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Can I still have hope when I've lost everything?
Answer:
As I reflect on the question, "Can I still have hope when I've lost everything?" I'm reminded of the many struggles that people face in life. It's easy to lose hope when dreams crash and disappointments mount. But as a pastor, I've seen time and time again that hope is not just a feeling, but a choice. When we fix our eyes on Jesus, the One who is invisible, we begin to see that even in the midst of suffering, there are realities present that can sustain our hopes. I think of the many people who have come to our church, feeling hopeless and defeated. But as they begin to see the love and care of God, they start to experience a glimmer of hope. It's not a hope that is based on circumstances, but on the character of God. And that's what I want to encourage you with today. Even when you've lost everything, God is still present, still loving, and still working. He may not have fixed the problems you're facing, but He is with you, and that's something to hold onto. As I look back on my own life, I've experienced my share of disappointments and setbacks. But through it all, I've learned to trust in God's goodness and faithfulness. And I've seen that same hope in my wife Susan and our children, Joshua and Rebecca. They've faced their own struggles, but they've learned to put their hope in God, and it's given them a sense of peace and purpose that they wouldn't have otherwise. So, yes, I believe you can still have hope when you've lost everything. It's not always easy, but it's always possible when you fix your eyes on Jesus.
Sources:
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
depression
edward welch
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
.from creation to the cross
albert bayliss
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
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