SGTJ DEVOTIONAL

 FINDING HOPE IN GOD'S PROMISES

Today's Scripture

For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. - Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Life challenges can make us feel overwhelmed and lose sight of the hope that God offers us. However, the Bible is filled with promises that remind us of His unwavering love and faithfulness. One such promise is found in Jeremiah 29:11, where God assures us that He has plans to give us hope and a future.

When you face difficult times, it's important to remember that your hope is not based on your circumstances but on God's promises. He is the anchor of your souls, in good and bad times, even when the storms of life rage around you. Just as a ship's anchor holds it steady in turbulent waters, God's promises hold us firm in our faith.

1. Trust in God's Plan 

Even when you can't see the way forward, you can trust that God has a plan for your life. His plans are for your good, to give you hope and a future.

2. Stay Anchored in the Word 

Regularly reading and meditating on Scripture can help you remember God's promises and stay anchored in hope.

3. Pray for Strength 

Ask God to strengthen your faith and help you to trust in His promises, especially during challenging times.

Today's Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the hope that You give me through Your promises. Help me to trust in Your plans for my life, even when I face difficulties. Strengthen my faith and remind me that my hope is anchored in You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Scriptures reading

There are many Bible verses that inspire hope and remind us of God's faithfulness. Here are 5 scriptures on Finding Hope in God's promises that you might find encouraging:

1- Romans 15:13

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. (NIV)

2- Isaiah 40:31

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. (NIV)

3- Psalm 33:18

But the eyes of the Lord are on those who fear him, on those whose hope is in his unfailing love. (NIV)

4- Lamentations 3:22-23

Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. (NIV)

5. Hebrews 10:23

Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. (NIV)

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