Do you believe God’s story? Be careful with the stories you tell yourself and what narratives you are projecting onto others. Learn to live in freedom and trust in God's promises.

[0:00] The stories we tell ourselves

[3:40] Do you believe God’s story?

Bible verses

Proverbs 3:5-6

Hebrews 10:23

Numbers 13:33

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” - Proverbs 3:5-6

Hebrews 10:23 Memory Verse

What stories do you tell yourself? Do the stories align with what God has said?

Proverbs 3:5-6 is a message to trust in the Lord with all your heart and not to rely on your own understanding.

This passage is a reminder to filter your thoughts through what God says, whether through His Word, prayer, or the Holy Spirit.

Numbers 13 recounts the story of the Israelites sending spies into Canaan and their reactions to the land's abundance and the size of its inhabitants. The Israelites' doubts led them to project their fears onto others, creating a narrative that caused them to refuse to enter the Promised Land. Only Caleb and Joshua believed God's promise and encouraged the Israelites to trust Him.

We can learn from the Israelites' experience and the importance of not projecting our fears onto others in our own lives.

Calls to Action:

Use Proverbs 3:5-6 as a guiding principle for trusting in God and not relying on your own understanding.

Seek God's understanding through His Word, prayer, and the Holy Spirit.

Acknowledge God's past successes and trust in His ability to fulfill His promises.