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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 carry, and it's easy to lose sight of the possibility of hope in the darkest of times. But I firmly believe that hope is not something that can be killed or abandoned. In fact, it's precisely in those moments of despair that we need hope the most. The Bible reminds us that even in the midst of suffering, there is always hope. As Christians, we have the promise of eternal life, a new creation free from tears and grief, and a God who never lies. This hope is anchored in reality, not just a fleeting feeling or a wishful thinking. It's a hope that's rooted in the character of God, who is sovereign, wise, and powerful. When we face hopelessness, we need to remind ourselves of this hope and partner with God to bring it to fruition. As I look back on my own life, I've experienced my share of disappointments and setbacks. But through it all, I've learned to hold onto hope. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we've had our fair share of ups and downs. But we've always found a way to hold onto hope, even when things seemed darkest. And as a father, I've seen my children, Joshua and Rebecca, face their own struggles with hopelessness. But with prayer, support, and a reminder of God's love and promises, we've been able to help them find hope again. It's a fragile thing, but it's a gift that can sustain us even in the darkest of times.
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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