Hope

Hope is the antidote to discouragement. The best source of hope is God’s word. One of the scriptures that gives me a great reminder and is simply stated… “Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.” (Romans 12:12 NLT)

This really requires us to hinge our belief that God KEEPS His word. The Bible says He is ready to perform it, so we have to decide if we are going to wrap ourselves deep into what we’re seeing and experiencing OR trust God’s word. And boy…the flesh sure makes what seems like an easy answer hard to put into action…but we have to! 

When I’m going through something I research scriptures which comfort and reassure me. Yet, they also correspond to what I am hoping for according to His promises.  A great example…let’s say you are believing God for a financial miracle to resolve a situation of sorts…a nice scripture reference for comfort and assurance is, “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19 NLT)

Think it through, envision further in this example- God is supplying whatever the need is…in His time…as His word says He will! I do this each time I’m becoming discouraged, I secure some quiet time and do my homework in the Bible. The way it’s written it prepares us for each of life’s hurdles. Next time you’re overwhelmed and need comfort, go back to the Word. You will experience more peace and it will make it easier to endure the wait. Don’t worry, He sees us, stay encouraged. 

Nikkie💕