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Your Question:
How do I find hope in a hopeless situation?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with hopeless situations, and I've learned that it's in those moments that we need to remind ourselves of the truth of God's Word. The Bible tells us that on this side of the cross, misery persists, but the scales are tipped in favor of joy. The King is seated, and the celebration has begun in heaven. This truth gives me hope, even in the darkest of times. To find hope in a hopeless situation, we need to pray for eyes to see the realities that are present now. We need to look back and strain ahead, trusting that God is working in us, even when we can't see it. The Bible says that He will never leave us (Heb. 13:5) and will never put us in a situation where a sinful response is the only way out (1 Cor. 10:13). These promises give me hope, and I encourage others to hold onto them as well. Hope is a skill that develops over time, and it's also a corporate venture that needs the reminders of the body of Christ. That's why I encourage people to commit themselves to a church where the story of God's love and redemption is told, and to seek opportunities for daily reminders of that story. When we remember and meditate on God's story, we begin to see that hope is not just a feeling, but a choice we make to trust in God's goodness and promises, even when things seem hopeless.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
.from creation to the cross
albert bayliss
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