I know God is with me. I know that Jesus walks beside me every day, carrying my load. I know the Holy Spirit surrounds the Earth, my advocate in times of joy and trouble.

I know these things, but I still can’t quite let go of my fears long enough to trust that God sees me. That Jesus looks on me with compassion. That the Holy Spirit embraces me always with love and care.

I know these things, but I am still afraid. I still expect the worst, and wait for God to let me down. Jesus speaks to me and says, “Don’t be afraid to keep trusting,” but I don’t hear him the way he hears me.

The truth is, Jesus always surpasses our wildest imaginations.

Choosing trust is scary. Jesus knows that, too. And yet, he implores us, “Don’t be afraid to keep trusting.” Take time today to repeat these words of Christ in your mind, that they would lead you face-to-face to our Savior, who also says, “Your faith has healed you.”

By Emily Holladay from D365