Most of the time we trivialize hope. We hope that it won’t rain. We hope that our car will not break down. We hope that our friend will not frustrate us today. All these hopes are good, but far less than what real hope can deliver to us. Romans 15:13 says, “May the God ofContinue reading “Power of Hope”
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Hope With Joy and Peace
No Means to Steer
We are all familiar with the story of Noah and the ark. God told Noah to build an ark in the middle of the wilderness. God gave Noah specific instructions on how to build it, what materials to use, and what the dimensions must be. However, God didn’t give Noah any means of directing theContinue reading “No Means to Steer”
God of Hope
Released in Power
Sometimes I have something to say, but it seems to get caught up within me somehow and I am unable to say it. Emotions can be the same way. They may well up within me but I am not able to express them or accurately express them. Romans 15:13 says, “May the God of hopeContinue reading “Released in Power”
God of Hope
Sources of Joy
Two sources of joy came together for me this week. In the first, we are going to watch our grandson play in the state high school all star football game tonight. The joy is not in the pride of our grandson’s achievements, but rather in watching him enjoy something that means a lot to him.Continue reading “Sources of Joy”
Reluctant Retiree 