Resting Assured in Him

“Rest assured,” He told me this morning, as worries tried to choke out my trust in Him.

“Rest assured,” He tells me at noontime when another challenge arises.

“Rest assured,” He says in the middle of the evening when busyness tries to drown out His voice.

“Rest assured,” He whispers as night falls, and my breath steadies in sleep.

But what does it truly mean to “rest assured” in our Savior, Jesus Christ?

What Does “Rest Assured” Mean?

The phrase “rest assured” conveys confidence and certainty. It assures the listener that something is true or will come to pass. To “rest assured” means to be confident, without worry or doubt.

One of the things I miss most about my dad is his unwavering assurance. Whenever I was afraid or overwhelmed, I knew exactly where to find him—either in his office at church or his home office. No matter what he was doing, he always welcomed me with an endearing, “Hey, baby cakes!” or “What’s going on, dolly?” I miss those words more than I can say.

I would pour out my heart, sometimes hesitantly, but he would always listen patiently, ask a few thoughtful questions, and then offer the best gift of all: assurance.

His assurance meant, “I’ve got this. I’m going to take care of it. Everything will be okay.” He’d often seal it with a big hug and say, “It’s going to be okay, baby cakes.”

Since my dad went to heaven, I have deeply missed that fatherly assurance—his listening ears, his patient questions, his loving words, and the security of his embrace. I miss hearing, “It will all be okay, baby cakes.”

The Assurance of Our Heavenly Father

I know I was blessed to have a dad who reflected the love of Christ. Not everyone has that. But even with that foundation, I now find myself searching for assurance—something to steady me when life feels uncertain.

When trials come, I often look to myself for answers. And let me tell you, I am sorely lacking in self-assurance! Anyone else? When we rely on our own limited resources—our mindset, talents, finances, or abilities—we often come up empty.

But Jesus Christ, the Savior of the universe, comes to us in every moment—morning, noon, evening, and night—and whispers, “Rest assured, I am with you.”

If we take time to sit with Him, pour out our concerns, and listen, He may not give us all the details of how things will unfold. But He does say, “Rest assured, it is in My hands. Rest assured, you are in My hands.”

Do we need to know more?

When my dad assured me that he would handle something, I rarely asked for a step-by-step plan. His word and his hug were enough. Can we learn to trust God that way? He wants us to.

“I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:20)

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18)

How Resting in His Assurance Changes Us

1. It Builds Confidence
   When we focus on ourselves, all we see is lack. I don’t have enough resources. I’m not smart enough, strong enough, or capable enough.
   This kind of thinking leaves us discouraged, hopeless, even distraught. But when we trust in the Lord’s promises, we can stand firm in the confidence that He is faithful.
   “God is not a man, that He should lie… Has He said, and will He not do it?” (Numbers 23:19)
   

2. It Helps Us Relax
One of the best things about my dad’s assurance was that it allowed me to relax. I could hand over my problem, knowing it was taken care of. I didn’t need to follow up or remind him—he was on it.
Jesus is the same. When He promises to take care of something, we can let go and trust.
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7)

Not sure if you can trust Him yet? Talk to Him. He can handle your honesty, your doubts, even your anger. Bring your questions to Him and be prepared for His love to meet you in the midst of them.

3. It Nourishes Us, Even in Hard Times
Think of Jesus in the wilderness. He was hungry, physically weak, and surrounded by the enemy’s lies.
Did you know that the enemy loves to show up when we are most vulnerable? He whispers doubts: You can’t trust God. He won’t come through for you. He isn’t who He says He is.
But Jesus responded with the Word of God, and the enemy fled. Immediately, angels came to minister to Him. (Matthew 4:11)
When we stand on God’s Word, we too will be nourished and strengthened.
“The thief comes only to steal, kill, and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” (John 10:10)

A Prayer for Resting in His Assurance

If you need to take hold of God’s assurance today, pray with me:

Lord, I submit everything I am and everything I’m facing to You. It is too much for me to handle alone. When I look at my own strength, I grow discouraged. But I turn to You now. You promise that when I draw near to You, You will draw near to me. I come as a child to a loving Father, trusting that You freely give what I need. I receive Your whisper: “Rest assured, I am with you.” Help me to walk in confidence, to relax in Your presence, and to be nourished by Your Word as I wait on You. I know You are faithful, and I choose to trust You. Amen.

Blessed Assurance

Let’s close with a song that has encouraged generations:

“Blessed Assurance, Jesus is mine!“

Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine;

Oh, what a foretaste of glory divine!

Heir of salvation, purchase of God,

Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood.   This is my story, this is my song,

Praising my Savior all the day long.

This is my story, this is my song,

Praising my Savior all the day long.

Perfect submission, perfect delight,

Visions of rapture now burst on my sight;

Angels descending, bring from above

Echoes of mercy, whispers of love.

Perfect submission, all is at rest,

I in my Savior am happy and blest;

Watching and waiting, looking above,

Filled with His goodness, lost in His love.

We can rest assured that He is with us. Even in our darkest moments, He carries all that concerns us—and He carries us, too. What a wonderful Savior!

Until next time,

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