Hope that doesn't put to shame
“And hope maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.”Romans 5:5
Reflection
There is hope that disappoints — when we place it in fragile things. But hope in God has foundation. He doesn't promise and disappear. He fulfills. Perhaps in His way, in His time, but He fulfills. Today, it's worth hoping. Not in the dark: in love already poured out.
Prayer
Lord, resurrect hope in me. I believe. Amen.
Put it into practice
Rekindle today a hope you had abandoned, placing it in God’s hands instead of in the circumstances.
To reflect on
Where have you placed your hope: in fragile things or in the faithful love of God?
Bible text: King James Version (public domain).