The Ministry of Life - Part V - Hope

A Covenant of Hope

There is little in this world that is more devastating to the human heart than hopelessness. Those shrouded in hopelessness have difficulty climbing out of bed in the morning. Life loses all meaning in the face of hopelessness. Relationships die without the life-giving sustenance of hope. Material possessions become meaningless. Nothing seems worth the effort in the black abyss of hopelessness.

But because the glory of Jesus Christ is ever-increasing, never diminishing, we have an endless wellspring of hope. It's a hope that does not disappoint. It's a hope that will not fade. It's a hope that is certain. More than a hope for the future, the hope of Jesus is for today. The greatest losses of life are lessened in the light of hope. Hope of being reunited with loved ones. Hope that forgiveness follows repentance. Hope that though we do not understand the trials and tragedies of life, we are assured that each one has been sifted through our God's loving and merciful hands for a purpose... His purpose ... to further reflect His glory.

Because of the promises of His Word, we know God never wastes our pain. Because of His sovereignty we know no situation is beyond His ability to redeem it for His glory. Because of His sacrifice we can rest assured there is no sin debt that exceeds the price He paid. There is purpose in pain. There is resolution in redemption. There is freedom in forgiveness. We have hope. Hope to hold onto. Hope to share. It is what makes all the difference.