Although I hope to come to you soon, I am writing you these instructions so that, if I am delayed, you will know how people ought to conduct themselves. (1 Timothy 3:14-15 NIV, 8-13-13)

Two interesting words he uses there: ‘Hope’ and ‘if.’

We want certainty.

But outside of a promise of eternal life in God’s Kingdom, we operate with little certainty. Who knows what tomorrow holds? Certainly not us.

Paul was in the middle of God’s work during arguably the most crucial time in history, and he didn’t know if he’d be able to get to Timothy soon or not. He wanted to visit Spain. We don’t really know if he made it.

So, how do you respond in a world of uncertainty? Trust.

In all the confusion and chaos and worry and wonder, God says, Trust me. Matter of fact, He puts us in seasons of doubt and chaos to teach us to trust. To teach me to trust.

[Father, help me to grow more and more in my ability to trust you in all situations.]