The Heartbeat Of Hope

Three facts about hope

A. God has given us a living hope

1. God has given us new birth through Christ

2. This new birth allows us to have a living hope

3. A hope that will never perish, spoil or fade

B. Hope is more than just wishful thinking

1. Hope is based in fact – God loves you

2. Hope is based in firm conviction – God cares for you

3. Hope is based in final assurance – God wants to be with you

C. Hope can and must be a vital part of your life

1. We cannot make it through life without hope

2. Quote: "We can live forty days without food, eight days without water, four minutes without air, but only a few seconds without hope."

3. Hope is our greatest asset in life

4. Quote: Other men see only a hopeless end, but the Christian rejoices in an endless hope. -- Gilbert Beenken

What Does Hope Do For Mankind?

Hope shines brightest when the hour is darkest.

Hope motivates when discouragement comes.

Hope energizes when the body is tired.

Hope sweetens while bitterness bites.

Hope sings when all melodies are gone.

Hope believes when evidence is eliminated.

Hope listens for answers when no one is talking.

Hope climbs over obstacles when no one is helping.

Hope endures hardship when no on is caring.

Hope smiles confidently when no one is laughing.

Hope reaches for answers when no one is asking.

Hope presses toward victory when no one is encouraging.

Hope dares to give when no one is sharing.

Hope brings the victory when no one is winning.

- John Maxwell from Think on These Things –

Q – Do you feel like you hope is running out? Do you need a fresh supply of hope? God has more than you need all you need to do is ask. God has a new heartbeat for your hope!