’ve been relying on your own understanding instead of trusting the Lord?
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Have you truly invited God into your decisions—or are you simply asking Him to bless what you’ve already chosen?
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What would it look like today to lay down your fear and take one step forward in faith?
Encouragement to Stand On:
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
Isaiah 26:3 (KJV)
God doesn’t ask you to see the whole road—He only asks you to trust the One who’s leading you. And when you do, He will direct your path—not just in theory, but in real, daily, meaningful ways.
Key Truth:
God never asked us to figure everything out. He asked us to trust Him and acknowledge Him in all our ways. That means inviting Him into your decisions, your relationships, your finances, and even your pain. And His promise is sure: He shall direct thy paths.
Reflection:
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Are you trusting God fully right now, or are you leaning on your own understanding?
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Is there an area of your life you’ve kept off limits from Him?
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What would it look like to surrender that part today?
Closing Word:
Friend, you may not see the whole road—but you can trust the One who does. Rest in the fact that God is faithful. He hasn’t forgotten you, and He’s not finished with your story. Keep walking. Keep trusting. He’s already working it out for your good and His glory.
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Shout-Out:
A special thanks to West End Baptist Church in Easley, SC—home base of BNC Ministries.
📍130 Mission Drive | 📫 PO Box 1994 | Easley, SC 29641
Pastor: Mark Tinsley