The Put God First Challenge

Day 7: Faith and Trust

Matthew 8

Hebrews 11

Proverbs 16

Romans 4

Day 7: Prayer

Father,

Faith is more than just believing in You—it’s trusting You with my whole heart, even when I can’t see the full picture. You call me to walk by faith, not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7), but sometimes I struggle. I want to trust You completely, yet doubts creep in. I try to hold onto control instead of surrendering everything into Your hands. Lord, increase my faith. Help me to trust You in all things.

Jesus, You said in Matthew 6 that I don’t have to worry about my life, because my heavenly Father knows what I need. The birds of the air don’t worry, the flowers of the field don’t strive, yet You provide for them. How much more will You provide for me? But still, I worry. I hold onto my fears instead of resting in Your promises. Teach me what it means to truly seek first Your kingdom and trust that You will take care of everything else.

I am reminded of the man in Mark 9 who cried out to You, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24). That is my prayer today. I believe in You, Lord, but help me to believe even more. Strengthen my faith when I am weak, and remind me that even faith as small as a mustard seed can move mountains (Matthew 17:20). I don’t have to have it all figured out—I just have to trust You.

Your Word tells me that faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the Word of Christ (Romans 10:17). Let my faith be built not on my emotions or circumstances, but on the truth of Scripture. When doubts arise, let me run to Your Word. When fear grips my heart, let me stand on Your promises. When I feel uncertain about the future, let me remember that You are already there, making a way.

Lord, I want my life to reflect deep trust in You. I don’t want to live in fear, hesitation, or half-hearted faith. I want to trust You boldly, walk in confidence, and lean on You in every season. Whether I stand on the mountaintop or walk through the valley, help me to declare with my whole heart: You are good, You are faithful, and I trust You completely.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.