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FOUR WAYS TO KEEP YOUR THOUGHT LIFE HOPEFUL
August 8, 2025Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. Romans 5:5
1. CONCENTRATE ON FORGIVENESS. Resentment is a trap. Jesus has set the example by forgiving us so completely. When teaching about faith, He makes our answered prayer dependent on forgiving everyone (Mark 11:22-25). So, we must do whatever we can to ask for forgiveness when we are in the wrong, accept an apology when given, and extend mercy even if someone doesn’t say they are sorry.
2. DON’T BE AFRAID. God has not given us a spirit of fear. So, realize that fear is to be resisted and replaced. Instead of that spirit, He has given us power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV).
3. WALK IN WISDOM. “But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him” (James 1:5). This verse is written in the context of when we are facing various trials and tests. Each of us needs wisdom in our spheres of influence, and whatever the unique situation, we can ask of God who doesn’t withhold.
4. FOLLOW THROUGH TO THE END. There is so much hope in the Word of God (Romans 15:4). Faithful is God who calls you; He will also do it (1 Thessalonians 5:24). He is the author and the finisher of your faith (Hebrews 12:2). He has a plan for your life (Jeremiah 29:11). So don’t shrink back, back down, or drift away (Hebrews 10:39). Stay diligent and don’t let up (Hebrews 6:11–12). Hope does not disappoint!
DEFINITION
dil·i·gent, adj.
Characterized by steady, earnest, and energetic effort.
SAY THIS OUT LOUD:
I will diligently develop hope throughout my life so that I do not become spiritually sluggish. I will imitate those who, through faith and patient endurance, inherited the promises! (Hebrews 6:11-12 AMPC)
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