Trust is the foundation of any meaningful relationship.
Whether in marriage, friendship, family, or our walk with God, trust strengthens bonds and fosters peace.
The Bible offers wisdom on the importance of trust, how to build it, and how to restore it when broken.
These verses provide guidance on trusting God first, leaning on His wisdom, and applying His truth to our relationships.
May these scriptures encourage you to trust with wisdom, love with sincerity, and build relationships that honor Him.
Bible Verses About Trust in Relationships
1. Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trusting in the Lord
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
2. 1 Corinthians 13:7 – Love and Trust
“It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.”
3. Psalm 37:3 – Trusting and Doing Good
“Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.”
4. Jeremiah 17:7 – Blessings of Trusting God
“But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.”
5. Matthew 6:33 – Seeking God First
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
6. Psalm 118:8 – Trusting God Over Man
“It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in humans.”
7. Colossians 3:14 – The Bond of Love
“And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”
8. Hebrews 10:23 – Holding Fast to Promises
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”
9. Romans 12:10 – Devotion in Love
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
10. Ephesians 4:2 – Humility in Relationships
“Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.”
11. Proverbs 16:3 – Committing to the Lord
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
12. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – Strength in Relationships
“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.”
13. James 1:19 – Listening and Understanding
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.”
14. Proverbs 11:13 – Keeping Confidentiality
“A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.”
15. 1 Peter 4:8 – Love Covers Wrongs
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
16. Luke 6:31 – The Golden Rule
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.”
17. 2 Corinthians 5:7 – Walking by Faith
“For we live by faith, not by sight.”
18. Romans 8:28 – Trusting God’s Plan
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
19. Philippians 2:3 – Selfless Trust
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
20. Psalm 62:8 – Pouring Out Your Heart
“Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
21. 1 John 4:18 – Trust and Fear
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment.”
22. Isaiah 26:3 – Peace Through Trust
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
23. Galatians 6:2 – Bearing One Another’s Burdens
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
24. Psalm 56:3 – Trusting Despite Fear
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”
25. Proverbs 17:17 – Friendship and Trust
“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.”
26. 2 Timothy 1:7 – Spirit of Trust, Not Fear
“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”
27. John 15:13 – Ultimate Trust and Love
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
28. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Encouragement in Trust
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”
29. Psalm 91:2 – Trusting in God’s Refuge
“I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.’”
30. Genesis 2:24 – Trust in Marriage
“That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”
31. John 14:1 – Trusting in Jesus
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me.”
Our Thoughts On What The Bible Says About Trust in Relationships
Trust is a priceless gift that strengthens relationships and fosters unity.
The Bible teaches that trust should first be placed in God, for He is unchanging and faithful.
When our relationships are built on His principles—love, humility, and faithfulness—trust grows naturally.
Forgiveness and patience help rebuild trust when it is broken, and wisdom guards against misplaced trust.
Strong relationships reflect Christ’s love, showing grace and loyalty.
In marriage, friendships, and communities, trust creates a foundation that withstands trials.
God calls us to be trustworthy, to love sincerely, and to build relationships that honor Him.
Say This Prayer
Heavenly Father, I ask for wisdom to trust rightly and for strength to be trustworthy in my relationships.
Help me place my full confidence in You, knowing that You guide my heart. Where trust has been broken, bring healing and restoration.
Teach me to love as You love, with patience and kindness. May my relationships be filled with honesty, integrity, and grace.
Let my heart be steadfast, my faith unwavering, and my trust in You unshakable.
Bless my relationships, that they may reflect Your goodness. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.