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Lesson 110: Proverbs 3—“Trust in the Lord”
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Proverbs 1–4; 15–16; 22; 31; Ecclesiastes 1–3; 11–12: Lesson 110

Proverbs 3

“Trust in the Lord”

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Sometimes it can be hard to trust in the Lord. As we get to know Heavenly Father and the Savior better, we realize that everything They do is for the benefit of Their children. In other words, Their actions are always wise and purposeful. Instead of relying on our own limited understanding, we can choose to trust Them. This lesson can help you put your trust in them.

Study the Scriptures

Think about who you would be most willing to trust:

  1. To give you a ride home late at night.

  2. With your money.

  3. To give you advice on who you should date or marry.

  4. To teach you about Jesus Christ and how to follow Him.

a group of youth line up and do a trust activity

What qualities would someone need for you to trust them?

Read Proverbs 3:5, pondering what it means to you. What is a situation in your life right now where you feel you need to trust the Lord more than yourself?

As you study the scriptures today, look for what you learn from the Holy Ghost that helps you put your trust in the Lord.

note iconRead Proverbs 3:5–6. In a note next to the verses, complete following statement:

  • “If I … , then the Lord will …”

In the same note, answer one of the following questions:

  • What do you think it means to trust in the Lord “with all [our] heart” (verse 5)?

  • What do you think it means to trust in the Lord over our “own understanding” (verse 5)?

doctrinal mastery iconProverbs 3:5–6 is a doctrinal mastery passage. Consider tagging doctrinal mastery passages with the topic they teach so you can find them easily later. Memorize the reference and key scripture phrase, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; … and he shall direct thy paths.” Use the first letters of each word to help you memorize the key scripture phrase: “TITLWATH … AHSDTP.” Say the phrase out loud until you have it memorized.

Review the following study options. Complete one or more.

Option A

What does it look like to trust the Lord?

Sister Bonnie H. Cordon, former Young Women General President, taught:

Sister Bonnie H. Cordon

Jesus Christ has overcome the world. And because of Him, because of His infinite Atonement, we all have great cause to trust, knowing that ultimately all will be well.

… [E]ach of us can trust in the Lord and lean not. We can center our lives on the Savior by coming to know Him, and He will direct our paths. (“Trust in the Lord and Lean Not,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 9)

tag iconRead the following scripture passages, looking for why you would want to trust in the Lord instead of your own understanding. Tag each passage as “trust God” or use another tag of your choice.

Ponder which of the Lord’s qualities help you trust Him—even when His counsel might go against your own understanding.

If available, watch “Trust in the Lord: Music Video” (4:11). You may also look up the lyrics of the music video to find phrases that help you want to trust in the Lord.

4:11

share iconDiscuss the following question with a family member or friend:

  • When have you or someone you know trusted in the Lord instead of your own understanding? How did He help or guide you?

Option B

How can the Lord’s correction help increase my trust in Him?

mark iconRead Proverbs 3:11–13, looking for a reason you should put your trust in God. Mark what you find. Why would this increase your desire to trust Him?

Elder D. Todd Christofferson of the Quorum of the Twelve taught:

Elder D. Todd Christofferson

“Paul said of divine correction or chastening, “For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth” (Hebrews 12:6). Though it is often difficult to endure, truly we ought to rejoice that God considers us worth the time and trouble to correct.

Divine chastening has at least three purposes: (1) to persuade us to repent, (2) to refine and sanctify us, and (3) at times to redirect our course in life to what God knows is a better path.” (“As Many as I Love, I Rebuke and Chasten”, Ensign or Liahona, May 2011, 98)

link iconRead and link Hebrews 12:6 to the phrase “For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth” in Proverbs 3:12.

If available, watch “Trust in the Lord” (3:30). Look for reasons people choose to trust in the Lord.

3:30

notebook iconIn your notebook, create a list of at least three reasons you trust in God or why you want to put your trust in Him. Include what you learned in Proverbs 3 as well as your own experiences.

Share Your Thoughts

Lesson Purpose: To help you put your trust in the Lord.

share iconShare one or more of the following with your teacher or class:

  • The discussion you had with a family member or friend about trusting the Lord.

  • The list of reasons to trust God and insights from Proverbs 3.

  • Something specific you did to achieve the purpose of this lesson.

  • Any questions this lesson raised for you. How will you try to find answers to your questions?