If there is anyone who has experienced hardships in life, it is the character Job in the Bible. He has lost his livestock, servants, children and even his own health! But Job’s response showed his trust towards God: “… Naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked shall I return. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” Job 1:21 (ESV).

During difficult times in your life, there is one that you can fully rely on – God himself. You can lose your wealth, those who help you, family or even your own health, but God is someone that you can trust. He loves us so much that he gave his Son Jesus to die for our sins on the cross – that is his heart. He is surely worthy of our trust.

In Job 12:10, Job has mentioned something that is true: “The life of every living thing is in his hand, as well as the breath of all mankind.” (CSB). God is in control over the life of every living creature. Again, this proves that we can trust him. What trying times are you facing right now where God is not in control?

God is aware of what you are going through. Job 23:10 says, “But he knows where I am going. And when he tests me, I will come out as pure as gold.” (NLT)

We might not understand why we have to suffer, but we can trust in God who is in control of the life of every living creature.

Question is, who do you put your trust in?