Belief, faith or trust - which one do we need?
By 
Rev Dr David Instone-Brewer2025-09-26T16:30:00
Bible translators are increasingly favouring the word ‘trust’ to describe our relationship with God. David Instone-Brewer explains why
Have you ever heard someone say that they really want to believe but can’t? They might comment that they envy your faith and wish they had it. They may know a great deal about Christianity, but their knowledge doesn’t translate to belief.
Personally, I’m full of doubts about everything. The internet is a boon to me, but it’s also made me more sceptical. I’m very conscious that it’s necessary to check new information with reliable sources before I believe it.
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