As a pastor of a local evangelical church, I've seen my fair share of people struggling with hopelessness. When everything seems to be falling apart, it's natural to wonder if hope is just a fleeting dream that will eventually disappear. But I firmly believe that hope is not something that's lost, but rather something that's rooted in our relationship with God. Even in the midst of despair, we can cling to the promise that God is with us, and that He will put things right.
For me, as a Christian, hope is not just a feeling, but a choice. It's a choice to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when things don't make sense. It's a choice to remember that He is a God of redemption and restoration, and that He can take the broken pieces of our lives and make something beautiful out of them. My wife, Susan, and I have been married for 19 years, and we've faced our share of challenges. But through it all, we've learned to hope in God's goodness, and to trust that He will bring us through the tough times.
As I look at my children, Joshua and Rebecca, I'm reminded of the importance of hope. Even in the midst of disappointment and frustration, they still hold onto hope for a better tomorrow. And as a parent, it's my job to help them see that hope is not just a feeling, but a choice. It's a choice to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when things seem darkest. So, to answer your question, yes, you can still have a sense of hope when everything seems to be falling apart. It's a choice that requires faith, trust, and perseverance, but it's a choice that can bring us through even the toughest of times.