# **"Where True Security Lies: Trusting God Over Money and Strength"**
**Scripture:** *Psalm 20:7 (NIV)*
*"Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God."*
## **Introduction**
We live in a world that constantly tells us:
- **"Secure your future—save more, invest more!"**
- **"Rely on your strength, your skills, your hustle!"**
- **"Money is power; wealth is safety."**
But the Bible presents a radically different message:
*"Do not trust in extortion or put vain hope in stolen goods; though your riches increase, do not set your heart on them."* (Psalm 62:10).
Today, we will explore why **true security is not found in money or human strength, but in the Lord alone.** We will examine:
1. **The Deception of Trusting in Wealth and Human Strength**
2. **The Danger of Self-Sufficiency**
3. **The Divine Assurance of Trusting in God**
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## **1. The Deception of Trusting in Wealth and Human Strength**
### **A. Money Promises Security but Cannot Deliver**
- Many believe that **if they just had more money**, they would be free from worry.
- But Scripture warns:
- *"Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf."* (Proverbs 11:28).
- *"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil."* (1 Timothy 6:10).
- **Money can disappear in an instant**—through economic crashes, theft, or unexpected crises (James 5:1-3).
### **B. Human Strength is Limited**
- We admire those who are **self-made**, but the Bible reminds us:
- *"The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord."* (Proverbs 21:31).
- *"Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain."* (Psalm 127:1).
- **No amount of human effort can guarantee success, health, or lasting peace.**
### **C. Biblical Examples of Failed Trust in Wealth and Power**
1. **The Rich Fool (Luke 12:16-21)** – He stored up wealth but died unprepared for eternity.
2. **King Nebuchadnezzar (Daniel 4:30-33)** – Boasted in his own power, but was humbled by God.
3. **The Rich Young Ruler (Mark 10:17-22)** – Chose money over Jesus and walked away sorrowful.
**Lesson:** When we trust in money or strength, we set ourselves up for disappointment.
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## **2. The Danger of Self-Sufficiency**
### **A. The Pride of "I Don’t Need God"**
- Our culture celebrates independence, but the Bible warns:
- *"Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall."* (Proverbs 16:18).
- *"Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh."* (Jeremiah 17:5).
- **Self-sufficiency leads to spiritual poverty.**
### **B. The Illusion of Control**
- We make plans, save money, and build careers—**but we cannot control tomorrow.**
- *"Now listen, you who say, ‘Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city…’ Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow!"* (James 4:13-14).
- **Only God holds the future.**
### **C. The Test of Trials**
- When crisis hits—job loss, illness, or tragedy—**money and strength often fail.**
- *"But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it."* (1 Timothy 6:6-7).
- **True security is found in what cannot be taken away—God’s promises.**
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## **3. The Divine Assurance of Trusting in God**
### **A. God is Our Provider**
- *"And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus."* (Philippians 4:19).
- **Jehovah Jireh**—the Lord who provides (Genesis 22:14).
- **Illustration:** Elijah and the widow (1 Kings 17)—when human resources ran out, God supplied supernaturally.
### **B. God is Our Protector**
- *"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge."* (Psalm 18:2).
- **No bank account, job, or government can offer the security of God’s covering.**
### **C. God is Our Strength**
- *"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak."* (Isaiah 40:29).
- **When we are weak, He is strong** (2 Corinthians 12:9-10).
### **D. Biblical Examples of Those Who Trusted God Alone**
1. **David vs. Goliath (1 Samuel 17)** – Human logic said David would lose, but God gave victory.
2. **The Widow’s Oil (2 Kings 4:1-7)** – When finances were gone, God multiplied what she had.
3. **Jesus and the Disciples (Matthew 6:25-34)** – "Seek first the kingdom of God, and all these things will be given to you."
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## **Conclusion: Where Will You Place Your Trust?**
The world says:
- **"Save, invest, rely on yourself."**
But God says:
- **"Trust in Me with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding."** (Proverbs 3:5).
### **A Call to Action:**
1. **Repent of self-reliance** – Confess any trust in money or strength over God.
2. **Shift your focus** – Seek God’s kingdom first (Matthew 6:33).
3. **Live by faith** – Depend on Him daily, not just when in crisis.
**Prayer:**
*"Lord, forgive me for trusting in money, my own strength, or worldly security. Today, I choose to put my hope in You alone. You are my Provider, my Protector, and my Strength. Help me to walk in faith, not fear. In Jesus’ name, Amen."*
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**Final Encouragement:**
*"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."* (1 Peter 5:7).
No matter what you face—financial stress, health struggles, or uncertainty—**God is your unshakable foundation.**
**"Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever."** (Psalm 125:1).
May we be a people who live in **true security—the kind that only comes from God.**