
The Spiritual Father's Guidance - Orthodox (Proverbs 3:5-6)
In Orthodox tradition, believers often have a spiritual father—a trusted guide for the soul's journey. This isn't replacing trust in God but embodying it: God guides through the wisdom of elders. "Lean not on your own understanding"—but don't lean on isolation either.
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