Trust Issues: When Leaning on Humans Goes Hilariously Wrong. Turns out, putting all your trust in humans instead of God is about as reliable as a GPS that says, “I was lost 10 Miles Ago!”

Sunday Worship Service

Section 1: Welcome and Announcements

Welcome!

Good morning, church family! I am so grateful that you’re here today—whether you’re joining us in person or online, you are part of this loving community, and we are excited to worship together. Today, we’re diving into a powerful passage from Jeremiah 17:5-10 that reminds us where to place our trust. If you’ve ever felt spiritually dry or weary, this message is for you. God has something special for us today, and I can’t wait to walk through it with you!

Announcements & Community Updates

Here’s what’s happening in the life of our church:

• Wednesday Night Bible Study – Join us this week at 7:00 PM as we continue our deep dive into the book of Proverbs.
• Community Outreach Opportunity – Next Saturday, we’ll be serving at the local food bank. Sign up at the Welcome Desk to lend a hand!
• Baptism Sunday – If you’ve been thinking about taking this step of faith, we’d love to celebrate with you! Sign up for our next baptism class.
• Small Groups Are Open! – Life is better in community. Find a group where you can grow, connect, and be encouraged in your walk with Christ.

Now, let’s turn our hearts toward God as we prepare for worship.

Section 2: Call to Worship

A Time to Refocus

As we enter into worship, let’s take a moment to quiet our hearts. God invites us to place our trust fully in Him, and today, we’ll be reminded why. Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God.” Let’s take a deep breath and remember that He is in control.

Responsive Reading

Leader: Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.
Congregation: They will be like a tree planted by the water, thriving in every season.

Let’s lift our voices and praise Him together!

Section 3: Opening Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for bringing us together today. We come before You with open hearts, ready to receive Your Word. Teach us what it means to trust You fully. Help us let go of fear, doubt, and distractions so that we can focus on Your presence. May this time of worship glorify You and renew our spirits. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Section 4: Praise and Worship

This is our time to worship the Lord with joyful hearts! Whether you lift your hands, sing aloud, or worship quietly in reflection, know that God delights in our praise. Let’s worship together with songs that remind us of His faithfulness.

Song selections may include:

• “Great is Thy Faithfulness”
• “Trust in You” by Lauren Daigle
• “Way Maker”

Let’s sing to the Lord with all our hearts!

Section 5: Scripture Reading

Introduction to Jeremiah 17:5-10

Today’s Scripture reminds us of the difference between trusting in human strength versus trusting in God. It paints a vivid picture: those who rely on themselves end up spiritually dry, while those who put their faith in God flourish like a tree by the river.

The Message in the Passage

The prophet Jeremiah speaks directly to the people of Judah, warning them about misplaced trust. Some relied on alliances with foreign nations, others on their own strength—but none of it could save them. Only faith in God brings true security.

Jeremiah 17:5-10 (NIV)

5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the Lord.

6 That person will be like a bush in the wastelands; they will not see prosperity when it comes. They will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where no one lives.

7 “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.

8 They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes;
its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”

9 The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?

10 “I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.”

Section 6: Pastoral Prayer or Intercessory Prayer

Intercessory Prayer

Lord, we acknowledge that we sometimes place our trust in the wrong things—our own strength, our finances, our plans. But today, we choose to trust in You. You are our refuge, our source of life. Strengthen our hearts, guide our steps, and help us remain rooted in Your Word.

Congregational Prayer Response

Leader: Lord, we put our trust in You.
Congregation: We will be like trees planted by the water, unshaken by the storms of life.

Section 7: Offering

Giving as Worship

Tithing isn’t just a financial transaction—it’s an act of worship, a declaration that we trust God as our provider. As we give, we are reminded that everything we have comes from Him.

Prayer for the Offering

Heavenly Father, we give to You with grateful hearts, knowing that You are our provider. Use these tithes and offerings to further Your kingdom and bless those in need. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Section 8: Special Music or Presentation

A Time of Reflection

Before we hear today’s message, we have a special song that beautifully captures our theme of trust in God. Let the lyrics encourage you as we prepare our hearts.

Bring This Sermon to Life

Gain access to the complete, short, and powerful sermon to deepen your understanding of today’s message.

The Hidden Trap That’s Silently Sabotaging Your Faith (And How to Escape It)

Most people don’t realize it, but there’s a dangerous mistake lurking in their spiritual life. It’s subtle. It’s deceptive. And worst of all? It’s keeping them stuck in cycles of doubt, fear, and spiritual dryness.

Jeremiah 17:5-10 exposes this trap in a way that’s almost uncomfortably direct: Trusting in human strength instead of God’s. It sounds simple, right? But here’s the kicker—most believers don’t even realize they’re doing it.

• They trust their plans more than God’s promises.
• They rely on circumstances instead of faith.
• They chase worldly security instead of divine provision.

And like a withering bush in the desert, their spiritual life feels dry, empty, and exhausting.

But here’s the good news…

There’s a way out. And once you see it, you’ll never approach your faith the same way again.

I once met a man—let’s call him David—who had everything on paper. He was respected, successful, and by all accounts, doing well. But spiritually? He felt completely lost.

He told me, “I pray, I read my Bible, I go to church… but I still feel like I’m running on empty.”

Sound familiar?

David was doing all the right things. But here’s what he didn’t see: He was still leaning on himself.

• When things got tough, he relied on his own wisdom.
• When life felt uncertain, he looked to people instead of God.
• When fear crept in, he trusted his feelings instead of trusting the Lord.

And guess what? His heart was exhausted.

Then one day, we studied Jeremiah 17:7-8 together:

“Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.”

David had an “aha” moment.

He realized he had been acting like a desert shrub—barely surviving—when God had called him to be a thriving tree. The difference? Where he placed his trust.

That one shift changed everything.

• His prayers became deeper, not desperate.
• His faith felt steady, not frantic.
• His peace became unshakable, no matter what life threw his way.

Now, imagine what would happen if you and your congregation could experience this kind of transformation, too.

Here’s the deal: This isn’t just another sermon.

It’s a powerful, heart-stirring message designed to:

✅ Open eyes to the hidden ways we trust ourselves instead of God.
✅ Reveal the difference between spiritual survival and spiritual thriving.
✅ Show believers how to root their faith in God’s promises—not fleeting emotions or circumstances.

Every word of this sermon was crafted with love and a deep desire to ignite faith and transformation in those who hear it.

Picture yourself delivering this message to your congregation.

• Imagine their hearts stirring as they realize where they’ve been placing their trust.
• See the renewed hope, deeper faith, and lasting spiritual growth that takes root.
• Feel the excitement as they leave church more confident in God than ever before.

If you believe in the power of God’s Word to transform lives, then this is your invitation to share this message.

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