“If it can be verified, we don't need faith... Faith is for that which lies on the other side of reason. Faith is what makes life bearable, with all its tragedies and ambiguities and sudden, startling joys.”
— Madeleine L'Engle
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“If it can be verified, we don't need faith... Faith is for that which lies on the other side of reason. Faith is what makes life bearable, with all its tragedies and ambiguities and sudden, startling joys.” — Madeleine L'Engle. How do you find strength when life doesn't make logical sense? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇✨
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Life often presents us with moments that defy logic—profound heartbreaks, unexplained miracles, and the quiet, breathtaking beauty of everyday existence that we simply cannot explain away with facts and figures. Madeleine L'Engle's timeless words remind us that faith is not about having all the answers; rather, it is the courageous bridge we cross when reason alone is no longer enough to carry the weight of our human experience. It is the invisible anchor that holds us steady through unimaginable tragedies, helps us navigate life's confusing ambiguities, and allows us to fully open our hearts to those sudden, startling joys that catch us completely off guard. Embracing this kind of faith transforms how we journey through the unpredictable seasons of life. Instead of demanding certainty from a world that rarely offers it, we learn to lean into trust, finding profound peace in the unknown. Let this quote serve as a gentle reminder to release your need for control and instead embrace the quiet strength that lives just beyond reason. When the path ahead feels dark or overwhelming, remember that faith is the very thing that makes this beautiful, messy human life not only bearable, but deeply, miraculously worth living.
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