Litany of Trust
The Sisters of Life
The Litany of Trust was composed by Sr. Faustina Maria Pia of the Sisters of Life. Crafted in the form of a litany, it encourages us to bring before the Lord the parts of our hearts where we struggle, inviting a deeper trust in Him.
Litany of Trust
Invocation
From the belief that I have to earn Your love
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the fear that I am unlovable
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the false security that I have what it takes
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the fear that trusting You will leave me more destitute
Deliver me, Jesus.
From all suspicion of Your words and promises
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the rebellion against childlike dependency on You
Deliver me, Jesus.
From refusals and reluctances in accepting Your will
Deliver me, Jesus.
From anxiety about the future
Deliver me, Jesus.
From resentment or excessive preoccupation with the past
Deliver me, Jesus.
From restless self-seeking in the present moment
Deliver me, Jesus.
From disbelief in Your love and presence
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the fear of being asked to give more than I have
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the belief that my life has no meaning or worth
Deliver me, Jesus.
From the fear of what love demands
Deliver me, Jesus.
From discouragement
Deliver me, Jesus.
That You are continually holding me, sustaining me, loving me
Jesus, I trust in You.
That Your love goes deeper than my sins and failings and transforms me
Jesus, I trust in You.
That not knowing what tomorrow brings is an invitation to lean on You
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You are with me in my suffering
Jesus, I trust in You.
That my suffering, united to Your own, will bear fruit in this life and the next
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You will not leave me orphan, that You are present in Your Church
Jesus, I trust in You.
That Your plan is better than anything else
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You always hear me and in Your goodness always respond to me
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You give me the grace to accept forgiveness and to forgive others
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You give me all the strength I need for what is asked
Jesus, I trust in You.
That my life is a gift
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You will teach me to trust You
Jesus, I trust in You.
That You are my Lord and my God
Jesus, I trust in You.
That I am Your beloved one
Jesus, I trust in You.
How to Pray the Litany of Trust
Step 1: Begin in the Sign of the Cross
Start by saying, “In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.” This simple gesture grounds your prayer and invites God’s presence.
Step 2: Center Yourself in Silence
Take a brief pause to quiet your mind. Recognize that you are standing in the presence of God and open your heart to His love and guidance.
Step 3: Pray the Litany Slowly and Reverently
Read through the full text of the Litany of Trust with care, allowing each line to resonate deeply. Let the words guide you into surrender and reliance on God’s wisdom.
Step 4: Personalize Your Prayer (Optional)
After the litany, you may add your own intentions—whether for your personal growth in trust, for loved ones, or for any specific need.
Step 5: Close in the Sign of the Cross
End your prayer as you began, affirming your faith and entrusting yourself fully to God.
The Origin of the Litany of Trust
The Litany of Trust was inspired by Sr. Faustina Maria Pia of the Sisters of Life. Facing moments of uncertainty and inner struggle, she sought God’s help to deepen her trust. Guided by the Holy Spirit, she began writing down her fears and hopes in the style of the Litany of Humility, which led to the creation of this heartfelt prayer. Since its composition, the Litany of Trust has touched millions worldwide, offering comfort and courage in times of need.
When to Pray the Litany of Trust
This prayer is especially powerful during times of anxiety, fear, or uncertainty. Each line speaks uniquely to your heart—often highlighting the areas where God is inviting you to place deeper trust in Him. Whether you pray it daily or during challenging moments, the Litany of Trust can help cultivate a steady and abiding confidence in God’s presence and love.