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What is the role of trust in a world of uncertainty and chaos?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've come to realize that trust is a fundamental aspect of relationships. When we trust someone, we're not just trusting their words or actions, but also their character and intentions. In marriage, for example, trust is built over time as we come to know each other's patterns of life and behavior. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and I can attest that trust has been a crucial element in our relationship. We've learned to trust each other's love and commitment, even in the midst of uncertainty and chaos. But trust is not just limited to personal relationships. In a world of uncertainty and chaos, trust in a higher power can be a source of comfort and strength. As a Christian, I believe that trust in God is rooted in knowledge of His character and promises. When we trust in God, we're not just trusting in His existence or power, but also in His love and goodness. This trust is not blind or naive, but rather it's based on a deep understanding of God's nature and our relationship with Him. In fact, trust in God can be likened to a marriage. Just as a couple commits to each other in marriage, trusting in God requires a similar commitment. We must trust in His love and goodness, even when we don't understand what's happening. This trust is not just about feeling secure or comfortable, but about having a deep sense of confidence in God's character and promises. As the Bible says, "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" (Proverbs 3:5-6).
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warranted christian belief
alvin plantinga
systematic theology
wayne grudem
depression
edward welch
christianity and the nature science
j p moreland
basic christianity
john stott
christianity and liberalism
j gresham machen
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
elemental theology
emery bancroft
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