Why do we hope for the future positively when all we witness are adverse events? There seems to be a growing sense of hopelessness all around us. We witness wars, crimes, lawlessness, and social and moral problems evading the spiritual aspect of life. The year 2023 was filled with numerous challenges, including the loss of our loved ones, family illnesses, churches facing the dilemma of poor attendance after COVID, and the increasing cost of living. With this as our backdrop, we are facing 2024. However, the Lord is saying, Hope in My word and promises. Our faith is not established by what we see with the naked eye. Hope will not make us ashamed; God is telling believers, let not your heart be troubled. Come what may, I control all that transpires in the universe.
Blessings for the New Year. We will wait on the Lord and be of good courage.