Lesson given by St. Basil the Great:

“The halcyon is a seabird that nests by the shore, laying its eggs in the sand, and bringing forth its’ young in the middle of winter when the sea beats against the land in violent and frequent storms. But during the seven days to hatch its young- all winds sink to rest, and the sea grows calm. And as it then is in need of food for its young ones, the most beautiful God grants this little creature another seven days of calm: that it may feed its young. Since all sailors know of this, they this time the name of the 'halcyon days.'
These things are ordered by the Providence of God for the creatures that are without reason, that you may be led to seek of God the things you need for your salvation. And when for this small bird he holds back the great and fearful sea, and bids it be calm in winter, what will he not do for you made in his own image? And if he should so tenderly cherish the halcyon, how much more will he not give you, when you call upon him will all your heart?”

Question: How do you practice complete trust in God?