- 20.03.2025
From Naïve Trust to Absolute Faith: A Journey of Spiritual Maturation
The beginning of the spiritual journey is often shrouded in naive forms of trust, similar to the faith of a child, where emotions overshadow awareness. However, as one ages and gains experience, the depth of true trust is revealed when a person makes the conscious decision to follow a higher authority. In making such a choice, one moves beyond superficial acceptance, reaching a stage where trust becomes absolute and complete, as exemplified by Abraham’s action, which illustrates profound, calm, and unlimited respect for God. This is not merely an emotional reaction, but the result of a fusion of inner confidence and choice, contributing to the formation of mature faith. Ultimately, the path from initial, partial forms of trust to a conscious and absolute belief demonstrates that true faith requires time, reflection, and a willingness to take responsibility for one’s convictions.