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Your Question:
Can I still find hope in the darkest of times?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen my fair share of people struggling with hopelessness. It's a heavy burden to bear, and it can be debilitating. But I want to tell you that there is hope, even in the darkest of times. 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. We could not be loved more than we are right now, and there are tastes of heaven available even now. It's easy to get caught up in the cycle of hope and despair, but I want to encourage you to look for the realities that can sustain your hopes. Pray for eyes to see, and ask God to show you the beauty and goodness that surrounds you. As Christians, we have a hope that is anchored in a God who never lies, a God who promises eternal life and a new creation free from tears and grief. This hope is not just a feeling or a wish; it's a reality that we can cling to, even in the midst of suffering. As a father of two teenagers, I've seen my share of disappointments and setbacks. But I've also seen the resilience of hope. My son Joshua and daughter Rebecca have faced their own struggles, but they've learned to hold onto hope, even when things seem darkest. And I've seen the same thing in my congregation. People who have been through unimaginable pain and suffering have found hope in the midst of it, and it's given them the strength to keep going. So I want to leave you with this: don't give up on hope. It's worth holding onto, even when it feels like everything is falling apart.
Sources:
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
depression
edward welch
old testament theology
waltke
historical adam
stanley gundry
.from creation to the cross
albert bayliss
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
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