Hope

What is hope?  The Bible tells us as Christians that we should be ready always to give an answer for the hope that lies within us.  Again I would ask what is hope?

Hope in the Biblical sense is not the innocent, anxious hope of a child coming up to their birthday or Christmas.  Hope for the Christian is a calm expectant desire, that is peaceful and reassuring.

When we enter into a relationship with Christ we have access to His immeasurable grace and the riches of Heaven.  Though we may be asked to live in a sinsick, deteriorating world we know there is more.  Because of this hope we carry on, we serve for the greater good, and we look to bring others into the fold.  It does not prevent us from messing up or making mistakes, but does point us in the right direction to right our course. 

Do you hold this hope within you?  If not does it sound more appealing than hopelessness and uncertainty?  Open your Bible, visit your local church or find a spiritual mentor to help you gain the Christian hope that helps us overcome the world.