Hope

HOPE

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Romans 15:13

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."

Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 42:11, Lamentations 3:21-23, Hebrews 6:19, Isaiah 40:31

INTRODUCTION

There was once a man who had lost everything—his job, his home, and even his friends. Life felt empty, and he was on the verge of giving up. One evening, as he sat in despair, he opened his Bible and read Romans 15:13. Something stirred in his heart. For the first time in a long while, hope was rekindled. He realised that his story was not over because God had a plan for him.

Life often brings seasons of pain, delay, and uncertainty, but as believers, we are never without hope. Hope is our anchor in the storms of life. It is the confidence that God’s promises will come to pass, no matter how things look.

Let’s explore the power of hope in God.

1. HOPE IN GOD’S PROMISES

God’s Word is filled with promises of a better future, restoration, and victory. When life seems dark, we can hold on to these promises.

Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a future and a hope."

God never forgets His promises. What He has said concerning your life will surely come to pass.

Hope in God means trusting that His plans are good, even when we don’t understand the process.

Are you struggling with doubt? Stand on God’s promises and be encouraged.

2. HOPE IN TIMES OF TROUBLE

There are times when life feels overwhelming—when prayers seem unanswered, and trials seem unending. But hope reminds us that God is still in control.

Lamentations 3:21-23 – "Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail."

Even in pain, we must remember God’s past faithfulness and know that He will come through again.

Hope helps us to endure and keep pressing forward, knowing that a better day is coming.

Are you facing challenges? Don’t give up—your story is not over yet!

3. HOPE ANCHORS THE SOUL

When a ship is caught in a storm, its anchor keeps it from drifting. In the same way, hope keeps us steady in the storms of life.

Hebrews 6:19 – "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure."

Hope keeps us from being shaken by life’s troubles

It reminds us that God is working behind the scenes, even when we can’t see it.

Have you been feeling discouraged? Hold on—your anchor of hope will keep you firm!

4. HOPE BRINGS JOY AND STRENGTH

Hope is not just wishing for something better—it is the confidence that God is faithful. This confidence fills our hearts with joy and strength.

Psalm 42:11 – "Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Saviour and my God."

Hope produces joy, even in the waiting season.

It gives supernatural strength to keep going.

Do you need fresh strength? Put your hope in God, and joy will flood your heart.

5. HOPE IN GOD BRINGS A GLORIOUS FUTURE

Hope in God is not in vain—it leads to a future of glory, breakthrough, and divine fulfilment.

Isaiah 40:31 – "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."

Hope lifts us from despair and sets us on the path to divine fulfilment.

Those who hope in God never end in shame—they always rise in victory.

Are you waiting for a breakthrough? Rejoice, because God is bringing you into a glorious future!

CONCLUSION:

No matter what you are going through, hold on to hope. God’s plans for you are greater than your present struggles.

Are you weary? God will renew your strength.

Are you facing challenges? God is working all things for your good.

Does your future seem uncertain? God has already gone ahead of you.

Your hope in God will not fail. Keep trusting, keep believing, and you will see His faithfulness!

PRAYER POINTS

1. Lord, fill my heart with hope, even in difficult times.

2. Father, renew my strength as I trust in You.

3. Lord, help me to hold on to Your promises and never give up.

4. Father, let my hope in You produce joy and strength in my life.

5. Lord, let my hope in You lead to a glorious testimony.