Introduction
Memory Text: “Now
hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our
hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us” (Romans 5:5, NKJV).
It is easier
to understand hope when things are blossoming but how about when things are not
so good. We set ourselves up for disappoint because when we misunderstanding
who God is, we may sometimes feel that God should be predictable and
understandable but God is never against us, He is God and so His ways are far
from ours.
Why is it usually wrong to presume that the what happens to us is the only
thing that matters?
It is usually wrong because usually there is a slightly
larger picture than just what happens. Habakkuk lamented of the tribulation
that was befalling him, however when God made him to see the larger of picture,
what would happen in the future, He praised God.
Why is it more important to know who God is rather than what God is going
to do?
The understanding that we know so little gives so much hope
and encouragement. After the questions that God asked Job, Job realized that He
knew so little about who God is and he worshipped God. Our hope can find
security only in a Being much greater than ourselves.
What reasons for hope does Isaiah 41:8-14 give the people waiting eagerly
for future deliverance?
The reason for hope amidst what should be fears is that God
is with them, and He will take “ ‘hold of your right hand’ ”.
In Jeremiah 29:1-10, what are the three important sources of hope worth
highlighting?
First, God tells His people that they should not give up
hope, because their situation was intentional (Jer. 29:4, NIV). Second, God
tells His people that they should not give up hope, because He can work with
even their present difficulties (Jer. 29:7, NIV). Third, God tells His people
that they should not give up hope, because He is going to bring an end to their
exile at a specific time (Jer. 29:10, NIV).
What do the sources of hope in Jeremiah 29:1-10 teach us?
God always has a plan for us, and no matter the situation we
can always trust in Him for hope.
What is the source of discipline according to Hebrews 12:5-13?
The source of discipline is from God.
What is our response to discipline according to Hebrews 12:5-13?
Our response should be subjecting to God’s chastening
What is the goal of discipline according to Hebrews 12:5-13?
The goal is that we may be partakers of His holiness.
In Conclusion,
The strong anchor of the soul is hope and without it we are
of all men most miserable. This is why God does not leave us without hope even
when we had sinned the great hope was given to us. I pray that God gives us the
right understanding so we can have hope in Him to save us from whatever
crucible we may be in Jesus’ name.
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