Romans 5:3
And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;Read the whole chapter →
HOPE
When You Need Hope Again
Christian hope is more than positive thinking. It is anchored in God’s character, Christ’s resurrection, the Spirit’s presence, and the promised renewal of creation.
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Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.Read the whole chapter →
1 Peter 1:3
Blessed [be] the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,Read the whole chapter →
Revelation 21:5
And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.Read the whole chapter →
A PRACTICAL NEXT STEP
Do one faithful thing today.
Ask God for enough hope to take the next faithful step, not a guarantee that every circumstance will immediately change.
Then choose one action small enough to do today: make the call, write the apology, ask for help, read the chapter, make the appointment, set the boundary, review the budget, or simply tell one trustworthy person what is actually happening.
GUIDED STUDY
Born Again: Foundations of the Christian Life
The new birth, sin and grace, the cross, repentance and faith, assurance, and new life in Christ.
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Read one chapter of John each day and follow Jesus from the opening testimony through the resurrection.
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