"You have already heard about this hope in the message of truth, the gospel that has come to you. It is bearing fruit and growing all over the world, just as it has among you since the day you heard it and recognized God's grace in the truth"
-- Colossians 1:5-6 / Holman Christian Standard Bible
-- Colossians 1:5-6 / Holman Christian Standard Bible
Despite God's promises, despite Christ's love, and despite our countless blessings, we can still hope from time to time. When we do, we need the encouragement of Christian friends, the life-changing power of prayer, and the healing truth of God's Holy Word. If we find ourselves falling into the spiritual traps of worry and discouragement, we should seek the healing touch of Jesus and the encouraging words of our friends. Even though this world can be a place of trials and struggles, God has promised us peace, joy, and eternal life if we give ourselves to Him. And, of course, God keeps His promises today, tomorrow and forever.
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"Hope is the power of being cheerful in circumstances which we know to be desperate" -- G. E. Chesterton
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Lord, we will place our hope in You. If we become discouraged, we will turn to You. If we are afraid, we will seek strength in You. In every aspect of our lives, we will trust You and we will place our faith in You.
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