Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.

"Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God." These wise words spoken by Corrie Ten Boom carry a deep spiritual truth about faith, trust, and the uncertainty of life. In a world where the future is always uncertain, where we are often faced with the unknown, the call to trust in something greater than ourselves offers both comfort and strength. Ten Boom's words encourage us to face the future not with fear or anxiety, but with faith in the known—a divine presence that has guided humanity through the ages. The unknown may be daunting, but when we place our trust in a higher power, we are empowered to walk boldly into the future.

In the ancient world, the idea of trusting in a higher power was central to the way people navigated their lives. The Greeks, for example, believed that the gods guided human destiny, and while they did not always reveal their full plans, there was a sense of trust that fate and the divine would lead them in the right direction. In times of great uncertainty, they sought solace in the wisdom of the gods, who represented order and justice. Just as they trusted the gods, so too does Ten Boom urge us to place our trust in God—the eternal, unchanging presence that knows the path ahead, even when we cannot see it.

Consider the biblical story of Abraham, who faced an uncertain future when God commanded him to leave his homeland and journey into an unknown land. Abraham, despite the uncertainty and fear he must have felt, chose to trust in the promise of a greater future. His faith in God was the foundation of his journey, and it is through his trust that he became the father of nations. Abraham’s story teaches us that even when the future is shrouded in mystery, placing our trust in the divine leads us to a life of purpose and fulfillment. In much the same way, Ten Boom’s words invite us to face the unknown with the same faith and courage.

The story of Job in the Old Testament offers another powerful example of trusting God through unimaginable hardship. Job was a man who lost everything—his wealth, his family, his health. Yet, through it all, he never lost his trust in God. Even as he questioned his suffering, he held on to the belief that God’s plan was greater than his understanding. Job’s faith was not blind or passive; it was an active, living trust that carried him through his darkest days. In the end, Job’s story is one of restoration, showing us that even in the face of the unknown, faith in a higher power can lead us through times of trial to eventual peace and clarity.

In modern times, we too face a world filled with uncertainty. The rapid pace of change, the global crises we face, and the unpredictable nature of life can leave us feeling vulnerable. Yet, Ten Boom’s words remind us that even in the midst of chaos, we are not alone. When we place our trust in something greater than ourselves—whether through spiritual faith, community, or inner strength—we can face the unknown future with courage. The stories of the past, whether ancient or modern, show us that trust is a powerful tool in navigating the uncertainties of life. It is not a call to passivity, but a call to action grounded in faith.

The lesson of Ten Boom’s quote is simple yet profound: while the future may be unknown, trust in a higher power can bring us the peace and strength needed to face it. Just as the ancient heroes and the great figures of history placed their trust in the divine, so too must we recognize that our journey is part of a larger plan. God—however we understand the divine—offers us the steady presence that will guide us when we feel lost, and the wisdom to walk boldly toward the future.

In practical terms, this means embracing faith not as a passive surrender, but as an active decision to trust in the unfolding of life. It requires cultivating a mindset that releases the fear of the unknown and places our hopes in the hands of the divine. Whether in times of personal struggle, unforeseen challenges, or opportunities for growth, we must trust that the future, though uncertain, will unfold as it is meant to. Let us take action with courage, knowing that, as we trust in a known God, the path ahead, though veiled in mystery, will be one of meaning, purpose, and eventual fulfillment.