16 Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father,
who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal comfort and a wonderful hope,
17 comfort you and strengthen you in every good thing you do and say.
2 Thessalonians 2:16-17 (NIV)
PRAYING SCRIPTURE:
Thank You, Lord, for Your boundless love for me.
You promise me in this verse that my ultimate source
of HOPE & ENCOURAGMENT is from You through Your grace.
Help me to remember this promise always.
And help me to live into the HOPE that only You can provide,
rather than putting my hope in the things of this world
that will only lead to disappointment.
Your HOPE is not fickle or fake; it is not limited or dwindling.
Your HOPE is filled with Your deep love for me;
filled with the promise of eternal life with You, as a result
of the death and resurrection of Your one and only son Jesus on my behalf.
Your HOPE reminds me that I am free from the chains of my sin
through Your forgiving mercy and grace.
Your HOPE gives me comfort and encouragement knowing
that I am seen, known, and worthy as Your created child.
Your HOPE promises that I am never alone
through the mountains and valleys of my life.
Your HOPE is true…lovely…reliable…steady.
You, Lord, are my Guide and source of strength.
You, Lord, are my Provider and Leader.
You, Lord, are my Savior, Comforter, and HOPE-giver!
Amen and Thank you, Jesus.
QUESTIONS TO PONDER:
- Where have you placed your hope in the past besides our God?
- What were the results?
- Did you find these sources to be reliable and trustworthy? Why or why not?
- What are the changes you are able to make in your life to move your hope to Jesus and the One True God?
Hugs and blessings, Sweet Circle,
Stacy
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