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Your Question:
How can I keep my hope alive when everything is going wrong?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with hopelessness, especially when everything seems to be going wrong. But I want to remind you 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. You see, hope is not just a feeling; it's a choice. It's a choice to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when things don't make sense. And I want to remind you that God will never leave you, nor will he put you in a situation where a sinful response is the only way out. He's always with you, guiding and directing you. So, even when everything seems to be falling apart, you can be optimistic because of God's promises. As someone who's been through my own share of struggles, I can attest to the fact that hope is a muscle that needs to be exercised. It's not always easy, but it's worth it. So, I encourage you to persevere, to seek God even in the midst of despair. Ride on someone else's hope if you need to, and let them tell you about their confidence in Christ. And always remember, hope is distinctly human, and it's what makes us fully alive.
Sources:
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
depression
edward welch
no doubt about it
winfried corduran
historical adam
stanley gundry
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