Hope’s Letter to Every Child of God

Do you enjoy receiving an encouraging letter from a friend or loved one? My hand’s raised. What if you received hope’s letter encouraging you in life and spiritual areas as God’s child?

Nowadays, a letter via text or email is more common than snail mail. But regardless of how we receive the message, the content matters most.

Even the Bible contains letters written to God’s people and intended for us today. In fact, God’s Word from Genesis to Revelation contains words from God for our hearts.

So what encouraging words do you need today about hope? Maybe hope in Christ or hope for the future or hope in your present circumstances.

Hope’s letter is for you, God’s child.

A Letter of Unwavering Hope

God’s child, 

The heavenly Father gave me to you as a gift; a stable, certain, and secure hope. I never waver based on circumstances, people, or opinions. You see, in an uncertain world, I’m an undeniable hope, an unshakable anchor for your soul. 

But you possess the choice to hold fast to the confession of your hope without wavering, for God who promised is faithful (Hebrews 10:23). Because Christ lives in you, a glorious hope also resides in you (Colossians 1:27).

Hope’s Letter for Identity

When Jesus lives in you through the Holy Spirit, He brings me near. So hope’s not around the corner, off in the distance, on the other side of glory, or something you muster up in your own power. Jesus’ followers hope in Him—the hope above all hopes.

Hope describes your identity in Christ. Therefore, your Christian ID card contains descriptive terms: Beloved, heir, saint, chosen, forgiven, and free. You are the picture of hope.

Know who you are.

Faith-filled Hope

No matter how many valleys you walk through. Or, how far life takes you away from green pastures or the promised land. I’m with you every step of the way. So in the valleys, never give up hope. 

Instead, walk in authentic faith and hope believing the Good Shepherd cares for you. He works behind the scenes and brings His Word to pass at the right time. Even it it doesn’t match the way you hoped it would all turn out. And although your fears and doubts try to haunt you at times. God often works in ways you cannot understand on this side of heaven.

Hope’s Letter of Grace

Though you suffer for the sake of righteousness, you are blessed when you honor Christ as holy and Lord in your heart. Yet, stay prepared to give the reason for your hope to anyone who asks (1 Peter 3:13-14). 

Prepare your mind for action by setting your hope fully on Jesus, a living hope, the grace brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ (1 Peter 1:3,13). 

Because one day you will see; hope was always coming.

Hope for the Waiting

Even if the world falls apart and dark clouds hijack sunny days. When you wait on life to start looking up, you wait forever. Instead, look up to the Lord, your hope lies in Him (Psalm 39:9).

The drive-through window of life remains understocked with real hope. But the only hope worth waiting on rests in the Lord—straight from the ample, fully-stocked windows of heaven. 

Because those who hope in the LORD and wait on Him renew their strength, soar like eagles, run without growing weary, and walk without being faint (Isaiah 40:31).

Hope’s Letter of Comfort

You never grieve as those without hope. You will see loved ones in Christ who went to heaven (1 Thessalonians 4:13).

Pain, grief, loss, hurt, and brokenness. There’s hope in every one. So, let go of every hurt, every loss, and every painful experience and memory. Then, lay it at the feet of Jesus.

You are never far from hope. In tragedy, hope’s there. During dark moments, hope covers with light. And hope soars above despair.

Sincerely, Hope

What part of Hope’s letter resonated most with you?

Last week we discussed how We Need Jesus More Than Ever.

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