Read Proverbs 3:5-7
5 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
7 Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil.
Discussion
Explain that these scripture tell us not to “lean unto [our] own understanding.” This means that when Heavenly Father asks us to do something, we should listen to Him and not think that we are smarter than Him.
Activity
Get some unstable things to lean on, such as a piece of paper, a broom, etc. Explain to your children that we don’t often know everything or see situations the same way that God does. When we don’t trust God and do what He asks us to do, it can be as helpful as trying to put our hand on a piece of paper, broom, etc. to hold us up.
When we trust in the Lord, it can be like relying on a wall to hold us up. A wall is strong and steady, just like the Lord.
Discuss
These scriptures also talk about acknowledging Him in all our ways. What does this mean? This means that when Heavenly Father prompts us with thoughts or feelings of what we should do, we should always be ready to listen to him and obey these spiritual promptings. It is also important that when we receive these promptings and follow what they say, we remember to thank Him for guiding us and recognize His hand in our lives.
How can we show that we trust in the Lord with all our hearts?
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