The words “Trust and Obey” form the title to a hymn written by John H. Sammis. These words describe a key part of our responsibility toward God.
Notice some words in the final verse of the hymn: “What He says we will do, where He sends we will go; Never fear, only trust and obey.” This is a mindset that we should always have.
Those who desire the narrow path that leads to life must live lives God’s way. Instead of deciding how we want to serve God, it is our duty to simply let God use us as He pleases.
We should see ourselves as God’s purchased possession (1 Corinthians 6:20), and as the clay of God “our potter” (Isaiah 64:8).
When God asks us to do something, it is not our job to question if it is a good idea. It is our job to simply trust and obey.
Trust can be built by allowing God’s Word to take root in our hearts (Romans 10:17). Obedience should follow that trust (John 17:17).
“Trust and obey” is a simple, yet uncommon principle to have as the guide of one’s life. Yet, it is what God desires of us.
May we do what He says, and may we go where He sends. Never fear, only trust and obey.
– Michael Hickox