December 30th, 2024
by Tom Bragdon
by Tom Bragdon
The Power of Hope - 12/29/24
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” – Hebrews 6:19
Do you ever feel like Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh? He’s that gloomy donkey who’s always expecting rain or a forgotten birthday. Sometimes, life can feel like that for us too—filled with disappointment or struggle. But God has something far better in store: hope.
Paul reminds us in Romans 8:18 that “the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” In other words, no matter how tough things get now, God has a beautiful plan for our future. We’re waiting for something incredible—His promises to come true.
So, what is hope? It’s not just wishing for the best. Hope is trusting that God is working, even when we can’t see it. It’s like an anchor that keeps us steady in life’s storms.
Think of Abraham. He was 100 years old and still waiting for a child, but he chose to believe God could do the impossible. Or Hannah, who prayed through her heartbreak and trusted God with her deepest desires. They faced challenges, but they didn’t lose hope because they knew God was faithful.
Life might feel uncertain—your prayers unanswered or your heart heavy—but Jesus encourages us in John 16:33: “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Hope isn’t about ignoring life’s problems; it’s about facing them with faith. Keep praying. Keep believing. Trust that God’s timing is perfect.
Let hope guide you today, and remember, the best is yet to come!
-Tom Bragdon
Do you ever feel like Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh? He’s that gloomy donkey who’s always expecting rain or a forgotten birthday. Sometimes, life can feel like that for us too—filled with disappointment or struggle. But God has something far better in store: hope.
Paul reminds us in Romans 8:18 that “the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” In other words, no matter how tough things get now, God has a beautiful plan for our future. We’re waiting for something incredible—His promises to come true.
So, what is hope? It’s not just wishing for the best. Hope is trusting that God is working, even when we can’t see it. It’s like an anchor that keeps us steady in life’s storms.
Think of Abraham. He was 100 years old and still waiting for a child, but he chose to believe God could do the impossible. Or Hannah, who prayed through her heartbreak and trusted God with her deepest desires. They faced challenges, but they didn’t lose hope because they knew God was faithful.
Life might feel uncertain—your prayers unanswered or your heart heavy—but Jesus encourages us in John 16:33: “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Hope isn’t about ignoring life’s problems; it’s about facing them with faith. Keep praying. Keep believing. Trust that God’s timing is perfect.
Let hope guide you today, and remember, the best is yet to come!
-Tom Bragdon
This devotion came from a summary of the Morning Worship Sermon on 12/29/24, to watch the Full Sermon on this topic, simply follow the link below.
Disclaimer:
This devotion was created with the assistance of ChatGPT, an AI language model developed by OpenAI. While every effort has been made to ensure the content aligns with biblical principles and spiritual values, readers are encouraged to consult scripture and seek personal guidance for their faith journey.
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