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Your Question:
How can I keep my hope alive when everything is going wrong?
Answer:
As a pastor and a husband, I've seen my fair share of struggles and disappointments. But I've also learned that hope is not just a feeling, but a choice. When everything seems to be going wrong, it's easy to give up on hope. But I want to encourage you to persevere, to keep seeking God even in the midst of despair. Remember that God is always with you, and He will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5). He will never put you in a situation where a sinful response is the only way out (1 Corinthians 10:13). As a Christian, I believe that our hope is not just a wishful thinking, but a confident expectation that God will work all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). We can be optimistic about our future because we know that God is in control, and He has a plan to prosper us, not to harm us (Jeremiah 29:11). When we face disappointments and setbacks, we can remember that they are not the end of the story. God is always working to bring good out of our struggles, and He will ultimately bring us to a place of joy and celebration. So, how can you keep your hope alive when everything seems to be going wrong? First, seek God with all your heart. Pray for eyes to see the realities of heaven that are available to you now. Read Scripture, and let the promises of God encourage you. Surround yourself with people who have hope and confidence in Christ, and let their stories inspire you. And most importantly, remember that God is always with you, and He will never give up on you. Keep hoping, keep seeking, and keep trusting in God's goodness and love.
Sources:
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
depression
edward welch
no doubt about it
winfried corduran
historical adam
stanley gundry
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