Living Faith: Anabaptist Lens Principles for Daily Life

Proverbs 3:5-6 beckons us to trust in the Lord with all our hearts and to lean not on our own understanding. This wisdom is not just an abstract principle; it is a living, breathing call to action in our daily lives. Imagine a busy mother, juggling work, home, and community commitments. Each day, she faces decisions that weigh heavily on her heart—should she take that promotion, or focus more on being present for her children? Should she join that service project, even if it means stretching her already limited time?

In these moments, she is confronted with the choice to lean on her own understanding, which may lead to anxiety and isolation, or to trust in God’s guidance. This is where our Anabaptist tradition offers a beautiful reminder: faith is not merely a personal journey but a communal experience. Surrounding herself with a community of believers, she finds the space to share her burdens, seek counsel, and pray together.

As she navigates these everyday crossroads, she learns to recognize the gentle nudges of the Holy Spirit. She may find that taking the promotion allows her to bless the community with her gifts, or that stepping back from the workplace opens her heart to deeper family connections. Trusting God isn’t about having all the answers; it’s about opening ourselves to transformation through relationships—with God and with one another. This is the everyday faith of the Anabaptist journey: leaning into God’s wisdom, embracing community, and finding purpose in even the ordinary moments of life.