Hope is a valuable thing. And while hope and faith go hand in hand, they’re not the same. Faith is knowing that something will happen, even if there’s no substantial evidence. Hope is wishing something will happen. I believe that it’s essential to have both. Life is full of seemingly hopeless situations. I’ve had my fair share of “hopeless” situations. I almost gave up countless times. I remember one day, I heard my mom talking to someone about me and she said, “I can just look at her and tell that she has no hope anymore.” And she was right. I had lost sight of the power of Christ. It took me a long time, but I finally realized that scripture gives us plenty of reasons to have hope, no matter the situation.
1. Ephesians 1:18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you… One thing that jumps out at me from this verse is the fact that hope isn’t always easy to find. It’s not always right in your face. Sometimes, you have to really look deep. Jesus has called us to have hope. No matter what. Not only in “good” situations. In every situation, we’re supposed to open the eyes of our heart and take hold of the hope offered through Christ. 2. Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. Put simply: don’t give up on your hope. Even when times get rough. Because Jesus has promised us hope, and He is always faithful. Do not be swayed by the troubles of this world. Because the hope that Christ gives us is so much stronger. 3. Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength… Things may be tough right now, but keep your hope. God promises to give you strength through your situation. Even when you’re beaten down and tired, keep hold to your hope. The Lord will strengthen you. 4. Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” The Lord has already promised us hope. God had a plan of hope laid out for us before we were even born. All of God’s plans are good. Even if we can’t see it, we mustn’t lose sight of our hope. Hope is something that’s in short supply. We cannot get by in life without having at least a little hope. Take it from someone who’s been through a lot: hope is always there. Even if it seems like nothing will ever get better, remember that there is no such thing as hopeless.
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It’s no secret that our world is going through a scary time right now. Millions of people are sick, and hundreds of thousands have died. It can be really easy to become scared or anxious during this time. I’m sure a lot of you are probably worried about you or someone in your family getting sick. And while I understand that fear wholeheartedly, Jesus commands us 365 times in the Bible to not fear. We have eternal security in Christ. We need not fear the things of this world. As I said, there are 365 “do not fear” scriptures in the Bible. But today, I’m going to give you a few of my favorite. Here are ten reasons why you shouldn’t be afraid or anxious; even during a pandemic.
1. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. 2. Isaiah 345:4 …be strong, do not fear; your God will come… 3. Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. 4. John 14:1 Do not let your hearts be troubled… 5. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go 6. Luke 12:22 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life…” 7. Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8. John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you….Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. 9. 1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 10. Psalm 23:4 Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. This post was relatively short, but I feel like the scriptures speak for themselves. Our world is suffering from a deadly crisis right now, but we can have peace and security through Christ. |
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