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Discover the profound impact of hope on the Christian journey. Hope is more than wishful thinking—it brings joy, perseverance, boldness, comfort, and protection. Explore its role in evangelism, purification, and stability, anchoring believers in faith and resilience.
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The Christian’s Hope
What Is Hope? • Hope is not just “wishful thinking”. Hope is (1) expectation plus (2) desire. • Hope “does not disappoint” (Rom. 5:5, NASV)! Let’s see what it will do for the Christian!
What Will Hope Do For Us? • Joy in life (Rom. 5:2; 12:12; 15:13) • Perseverance in times of trial (Rom. 5:4-5; 8:24-25) • Boldness to speak out (2 Cor. 3:12)
What Will Hope Do For Us? • Comfort in death (1 Thess. 4:13) • Protection from the devil (1 Thess. 5:8) • Stability in difficult times (Heb. 6:18-19)
What Will Hope Do For Us? • Reason to evangelize (1 Pet. 3:15) • Purification from sin (1 Jn. 3:3)