 “O Israel, hope in the LORD; for with the LORD there is mercy, and with Him is abundant redemption.” Psalm 130:7
Hope is a wonderful thing. It is not a wishful thinking like a Christmas or birthday gift that may never appear. Hope is based upon a truth that cannot change. It carries with it an assurance of something coming to pass. For the Christian we have hope, not wishful thinking. We have hope in our salvation through the blood of Jesus Christ (Hebrews 6:18-19). We have hope in Jesus’ soon return and our glorification (1 John 3:3). We have a hope that doesn’t disappoint (Romans 5:5). It’s not based upon a “maybe if you’re a good boy or girl” (like Santa). It’s not based upon a “possibly if He’s in a good mood today” (like a grumpy grandpa). Nor does it come from a “there’s a slight chance today” (like a weather man). It is not changed by politics or people. It is not hindered by circumstances or situations. No, our hope is secure and solid, based upon His eternal and unchanging character. It is birthed in His eternal truth, wrapped in His love, extends mercy to all, and is effective to redeem every lost soul. Jesus has given us hope, because He is our hope. What a wonderful song of hope we have to sing to the LORD today! Have you lost sight of the hope that has been given to you through Jesus? Have you been bogged down with the cares of this life that you’ve lost focus? Lift your eyes once again to Him, who is your hope, and thank Him with a new song of hope from your own heart. Pastor Jesse
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8/13/2018 02:04:04 am
Hope really is a wonderful thing, but it is also the stage in where you will doubt your faith in a specific thing. It is based on truth and yes, some people undergoing into challenging part in order to test their faith. Some of the leaders said that hope is the beginning of wisdom. At some point, they are true about that and has a point. I always have hope in what God planned for me and step by step, it became true. 11/10/2018 10:25:36 pm
I think I have written so many books about popular beaches all over the world. I hate to say this but I feel I have lost interest in going somewhere lately. I wanted to see something different. I feel the places had been talking to me and nagging me. They keep asking when am I going to visit them again. Now I am so afraid of what lies ahead. They are starting to act like middle aged women and it's really scary. 12/4/2018 03:45:56 pm
Worship songs really are useful to make your faith become stronger. You will also have those hopes up in every situation you are going into. God makes the lives of each other in a really mysterious way. I do hope that everyone has their own and effective way on how to solve the problems. I believe that God does not give problems that we cannot undergo. We just have to stay strong, be positive and always pray whether it is painful or a happiness. 1/15/2019 12:32:00 am
Isn't it wonderful to pray for the Lord. Aside from you are praising the Lord, you have the chance to know yourself more. i do not why, but whenever I attend Church service on Sundays, I feel really blessed and happy. I guess that serving the Lord and also helping others to be closer to him is such an honor that you will always feel the peace in your heart. God really works mysteriously and I appreciate everything he gave me whether it is sad or happy one. Leave a Reply. |
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