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The Ebb and Flow of Hope: Understanding the Struggle

It's normal to feel like you're losing your sense of hope with each passing day. Hope is a skill that develops over time, and it's also a corporate venture that needs the reminders of the body of Christ. When we're going through tough times, it's easy to feel like we're the only ones struggling. But the truth is, hope is a journey, and it's one that requires practice, patience, and perseverance.

The Nature of Hope

Hope is a distinctly human experience. It's what gives us the ability to look forward to the future, to dream big, and to trust in a better tomorrow. But hope can also be a double-edged sword. When our hopes are crushed, it can lead to despair and hopelessness. This is because hope is often tied to our expectations, and when those expectations aren't met, it can be devastating. However, it's essential to remember that hope is not about getting what we want, but about trusting in a God who is good and sovereign. As the psalmist says, "God has determined that many good things come through perseverance" (Psalm 30:5).

The Risk of Hope

Hope is indeed risky. The more we invest in our hopes and dreams, the greater the chance of being let down. But this doesn't mean we should give up on hope altogether. On the contrary, it means we need to learn to hope in a way that's grounded in faith, not in our own strength or expectations. We need to learn to trust in a God who is bigger than our circumstances, who is good even in the midst of pain and suffering. As the Bible says, "Hope deferred makes the heart sick" (Proverbs 13:12), but it's also true that "every hope or dream of the human mind will be fulfilled if it is noble and good" (Psalm 37:4). So, even when our hopes seem to be experiencing disappointment, it simply means they're being purified. Let's not give up on hope, but rather, let's learn to hope in a way that's rooted in faith, and trust that God is working everything out for our good. (Romans 8:28) ,

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