Where to find Hope Randy Binkley 10/6/2013

“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.” Romans 15:13

Jehovah shammah “I am the God who is always there” Ez. 48:35

Sources of Hope 1. His Presence is watching over me “ So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Is. 41:10 (NIV)

Sources of Hope 2. His Purpose is working in me “ And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose” Romans 8:28 (NASB)

Sources of Hope 3. His Place is waiting for me “Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you.” John 14:1-2 (NASB)

Never waste your pain I can use my pain to… »draw closer to God »draw closer to others »become more like Jesus »help others »witness to the world

“Listen to me… you whom I have upheld since your birth, and have carried since you were born. Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you. Is. 46:3-4

“ Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead” I Peter 1:3

Sources of Hope: 1. His Presence is watching over me 2. His Purpose is working in me 3. His Place is waiting for me Jehovah shammah “I am the God who is always there”

“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.” Is. 40:31