soul journey 
“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.” — Psalm 28:7 (NIV)
There comes a point in every believer’s journey where trust moves from being an idea in our minds to a rock-solid truth anchored in our hearts. It’s the place where we no longer waver in the storm because we know—deeply and certainly—that God is our strength and shield.
But how do we reach that unshakable faith? The kind that stands tall when adversity strikes? The good news is that this deep trust doesn’t come from our own strength but from a daily, growing relationship with God.
Here’s how you can cultivate the kind of faith that holds firm, no matter what life brings.
1. Stay Connected to the Source of Strength
Jesus makes it clear: apart from Him, we can do nothing.
“Remain in Me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.” — John 15:4 (NIV)
Daily prayer, reading God’s Word, and worship keep your heart aligned with His. Like a branch draws life from the vine, your strength comes from staying close to Christ. When adversity comes, you won’t have to scramble to find faith—you’ll already be rooted in it.
2. Declare God’s Promises Over Your Life
Faith grows when we actively speak and believe what God says, even when circumstances say otherwise.
“I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” — Philippians 4:13 (NIV)
Start each day by declaring God’s promises:
- God is my strength.
- He is my shield and defender.
- I can face this day because Christ strengthens me.
These declarations build spiritual confidence and remind your soul who is in control.
3. Accept That God’s Ways Are Higher
Trust deepens when we release our need to understand everything. God sees the whole picture when we only see a piece.
“As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.” — Isaiah 55:9 (NIV)
Daily surrender is key. When things don’t make sense, remind yourself: God’s ways are higher. He’s working in ways beyond your understanding, and His plans are always for your good.
4. Remember That God Is Always Working for Your Good
Even in adversity, God is orchestrating everything for your ultimate benefit and His glory.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” — Romans 8:28 (NIV)
Make it a habit to look for God’s hand at work, even in small things. This keeps your heart tuned to His faithfulness and grows your confidence that He is always in control, even when life feels chaotic.
🌿 Final Thought: Let Your Trust Become Your Testimony
True, unshakable trust is not built overnight—it grows little by little as you walk with God daily. But the more you lean on Him, the more you’ll experience the truth of Psalm 28:7:
“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me.”
When adversity comes, you won’t just hope He will help—you will know it deep in your spirit. Your life will become a living testimony that God is faithful, strong, and forever your shield.
So today, take one more step closer. Stay connected. Declare His promises. Surrender your understanding. And watch your faith grow until it stands firm like a mountain that cannot be moved.
