Wednesday, April 9, 2014

A to Z Blogging -- H is for Hope

Hope

Paul said, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
Romans 15:13

What are you hoping for today? An easy day at work? Spring to get here and stay? A shorter to-do list?

Or are you hoping for something much more important, like the restoration of a broken relationship, relief from financial stress, or the return of health in yourself or someone you love?

Look at the Lord’s track record—He has kept every single promise He ever made. He offers us, through the Holy Spirit, hope; hope that gives us joy and peace. Of course we hope for things here on the earth—health, financial stability, relationships. But because of sinfulness in the world we will probably never have everything we hope for.

However, even in difficult times here on earth we can find true joy and deep, abiding peace because we do believe in Him. We believe in God the Father, who made the heavens and earth, who made us, and who blessed us with His Son, Jesus, who came to earth, died, and rose again. Jesus conquered death so that we have, by the power of the Holy Spirit, the absolute hope, the absolute knowledge that we will live in heaven, our true, eternal home, with Him.

What are you hoping for today? Pray about that hope, knowing that “…for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose.” (Romans 8:28)


(I’m also blogging the A to Z Challenge at Home is Where the Mom Is , where you’ll find some put-to-use-right-away tips for Health, Steps to Improving Yours.)

Remember to comment on this post or any other post between now and Saturday at midnight to be entered to win the gift basket pictured below! 

4 comments:

  1. Hope is my one word for this year. I also chose to focus on Romans 15:13 as my verse of the year. So I have really soaked up reading your post today. #oneword365 #myoneword #verse2014
    Mary visiting from The View from my World

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    1. They are beautiful words, aren't they? They apply to so many situations. The Bible never ceases to amaze me in that way! Thank you so much for sharing, and God's blessings to you!

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  2. I just found your blog and will be returning a lot! Anything for that inspirational boost!
    And thank you for this lovely giveaway...I hope I made it in time!
    Wow...you had quite an experience on your trip. So glad you made it home safely.
    hugs,
    in Christ
    Teresa in California
    http://amagicalwhimsy.blogspot.com/
    tscat@sbcglobal.net
    It's funny...sometimes I forget if my email is .net or .com! I know it is .net...
    ; )
    Have a blest rest of the day!

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words! I pray that my words will inspire and encourage readers so it means a lot that you commented. The winners of the gift basket will be announced this evening! Check back to see if you are one. God's blessings to you as well!

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