Friday, April 3, 2009

Question for April 3rd: What Gives You Faith?

What Gives You Faith?

Each week we will post a question for you to consider and, if you would like, share your response.
These questions have no pat answers...some may lead to more questions. But asking is how we grow. Be sure to check out others' responses as well. May your journey always be guided by the companionship of the Holy Spirit.

Here's my response to this week's question:
My faith is nurtured and sustained by the people around me who trust God in tough times and give God the credit in good times. For me, faith is not a belief system (although we need those too), but rather the glue of my relationship with God. Any relationship requires a confidence and trust that you are "in this together". And my life experiences tell me that I have not been alone in the past...which gives me confidence that the same will hold true for the future.

Pat Engel
Diaconal Minister
Epworth United Methodist Church

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