Vietnam Evangelical Covenant Church – With so much discouraging news, we seem to live in a world with little optimism. We long for peace in the world, yet we face political, national and partisan problems. Even so, in the face of suffering we should not lose hope for a good day to come. The Apostle Paul described this in these verses:
“I consider that our present sufferings are not comparable to the glory that will be revealed in us. The creation waits in eager expectation for the revelation of the sons of God. For the creation was subjected to futility, not by its own will, but because of the One who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God.”
– Romans 8:18–21 (BSB)
Keep hoping: God is at work to bring peace to our world. Let’s look together at Bible verses about hope that help you keep your hope in Him.
Whatever the wording of different translations, the meaning is the same: the hope of believers rests not on circumstances, but on God Himself and the promises He has made.
10 Bible Verses That Bring Hope
1. Romans 12:12
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.”
– Romans 12:12 (BSB)
Hope in God goes hand in hand with patience and prayer. It is not a passing feeling but a way of life.
2. Colossians 1:4–5
“because we have heard about your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all the saints—the faith and love proceeding from the hope stored up for you in heaven, of which you have already heard in the word of truth, the gospel.”
– Colossians 1:4–5 (BSB)
The faith and love of believers are rooted in the hope stored up for them in heaven.
3. 1 John 3:3
“And everyone who has this hope in Him purifies himself, just as Christ is pure.”
– 1 John 3:3 (BSB)
Those who hope to see the Lord will want to live pure lives starting today.
4. 1 Thessalonians 1:3
“and continually recalling before our God and Father your work of faith, your labor of love, and your steadfast hope in our Lord Jesus Christ.”
– 1 Thessalonians 1:3 (BSB)
Paul mentions three treasures of the church: faith, love and steadfastness in hope.
5. Psalm 43:5
“Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.”
– Psalm 43:5 (BSB)
The psalmist speaks to his own discouraged soul: put your hope in God.
6. Psalm 71:14
“But I will always hope; I will praise You more and more.”
– Psalm 71:14 (BSB)
Though age and circumstances change, believers still choose hope and praise God every day.
7. Hebrews 6:19
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain.”
– Hebrews 6:19 (BSB)
Hope in God is like an anchor that keeps a boat steady amid the waves.
8. 2 Corinthians 3:12
“Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.”
– 2 Corinthians 3:12 (BSB)
A sure hope gives us freedom and boldness to testify about God.
9. Romans 8:25
“But if we hope for what we do not yet see, we wait for it patiently.”
– Romans 8:25 (BSB)
Hoping for what is not yet seen requires patient waiting, but it is never waiting in vain.
10. Job 11:18
“You will be secure, because there is hope; you will look around and lie down in safety.”
– Job 11:18 (BSB)
Those who have hope can rest in peace, knowing the future is in God’s hands.
Holding On to Hope in God
God became man; Jesus came into this world as a child to bring us hope, freedom, forgiveness, love and new life. Hold on to hope, and don’t let today’s bad news put out your joy. Experience the true joy of a good future waiting for us through the assurances of Scripture.
Remember:
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
– Isaiah 9:6 (BSB)
When your heart is discouraged, choose one of these ten verses, read it slowly and turn it into your own prayer. Hope in God is often renewed in moments like these.
Lord, give me unshakable hope in You, even when the world around me is full of uncertainty. Help me become someone who brings hope to those around me. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Article: Thiên Lộc
Adapted from: www.christianpost.com
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