What Does the Bible Say About Trusting People?

The Bible addresses trusting people across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.

6 verses·4 eras·5 promises

Exodus (~1400 BC)

I will walk among you, and will be your God, and you will be my people.
Leviticus 26:12· GodPromise

Life of Jesus (~30 AD)

And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself."
John 12:32· JesusPromise
The angel said to them, "Don't be afraid, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be to all the people.
Luke 2:10· AngelPromise

Early Church (~50 AD)

for I am with you, and no one will attack you to harm you, for I have many people in this city."
Acts 18:10· JesusPromise

patriarchs

As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save many people alive.
The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler's staff from between his feet, until he comes to whom it belongs. To him will the obedience of the peoples be.
Genesis 49:10· JacobPromise

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