Sometimes we need to look at statements in reverse to better understand their impact...to me, that method works on this verse.
When I believe in Christ as He instructs me to, alongside my belief in God Almighty, then my heart changes from a state of uneasiness to a state of rest. Belief in Jesus Christ brings about peace in my life.
That's a pretty simplistic analysis of this verse, but sometimes that kind of analysis is just want we need for the day. For today, I need to know that I have a Savior, God's own Son, and that because of Him, no matter what happens around me, my heart will not, must not be troubled. For when I, as a believer, have a troubled heart, I am showing doubt in my Savior's capability to care for me. And if I believe that God Almighty, God the Father, is capable of doing whatever needs to be done, and if I believe that His Son, Jesus Christ, loved me enough to go to the cross for me, then I can be assured that I will be well taken care of.
The news around us is troubling --- the economic future of our country is in a perilous state. No one truly knows what will happen, or what the resolution to our current problems will be. We hope that compromises are made and that a solution can be found that will avoid catastrophe. But again, as believers, our security does not lie in the hands of our government and it doesn't lie in our financial investments. Our security lies in our knowledge that our God can handle anything and that He will always act on behalf of His children with love, a love that works toward our eternal good.
"Your heart must not be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in Me."
We must show our confidence in Jesus Christ through our unwavering belief in His ability to care for us.
"Hallelujah, what a Savior!"
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This is a comforting verse. Our belief in God and His Son sets us free from our troubled world. Our belief gives us confidence in God and Assurance in His Word. He will care for our broken hearts and mend our sorrows. When we believe, we are given hope for the future. Our God is an Awesome God and His Love and Power reigns over our lives. Because we believe, we are given love, hope, and strength to continue with our daily lives. This is a simple verse of God's Power. If we believe, then we have no worries because God will provide.
When we are troubled and confused, our God comforts our mind and gives our spirit peace. We are to believe in God and His Son. When we focus on our belief we are no longer worried because God comforts our heart.
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