Faith as an integral dimension of theology and psychology

The chapter undertakes an analysis of faith as a phenomenon occurring in both theology and psychology, pointing to its significance for understanding humanity. The author discusses faith in its anthropological dimension (an act of human will recognizing unproven reality) and religious dimension (relationship with God). Arguments are presented for the scientific nature of theology despite the lack of empirical verifiability of certain religious truths, taking into account theological methodology and the contributions of thinkers such as Thomas Aquinas and John Paul II. The chapter also critically examines selected assumptions of contemporary psychology, questioning widespread beliefs regarding positive thinking, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and the importance of ambitious goals, showing that many elements rest more on faith than on verified research. The author demonstrates that both theology and psychology draw from elements of faith, and both areas share a common research field based on trust. The proposed perspective combines reflection on the scientific nature of both disciplines with a pragmatic criterion – human welfare, emphasizing their possible complementary coexistence.