"Life of Faith" by H.H. Pope Shenouda [Part 3]
Jun 22, 2025 • Fr Matthias Shehad
Continuing from chapter 2, in Part 3, Father presents an in-depth exploration of the concept of faith as taught by His Holiness Pope Shenouda in his book “ Life of Faith”. The multifaceted nature of faith emphasizes that it is much broader than mere belief in God or acceptance of biblical truths. Faith encompasses trust in God’s promises, including those not yet realized, trust in the invisible workings of the Holy Spirit, and trust in God’s presence through trials and challenges. Using biblical examples such as Noah, Abraham, and St. Peter, the talk highlights how faith involves believing in God’s promises even without tangible evidence, enduring suffering with patience and joy, and acknowledging that God’s ultimate blessings surpass human understanding.
Faith is not a blind optimism or a guarantee of specific outcomes but a deep trust in God’s goodness and power, even when circumstances seem difficult or confusing.
This talk also covers the role of faith in the sacraments such as baptism, Eucharist, and confession, underscoring the need to perceive these as real spiritual encounters rather than mere rituals.
Further addresses the degrees and kinds of faith, recognizing that faith grows over time and varies in strength and maturity.
This series encourages believers to persevere in faith, live it out through works, and develop a spiritual vision that sees beyond the physical into God’s invisible presence and power……..
Faith is not a blind optimism or a guarantee of specific outcomes but a deep trust in God’s goodness and power, even when circumstances seem difficult or confusing.
This talk also covers the role of faith in the sacraments such as baptism, Eucharist, and confession, underscoring the need to perceive these as real spiritual encounters rather than mere rituals.
Further addresses the degrees and kinds of faith, recognizing that faith grows over time and varies in strength and maturity.
This series encourages believers to persevere in faith, live it out through works, and develop a spiritual vision that sees beyond the physical into God’s invisible presence and power……..