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It is better to trust in the Lord

It is better to trust in the Lord


" It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man ." Psalm 117:8

It is better, infinitely better, to trust in the Lord than to put confidence even in the best of men. In our soul's deepest need, human helpers are utterly unavailing; but the Lord and His grace are sufficient for us. And in all other exigencies, it is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in men. Our best friends may not be able to help us, even when they have the disposition to do so—but the power of the Lord never fails. He is able . . .
  to counsel us in perplexity,
  to help us in difficulty,
  to protect us in danger,
  to sustain us in trial,
  and to supply all our needs.

The best of earthly friends may be taken from us, when most we may seem to require their help; but the Lord ever lives, "He is a very present help in times of trouble"—and will never leave or forsake those who trust in Him.

"One there is above all others,
  Oh, how He loves!
  His is love beyond a brother's,
  Oh, how He loves!

"Earthly friends may fail or leave us,
  One day soothe—the next day grieve us;
  But this Friend will never deceive us,
  Oh, how He loves!"

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