A thriving and flourishing life requires strong faith in God and His promises. Placing our faith in God provides clarity that our human experience cannot provide. When we stray outside of God's boundaries and choose to solely rely on our strengths or earthly possession, values, and expectations, we set ourselves up for disappointment and bitterness. Hence, if we want to enjoy the abundance and success of our Heavenly Father's promises, we must trust in God and have faith that He is still on the throne (Psalm 47:8). When we entrust our future to the Giver of all things good, we shall rest assured that our future is secure, not only for today but for all eternity. The Christian life is one of faith because God is always in control! 1 John 5:4