Several quick scriptures today:
2 Chron 15:7 “But as for you, be strong and do not
give up, for your work will be rewarded.”
Gal 6:9 “Let us not become weary in doing good,
for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
2 Cor 4:1 “Therefore, since through God’s mercy we
have this ministry, we do not lose heart.”
Religions have always talked about the importance of hope,
but now science is confirming it. People
who express hope fight disease more effectively, endure suffering better, stave
off depression better, and are more effective at maintaining
relationships. In short, hope is more
than an ideal; it’s a critical life skill.
Also, hope isn’t just something we have or we don’t. There are things we
can do that regularly produce hope in us.
Prayer - Praying about my daily struggles and concerns helps
me realize that God is at work in all of them and that gives me hope.
Reading/Learning – You all know that I read a lot. I try to read 50 books and countless
magazines, blogs, and other publications every year. I tell you that not to brag. I read so much
because nothing helps produce hope in me like learning new stuff. I get that not everyone likes reading like I
do, so if you’re one of those, there are other ways to learn new content – TED
talks, YouTube videos, podcasts, audiobooks, etc. The point is to be always learning.
Tomorrow, I’ll talk about some more hope-producing habits. I HOPE you all will start conversing some
more about these. I, personally, love
hearing your comments. It helps me to feel more connected now that we’re
separated. If nothing else, at least hit
a reaction button to let me know you read it.
I love you all.
Prayer: Dear God, You
are our ultimate source of hope, but help us develop habits that cooperate with
the hope-building in us. Amen
Prayer Focus: Pray
for people going through big life transitions right now.
Song: Song of Hope
(Heaven Come Down)
No comments:
Post a Comment