Leo Tolstoy exhibits confidence in God and astonishing acts of kindness through his character Martin. In a state of grief at the loss of his only son, Martin begins to read the Gospels. Without questioning the evidence for God’s existence or other significant verification he chooses to place his trust in God wholeheartedly. Similar to not doubting God’s existence he also does not doubt God’s goodness despite the immense difficulties in his own life. “If God willed that your son should die and you should live, it must be best so”(Tolstoy 85/2). Martin transforms into a strong Christian who helps the people around him as if he were helping Jesus. Tolstoy strongly implies that Christians are to take an active role aiding others, “Inasmuch
