Someone then says, “All hope is lost!” I would like to really evaluate that statement. Is “all hope” REALLY lost? Where does your hope come from? Where do you find rejuvenation and an encouraged spirit? Where do you anchor your soul?
Finding Thankfulness in My Past, Present, and Future
You are not the only one who struggles with a specific temptation. You cannot find victory on your own. God will enable you to be victorious, as you call on Him for strength, and make the hard decisions to obey God in the small choices of life. You can choose to be thankful that God is working IN you and FOR you even during times of temptation.
COMFORT: 5 Places We Can Find Comfort
Do we see how much Jesus loves us? He initiated a love relationship with us (I John 3:16; 4:10, 19). He is ready to forgive us. He is plenteous in mercy and full of compassion to us (Psalm 86:5). He is faithful to us (Lamentations 3:22-23). The Good Shepherd is the One who consistently strengthens my relationship with Him. The Good Shepherd is the One who is always good…no matter what.