As I write this I think of the many people around the world who may read this blog. I have traveled to some of these countries. Interestingly, the cry for hope is the same regardless to culture, race or language.
God offers hope to a dying world. He hears the cries of those who desire Him. He will stop at nothing to make Himself known to them. And to the believer who may be sinking under the weight of burdens too heavy to bear, He holds out hope as a sure foundation that supports us.
We are not a people given over to despair but strengthen by His hope that will produce eternal results. Hebrews 11:1 says, "Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see." (NLT).
As I write I was stirred to share a word of hope to a man in Russia. I don't know who you are but for some reason the Lord has put you on my heart.
After a long, hard day at work, you come home. You slump down in a chair to catch your breath. Your eyes glance about the aging walls lined with a few photos - happy days long gone by. Your wife appears around the corner. She is the pride and joy of your life. You can't but help to notice her smile has faded and a shadow quickly passes over her eyes. Something is wrong. She tells you a lump has been detected. Suddenly you feel the weight of the world resting on your shoulders, sinking you lower into the chair.
But God who walks through walls comes to visit you with fresh hope. He is ever present and will help you. God, we pray for healing and strength. Let Your hope quicken this dear couple!
Beloved, we must encourage each other with words of hope. Words that remind us Christ is coming back. Words that recall His faithfulness to deliver us. Words that make us rejoice that we are children of light and our God is a wonderful, glorious Father who holds out His hands to bless us.
Scripture is the substance of hope that instills in us confidence God is in control. Fear must bow to Him and despair must give way to His assurance - the God of hope is for us!
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