When I Am Afraid, I Put My Trust in You

Can you be afraid and still trust God? In Psalm 56, David turns toward God while fear is present. His words give us room to acknowledge what we feel and bring it into relationship with the Father.

This short reflection explores trust as turning toward Him from within our fear. You don’t have to manufacture enough faith to make fear disappear before you come. You can begin right where you are: “Father, I’m afraid, and I’m turning toward You.”

Scripture references: Psalm 56:3.

Topics: Fear and faith, trusting God, honest prayer, shame, turning toward the Father.

Related Scriptures: Psalm 56:4;8-11; Mark 9:24; 1 John 4:18.