


How to Have Hope
"The Lord answers you in times of distress; the name of the God of Jacob defends you!".”
Psalm 20:2
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The assurance we receive from God is that we will never be abandoned, regardless of the difficulties we face or the despair that may arise. Our Eternal Father sees all that we endure and understands our struggles and sorrows. It brings great comfort to realize that through prayer, we can reach out and receive His loving peace, encouragement, and strength to persevere. 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, and I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." (ESV) Matthew 28:20 "Teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age" (ESV)
We are encouraged to understand that we possess the strength to overcome every obstacle that comes our way and to emerge from each trial with a renewed perspective. Even though there is an awareness of our struggles and the pain we endure, we must hold onto hope, for there is a promise of new beginnings in every one of our journeys. Indeed, there is an understanding of our needs that transcends our own awareness, knowing them even before we voice our desires. Isaiah 65:24 “Even before we call on Him, the Father has already begun to provide all that we need.” Psalm 20:2 "The Lord answers you in times of distress; the name of the God of Jacob defends you!"
Expressing gratitude for the abundant blessings received and holding steadfast to the assurances provided will renew our hope. Furthermore, when we establish a connection with the God, transformation occurs in our lives, leading us to uncover the most profound path for our journey. This is due to the fact that his methods and wisdom transcend our own, leaving us unable to grasp their entirety. On a similar note, there is an understanding of the reasons behind the occurrences in our lives and a belief that we are never placed in a situation that we cannot manage. Furthermore, we are encouraged to release our worries and instead embrace a spirit of hope, regardless of the situations we find ourselves in. Isaiah 55:9 "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts." Psalm 16:11 "You will show me how to live the rest of my life with abounding joy in your presence and delight in your right hand."

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For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (ESV)
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Isaiah 41:10. “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
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Psalm 46:1. “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
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2 Corinthians 12:9. “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
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Psalm 34:17. “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles.”