Trust is a risk we take. It can lead to heartbreak, sure, but it also brings about deeper intimacy and connection. When we risk a little vulnerability, we see that someone is trustworthy, and so we can risk again. Eventually, each little moment can add up to a deeper relationship and an abiding trust with other people and with God.

For reflection:

• What have your experiences of trusting been like? Positive? Hurtful?

• What have you learned about trust in your relationships with people?

• What have you learned about trust in your relationship with God?

• Do you want to trust more deeply?

• Maybe we could take a little time and talk to God about trust and pray for what we need.

• Maybe we could take a little time to hold in our prayer all those who are in need of peace and safety. How is God calling you to make this world a little safer for people and creation?

  
  
  

You can read this reflection on the Providence Podcast here!

By Sister Leslie Keener, CDP

Sister Leslie Keener, CDP is the director of God Space, a community-building spirituality ministry in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. She’s a Sister of Divine Providence with a Masters in Ministry and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction and Retreats from Creighton University. She directs retreats, meets with people for spiritual direction, and serves as the vocation director for her community. She also serves on the Coordinating Council of Spiritual Directors International. She enjoys music, dancing, and meaningful conversations.