Hope in Him

Read: Isaiah 40:28-31 (NIV)

²⁸Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary and his understanding no one can fathom. ²⁹He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. ³⁰Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; ³¹ 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.

Reflect:

The definition of hope is “to look forward to with confidence or expectation.” It is also associated with the color green because green symbolizes rebirth and renewal, which we believe is the fruit that hope bears. 2016 has been a trying year for our family. God has us planted in a place where we can only rely on hope in Him. There have been times where we have felt trapped by circumstances beyond our control. Though it has been frustrating at times, it has also been beautiful because God has shown us how to hope and rely on Him. He has planted us here, and though we cannot go left or right, we can go deeper into His word and draw close to Him. By going deeper, we are also growing up in His grace... and hope! Yes, it is a challenge, but it has been a beautiful and rewarding experience getting to know our heavenly Father in a fresh, new, green and hopeful way.

Act:

If you’re feeling stuck in your circumstances, grow your roots deeper into God’s word. There you will find a renewed hope and confidence in Him.

Pray:

Heavenly Father, we thank You that You always offer us hope, even in times of turmoil. Help us to always look to you as the source of our hope and renewal!

Doug and Sandy Scott