Hope
- The man sat on the park bench with his head resting in his hands. There was a look of dejection about him. His sturdy work boots were worn through, and his jacket was frayed at the seams. He was alone on that cold winter day.
- The young lady picked up her lunch tray and looked around. Who should she sit with today, or rather, who would sit with her? Fearing that nobody wanted her company, she went to a table in the corner. A sigh, an inward groan, another day was half over. She had lived with rejection and abuse… first from her family, now from her friends and schoolmates. Was there any escape?
- Midnight passed, then one, two, three o’clock as the sleepless man tossed on the hotel bed. In a few hours he would be expected to entertain the crowd, draw out their emotions, and bask in their laughter and admiration. But why the restlessness? This was not the way it was supposed to be. He had attained fame and fortune but had no peace of mind.
- She lay motionless, pain etching furrows across her brow. It had started years ago with a loss of feeling in her toes, then her fingers. Now her arms and legs were useless, and communication was down to a whisper. She lived under a heavy cloak of depression. What purpose was there in living? Oh, for someone to understand and care!
These and many other situations befall humans of every nationality and culture. Many people, young and old, face health issues that have no cure. Terminal illness claims the lives of many every year. The lack of food, water, clothing, and adequate housing are very real circumstances that trouble millions of people.
Many people have rejected God to pursue earthly relationships and tangible goals. This leaves the body and soul restless and empty. Often people blame God for their troubles. Broken dreams, failed marriages, financial ruin, abuse, rejection, drugs, and alcohol contribute to the depression and suicide in the world today.
In the beginning God created a perfect world. He enjoyed a close relationship with Adam and Eve, the first people of his creation. Satan, the enemy of God, soon came into the Garden of Eden and tempted them to disobey God. Because of disobedience, their fellowship with God was broken. Satan is the cause of sin and unrighteousness. Jesus said of him, “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy” (John 10:10). You and I are the objects of Satan’s wrath, and he wants to destroy our body and soul in hell.
Jesus is the answer! He is our hope! He took our sins upon Himself, dying on the cross of Calvary so that our relationship with God could be restored. This renewed relationship with God will give us hope. Jesus said, “I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep” (John 10:10-11). Jesus invites all people, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11: 28).
Jesus wants us to believe in Him. As we repent and confess our sin, God hears our prayers. He forgives us and adopts us into his family. God blesses his children with the abiding presence of the Holy Spirit. “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7).
God’s forgiveness sets us free. Trusting God brings peace to our heart and mind. Life takes on a new meaning and purpose. Whatever our situation in life, we have hope! This hope will see us through the storms and tests of life. “Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ” (Titus 2:13).
Jesus
A Friend For You
A Savior For You
Is There A God?
The Love of Jesus
The One And Only True God-Do You Know Him?
The Birth of Christ
The Answer For You-Peace and Calmness to Replace your Fear and Unrest
God’s Gift: The Christmas Story
The Power of the Resurrection
Listen! Who is That Calling You?-Is it an Enemy or a Friend?
Search for God—How Can I Find Him?
The Look That Healed
Christian Life
A Happy Home-A Little Community Within Itself
Escape From Despair
Abiding in God's Grace-His Free and Unmerited Favor
Free from Fear
God's Wonderful Plan of Salvation
Teach Us To Pray
The Answer to Your Problems
The Room
Entertainment, Amusements, Fun-What Does God Say?
What about Drugs, Alcohol, and Immorality?
What Is It All About?
Peace, Freedom, and Happiness
Why Must I Suffer?
The Hidden Cry
Sincere but Mistaken
How Honest Are You?
Life Worth Living
Are You Saved? Do You Know?
A Challenge to Choose Rightly-Dare to Be a Daniel
Love-An Essential Need in the World Today
Characteristics of the Self Life-Measure Yourself
Alcohol-Have You Counted the Cost?
The Best Story To Know
The Powers of Darkness
Christ’s Peaceable Kingdom on Earth
The Responsibility of Parents
The Church-The Fellowship of True Christian Believers
Peace of Mind in a Troubled World
Christianity-What Is It?
Evidence of Personal Salvation
Gambling: Gain or Loss?
Have You Heard—It’s for You!
How to Get Out of Prison
Ye Must Be Born Again
Are We To Judge?
Forgiveness
The Christian's Manner of Dress
A Biblical Guide to Salvation-Fill your Heart with Peace Today
Deliverance From Tobacco—Say Goodbye to Smoking
Profanity—What is It?
Just a Little Drink Why Not?
The Sin of Immorality
Repentance—Door of Mercy
What Must I Do to be Saved?
Which Road Shall I Take?
The Seed of Sin
The Heart of Man
The Way of Peace and Nonresistance
The Book For You
Hope
Future Life
Are You Safe?
Heaven—Your Future Home?
The Battle of Your Soul
Your Life - Recorded
Eternal Salvation
Forty-Eight Hours In Hell
Eternity
After Death-What Happens When I Die?
Jesus Is Returning Soon
A Home For You
Hell-What Does The Bible Teach?
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