Hope
Summary
Biblical hope is confident expectation in God—anchored in His character and promises, especially the resurrection of Christ.
What the Bible teaches
Hope does not disappoint because of God’s love. Believers hope in everlasting life and wait patiently for what is not yet seen.
Key passages
Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
Translation: KJV
Romans 5:5
And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.
Translation: KJV
Hebrews 6:19
Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil;
Translation: KJV
Practical application
Recall God’s past faithfulness, speak hope aloud from Scripture, and keep serving while you wait.
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