Trusting In God
Trusting in God is a theme that runs deeply through the pages of Scripture—and through the day-to-day moments of life. In a recent sermon, Charlie Wallace guides his congregation on a journey through Esther chapters 5 to 7, drawing out practical lessons on how and why we can trust God’s providence, blessings, and judgments. This blog post explores the key teachings from that message and shows how you can apply them to your life today.
Understanding Trust Through Everyday Experiences
Sermon Pastor opens the sermon with a story many parents can relate to: taking his young son through a haunted house at a town festival. The experience is filled with fear, uncertainty, and moments where his child’s trust is put to the test. Despite the scary surroundings, his son holds onto him—knowing his father will protect him.
What a picture of how we as believers walk through life! Just as Charlie’s son wouldn’t have dared the haunted house alone, we wouldn’t dare face life’s challenges without the steady presence of our Heavenly Father.
“He trusted his father would lead him through...with his father, with him, he trusted that I wasn’t going to let anything happen to him.” — Charlie Wallace
Why We Struggle to Trust God
As Charlie Wallace points out, trust comes naturally to children who have good relationships with their parents. But as adults, our experiences with betrayal, disappointment, and hurt often make trust difficult to come by. We project our broken human relationships onto God, forgetting that He is a good Father—faithful and trustworthy beyond any earthly example.
Yet, the story of Esther shines a light on why we can and should trust God, despite our circumstances.
Three Reasons We Can Trust God
1. Trusting God’s Providence
The first point from Charlie Wallace’s sermon is that “the faithful trust in God’s providence.” God’s providence means His sovereign working behind the scenes, orchestrating events and ruling over all. Our decisions still matter, but ultimately, God is in control.
Esther’s Bold Step
In Esther 5, we see Queen Esther put her life on the line by approaching the king uninvited—a move that could have meant death. She does this not recklessly, but with courage rooted in her trust that God is at work. The king extends his scepter, granting her favor and sparing her life.
“Trusting God’s providence doesn’t remove the risk. It gives you the courage to step into the risk.” — Charlie Wallace
This is a powerful reminder: trusting God doesn’t mean life will be easy or safe, but it means we never face challenges alone. Like Esther, when we step out in faith, God is moving even in unseen ways.
2. Trusting in God’s Blessings
The second lesson: “the faithful trust in God’s blessings.” Even when evil is plotted against God’s people, He turns those schemes on their head.
God Turns Evil to Good
In Esther 6, the king suffers from insomnia and ends up reading about how Mordecai had previously saved his life. That same night, Haman comes to the palace intent on having Mordecai killed. Instead, the king commands Haman to honor Mordecai—putting Haman in the humiliating position of parading his enemy through the streets.
This echoes Joseph’s words in Genesis 50:20: “You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.” Charlie Wallace reminds us that God’s blessings often come through the very circumstances meant to harm us.
More Than Just Evil: Working All Things for Good
Beyond turning evil into good, God uses even neutral or challenging events (like accidents, setbacks, or difficult seasons) for our benefit. Romans 8:28 assures us that “for those who love God, all things work together for good.”
And ultimately, the best is yet to come. The blessings in this life are just a taste of the eternal joy God promises (2 Corinthians 4:17). No matter how dark things appear, our future is bright in Christ.
3. Trusting God’s Judgment
The third anchor for trust is “God’s judgment.” In Esther 7, justice is served: Haman’s wicked plot is revealed, and he faces the consequences of his actions.
God’s Judgments Are:
Perfect: God shows no partiality (Romans 2:11). His justice is flawless.
Comprehensive: Nothing is hidden from God (Hebrews 4:13). He sees all, knows all, and judges right.
Truthful: We will be judged for what we have done (Revelation 20)--but in Christ, our sins are washed away and we are acquitted by His work.
Final: There are no appeals, no second chances after death (Matthew 25). This truth urges us to respond to God’s grace now and to share it urgently with others.
As Charlie Wallace concludes, “When God is our Father, we have nothing to fear.” Our spiritual journey may involve walking through metaphorical haunted houses, filled with uncertainty, but each step is guided by our loving Father—leading us toward the light.
How to Apply These Truths Today
Remember God’s Character: When trust is hard, remind yourself of God’s faithfulness, goodness, and sovereignty. Meditate on stories like Esther that prove His care for His people.
Step Forward in Faith: Like Esther, act with courage even when the outcome is unseen. Trust that God is working in your circumstances.
Look for God’s Blessings: Even in hardships, pause to see how God has provided, protected, or taught you through adversity.
Rest in God’s Justice: Lay down your need for revenge or control. Trust that God will judge righteously—in His time.
Share the Hope of Christ: Knowing that God’s judgments are final, share the gospel with urgency and compassion. Invite others into the assurance you have found.
Conclusion
Trusting in God isn’t a passive or blind faith. It’s a confident reliance on the One who has proven Himself faithful in history, in Scripture, and in our own lives. As Charlie Wallace said, “God is taking you all the way.” No matter what lies ahead—risk, blessing, or judgment—we are safe in the hands of our loving Father.
Want to deepen your trust in God? Start by reading Esther, reflecting on God’s blessings in your life, and sharing your story with someone who needs encouragement today.
