Hello, my wonderful young friends! Today I want to share with you 10 Bible Stories About Trusting God that will inspire and encourage you to put your faith in our amazing God. These stories show us how people in the Bible faced scary situations, impossible problems, and difficult decisions, yet chose to trust God even when it was hard.

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The Bible is filled with examples of ordinary people who did extraordinary things because they trusted God's promises and guidance. From Noah building an ark on dry land to David facing a giant with just a sling and stones, these stories remind us that God is always faithful to those who trust Him. As we explore these incredible stories together, I hope your own trust in God will grow stronger, knowing that the same God who helped these Bible heroes is ready to help you too!

10 Bible Stories About Trusting God

1. Noah Builds an Ark

Imagine building a massive boat when there's no rain in sight! That's exactly what Noah did because he trusted God's warning about a coming flood. "Noah did everything just as God commanded him" Genesis 6:22.

God saw that people on earth had become wicked and decided to send a flood, but He wanted to save Noah's family and the animals. God gave Noah specific instructions to build an enormous ark – 450 feet long, 75 feet wide, and 45 feet high! Noah had never seen rain before, since a mist used to water the earth in those days. Yet he spent over 100 years building this gigantic boat on dry land.

I'm sure Noah faced mockery and doubt from neighbors watching him build a boat far from any water. But his unwavering faith in God's word never faltered. When the rain finally came, Noah and his family were safe inside the ark, protected by their obedience and trust. After the flood, God set a rainbow in the sky as a sign of His promise never to flood the entire earth again. Noah's story teaches us that trusting God's directions – even when they don't make sense to others – leads to our protection and salvation.

Read Noah's full story here

2. Abraham Follows God's Call

Abraham (initially called Abram) showed remarkable trust when God asked him to leave everything familiar behind. "The LORD had said to Abram, 'Go from your country, your people and your father's household to the land I will show you'" Genesis 12:1.

Imagine being 75 years old and hearing God tell you to pack up everything, leave your home, and journey to an unknown destination! That's exactly what happened to Abraham. He didn't get a detailed map or GPS coordinates – just a promise that God would guide him to a new land and make him into a great nation.

Abraham demonstrated extraordinary faith by obeying immediately. He gathered his wife Sarah, his nephew Lot, all their possessions, and their servants, and set out toward Canaan. Abraham didn't know where he was going, but he knew Who he was following. God promised to bless Abraham and make his descendants as numerous as the stars, even though he and Sarah had no children and were well past childbearing age.

Abraham's journey of faith continued for years, with many tests and challenges, but God proved faithful to every promise. His story reminds us that sometimes trusting God means stepping into the unknown, confident that He leads the way.

Read Abraham's full story here

3. Joseph Overcomes Betrayal

Joseph's life was full of unexpected twists, but his unwavering trust in God's plan helped him through every hardship. Sold into slavery by his own brothers, Joseph faced betrayal, false accusations, and imprisonment, yet "the LORD was with Joseph so that he prospered" Genesis 39:2.

Joseph's journey began with his father's special love and prophetic dreams, which made his brothers jealous. They threw him into a pit and sold him to traders heading to Egypt. As a slave in Potiphar's house, Joseph worked diligently until false accusations landed him in prison. Even there, Joseph maintained his integrity and used his gift of interpreting dreams.

Eventually, Joseph interpreted Pharaoh's dreams about seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. Impressed by Joseph's wisdom, Pharaoh made him second-in-command over all Egypt! Years later, when his brothers came begging for food during the famine, Joseph had every reason to seek revenge. Instead, he recognized God's greater purpose: "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to save many lives" Genesis 50:20. Joseph's story shows us that trusting God through difficult circumstances allows Him to work out His amazing plans through our lives.

Read Joseph's full story here

4. Moses Leads the Exodus

Moses faced seemingly impossible obstacles when God called him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. From his burning bush encounter to the parting of the Red Sea, Moses learned to trust God's power rather than his own abilities.

When God first spoke to Moses through the burning bush, Moses felt completely inadequate: "Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?" Exodus 3:11. He worried about his speaking abilities and how people would receive him. But God promised, "I will be with you" Exodus 3:12.

Despite his doubts, Moses obeyed and returned to Egypt. Through ten devastating plagues, Moses witnessed God's power firsthand. The ultimate test came at the Red Sea, with the Egyptian army behind them and water before them. In this impossible situation, Moses told the people, "Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the LORD will bring you today" Exodus 14:13. When Moses raised his staff, God parted the waters, creating a dry path through the sea. Moses' story reminds us that when we trust God and take steps of obedience, He makes a way where there seems to be no way.

Read Moses' full story here

5. Joshua and the Battle of Jericho

Joshua faced an unconventional battle plan that required complete trust in God's instructions. "March around the city once with all the armed men. Do this for six days… On the seventh day, march around the city seven times, with the priests blowing the trumpets" Joshua 6:3-4.

After forty years in the wilderness, the Israelites finally reached the Promised Land, but Jericho stood in their way – a heavily fortified city with massive walls. From a military perspective, conquering it seemed impossible. But God gave Joshua specific, unusual instructions: march around the city once daily for six days, then seven times on the seventh day, followed by priests blowing trumpets and the people shouting.

Imagine how strange this must have seemed to the Israelite soldiers! No battering rams, no siege equipment, no traditional battle tactics – just walking, trumpets, and shouting. But Joshua trusted God's plan completely. "When the trumpets sounded, the army shouted, and at the sound of the trumpet, when the men gave a loud shout, the wall collapsed" Joshua 6:20. This miraculous victory came not through military might but through obedience and trust in God's unusual battle plan. Joshua's story reminds us that God's methods may not make sense by human standards, but they always work!

Read Joshua's full story here

6. David Faces Goliath

Young David demonstrated extraordinary courage and faith when he volunteered to fight Goliath, the giant Philistine warrior. While experienced soldiers trembled in fear, David declared, "The LORD who rescued me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will rescue me from the hand of this Philistine" 1 Samuel 17:37.

Goliath stood over nine feet tall, covered in bronze armor, with a spear whose iron point weighed about fifteen pounds! For forty days, this intimidating giant had challenged Israel to send a champion to fight him, but no one dared – until David arrived. As a shepherd boy, David had protected his sheep from lions and bears, developing both skill with his sling and trust in God's protection.

When King Saul offered his armor, David refused it, choosing instead to face Goliath with just a sling, five smooth stones, and unshakable faith in God. David boldly told Goliath, "You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty" 1 Samuel 17:45. With one perfectly aimed stone, David defeated the mighty giant! David's victory reminds us that when we trust God, we can face our biggest "giants" with confidence.

Read David's full story here

7. Daniel in the Lions' Den

Daniel's unwavering faith led him to continue praying to God even when it became illegal. His story shows tremendous courage and trust in God's protection despite facing deadly consequences.

Daniel served as one of the top administrators in the Persian Empire under King Darius. His excellence made other officials jealous, so they convinced the king to issue a decree that anyone who prayed to any god or human other than the king would be thrown into the lions' den. Despite this deadly threat, "Daniel went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before" Daniel 6:10.

When Daniel was discovered praying, the king reluctantly had him thrown into the lions' den. King Darius told Daniel, "May your God, whom you serve continually, rescue you!" Daniel 6:16. The next morning, the king rushed to the den and found Daniel unharmed! Daniel explained, "My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions" Daniel 6:22. Daniel's faithfulness to God – even when facing death – shows us that trusting God's protection is more important than fearing human threats.

Read Daniel's full story here

8. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace

The story of three young Hebrew men who refused to bow to an idol demonstrates uncompromising trust in God, even when faced with a horrifying death sentence. Their faith was so strong that they told King Nebuchadnezzar, "If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from it… But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods" Daniel 3:17-18.

King Nebuchadnezzar had built a massive golden statue and commanded everyone to bow down and worship it whenever music played. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who served in the king's administration, refused to compromise their faith in the one true God. Furious at their defiance, the king ordered the furnace heated seven times hotter than usual and had the three men thrown in.

The soldiers who threw them into the furnace were killed by the intense heat, yet something amazing happened inside. The king looked into the furnace and exclaimed, "Look! I see four men walking around in the fire, unbound and unharmed, and the fourth looks like a son of the gods" Daniel 3:25. God not only protected them from the flames but joined them in their trial! Their bold trust in God, regardless of the outcome, challenges us to stand firm in our faith no matter the consequences.

Read their full story here

9. Esther Risks Everything

Queen Esther faced a life-or-death decision that required her to trust God's purpose for her life. When her cousin Mordecai urged her to approach the king uninvited (a potentially fatal act) to save the Jewish people, he reminded her, "Who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?" Esther 4:14

Esther was a Jewish orphan who became queen of Persia through an unusual series of events. When the evil Haman plotted to destroy all the Jews in the empire, Esther was in a unique position to help – but at great personal risk. Approaching the king without being summoned could result in death, unless he extended his gold scepter.

Esther asked all the Jews to fast for three days, saying, "I will go to the king, even though it is against the law. And if I perish, I perish" Esther 4:16. This statement revealed her tremendous courage and trust in God's plan. Through wisdom, prayer, and perfect timing, Esther successfully exposed Haman's plot, saving her people from destruction! Though God's name is never mentioned in the book of Esther, His providential hand is evident throughout. Esther's story reminds us that God often places us in specific situations to accomplish His purposes when we trust Him enough to take bold action.

Read Esther's full story here

10. Peter Walks on Water

Peter's attempt to walk on water shows both the power of faith and what happens when we take our eyes off Jesus during life's storms. When the disciples saw Jesus walking on the Sea of Galilee during a storm, Peter boldly called out, "Lord, if it's you, tell me to come to you on the water" Matthew 14:28.

Jesus simply replied, "Come," and Peter stepped out of the boat onto the churning waves – and actually walked on water! This was an incredible demonstration of faith and trust. For a few moments, Peter did the impossible because he trusted Jesus' word and kept his focus on Him.

But when Peter "saw the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, 'Lord, save me!'" Matthew 14:30. Immediately, Jesus reached out His hand and caught him, saying, "You of little faith, why did you doubt?" Matthew 14:31.

This story powerfully illustrates that when we keep our eyes on Jesus and trust His word, we can do things that seem impossible. But when we focus on our problems and circumstances instead of Jesus, we begin to sink. The good news is that even when our faith falters, Jesus is still there, ready to reach out and rescue us when we call for help.

Read Peter's full story here

What Can We Learn from These Stories?

1. God is faithful even when circumstances seem impossible - From Noah building an ark on dry land to Moses facing the Red Sea, God always makes a way for those who trust Him.
2. Trust often requires action and obedience - Abraham had to leave his homeland, Joshua had to march around Jericho, and Esther had to approach the king. Trusting God means following His directions even when they don't make sense.
3. God's protection doesn't mean we won't face challenges - Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego all faced deadly situations. Trust means believing God is with us in our trials, not that we'll avoid all difficulties.
4. When we focus on our problems instead of God, our faith weakens - Like Peter walking on water, we can accomplish amazing things when we keep our eyes on Jesus instead of the storms around us.
5. God often has a bigger plan we can't see - Joseph's betrayal led to saving many lives, and Esther's position as queen allowed her to save her people. What looks like a problem may be part of God's greater purpose.

Fun Activities for Kids

1. Trust Walk Obstacle Course
   Create a simple obstacle course in your home or yard. Blindfold one child while another verbally guides them through the obstacles. Afterward, discuss how this is like trusting God even when we can't see the path ahead clearly. As faithward.org notes, "Trust isn't about seeing every step of the journey; it's about believing in the One who guides us."
2. Noah's Ark Animal Matching Game
   Create cards with pairs of animals (or use animal toys). Mix them up and have children find the matching pairs while talking about how Noah trusted God's instructions to bring animals onto the ark. Discuss how God kept His promise to Noah, just as He keeps His promises to us.
3. Giant-Sized Problems Prayer Jar
   Decorate a jar and have children write or draw their "giant-sized problems" on slips of paper. Like David facing Goliath, they can place these concerns in God's hands through prayer. Each time a prayer is answered, celebrate God's faithfulness together.
4. Fiery Furnace Craft
   Create a "fiery furnace" scene using a small box, red and orange tissue paper for flames, and four paper figures (representing Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego, and God with them). Talk about how God is with us in our most difficult situations.
5. Walking on Water Experiment
   Fill a large container with water. Test various objects to see what sinks and what floats. Discuss how Peter was able to walk on water when he trusted Jesus and focused on Him, but began to sink when he looked at the waves. Talk about how we can trust Jesus during scary times in our lives.

If you enjoyed these "10 Bible Stories About Trusting God," I think you'll also love exploring "10 Bible Stories About God's Promises"! These incredible stories show how God always keeps His word, from His covenant with Noah to His promises to Abraham and beyond. Check it out next time for more wonderful Bible adventures that will strengthen your faith!