In lieu of an abstract, below is the essay\u27s first paragraph.
Faith, like religion, is not impossible to define, but somewhat difficult to group into a single fixed description. There are no laws that require a person or a group of people to have faith; therefore faith comes from our own personal choices and happenings in life. Based on my own experiences in life so far, faith has been a pivotal part when it comes to my outlook on life and my trust in others as well as in myself. Faith also plays a leading role when it comes to my sister, Idia. Having a family member with a mental disability undeniably creates numerous challenges in life, but faith makes it somewhat more manageable and easier to be hopeful about the future
