10 Bible Verses About Trusting God

When life gets uncertain, let these verses remind you who holds it all together.

Matt Hui

4/22/20252 min read

Introduction

Let’s be honest—trusting God isn’t always easy. When the job falls through, when healing doesn’t come, when prayers seem to go unanswered—it’s tempting to take control or let fear creep in. But Scripture tells a different story. One where trust isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about knowing the One who does.

These 10 Bible verses on trusting God will meet you in your uncertainty, anchor you in truth, and remind you that even when life doesn’t make sense, God can still be trusted.

1. Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV)

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."

Why it matters: Trust begins where our understanding ends. You don’t have to figure it all out—just lean into Him.

2. Isaiah 26:3 (NLT)

"You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!"

Why it matters: Peace isn’t found in the absence of trouble, but in the presence of trust.

3. Psalm 56:3 (ESV)

"When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."

Why it matters: Trust doesn’t always come from strength—it often comes in fear. Even shaky faith is still faith.

4. Jeremiah 17:7 (NIV)

"But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him."

Why it matters: Trust isn’t just obedience—it’s a blessing. Confidence in God brings unshakable joy.

5. Psalm 37:5 (NIV)

"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this."

Why it matters: Trust means surrendering your timeline, your outcomes, and your need to control.

6. Romans 15:13 (NIV)

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

Why it matters: Trust leads to hope—and that hope comes with joy and peace only God can give.

7. Nahum 1:7 (NIV)

"The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him."

Why it matters: Even in hard times, His goodness doesn’t change. He’s your safe place.

8. Psalm 9:10 (NIV)

"Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you."

Why it matters: The more you know God, the easier it becomes to trust Him. He’s never left your side.

9. John 14:1 (NIV)

"Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me."

Why it matters: Jesus speaks directly to our anxious hearts. Trust in Him brings calm in the chaos.

10. Psalm 28:7 (NIV)

"The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him."

Why it matters: Trust turns into praise. When you know God is fighting for you, you can rejoice even in the waiting.

Conclusion

Trusting God doesn’t mean you’ll always feel strong. It means leaning on His strength when yours runs out. It’s remembering His faithfulness in the past, His promises in the present, and His sovereignty over the future.

So wherever you are today—in joy or heartache, clarity or confusion—take a deep breath and say, “God, I trust You.”

Because you can.