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Finding Hope This Christmas
This Christmas, we’re reminded that Jesus is the only one who came for us when we needed Him most, the only one who conquered the grave, and the only one who promises to return again.
In a season filled with wanting and waiting, many of us carry hopes—for healing, for restored relationships, for peace, for answers. But when the waiting feels too long, our anticipation can turn into weariness. That’s why the message of Christmas is so powerful: God is the God of hope.
Romans 15:13 says, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” Hope isn’t wishful thinking—it’s the strength to endure, the courage to face challenges, and the promise that God is making all things new.
Jesus doesn’t just offer us a “good life”—He offers us a full life. A life filled with peace, joy, and the assurance that even in our struggles, our story isn’t over. Hope is stubborn. It seizes God’s promises, believes the better story, and looks forward to the future He has prepared.
This Christmas, let’s remember: Jesus is Emmanuel—God with us. From the manger to the cross to the empty tomb, He has proven His love, His power, and His faithfulness. And because of Him, we can live with unshakable hope.