Hope
(hōp)
[the feeling that what is wanted can be had
or that events will turn out for the best]
Restore to me my Hope in You
Oh Jesus what do I know?
My hopes are fading, shallow, and low.
God my world is crashing piece by piece,
I need your comfort to unleash.
My dreams seem to break and shatter,
Lord, do my feelings matter?
I question so much what you have ahead,
You have a plan is what you have said.
But it is hard, behind this grief I feel,
And my happiness, the thief did steal.
Restore to me my hope in you,
Oh God hear my cry, my desperate hue.
Encompass me Lord with your love,
Send me unwavering hope from above.
It’s hard to follow and stay firm,
Come down Father and help me discern.
My spirit weeps and feels alone,
Listen Father to my heart’s moan.
I cannot comprehend, because I am man,
But I am searching for your flawless plan.
Reveal your heart to me tonight,
Keep me Jesus in your Holy sight.
Lord of the entire earth,
God that experienced a virgin birth,
Grant me peace in my pleading heart.
Keep me pure and set apart.
Father I question you repeatedly,
And you keep extending my horizons beyond what I see.
You return my doubt with your faithful word,
And my cries never go unheard.
Sacred Father you really care,
And your eternal love is always there.
You hold my grieving body tight,
And my diminishing faith you ignite.
What a magnificent, invincible fortress,
Clothed in glory and righteousness,
Oh God, stir a revival in my soul.
It is you, God, I extol.
Jesus I love you fervently,
You are gracious my Savior for blessing me.
By: Kimi Willingham
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The Lord promises to give us a hope and a future. He never grows exhausted in hearing our fervent and heartfelt cries. We are His precious children and He yearns to give us the desires of our heart. Sometimes life seems unfair and hopeless. However, in our anguish God has not run away from being our shepherd. He has not desired the day of our despair. This earth is full of woes and worries, but the Lord is there. He offers us His vast shoulder to cry upon, and reaches out so we are enveloped in His arms of loving tenderness. In this world we will face disappointment. Just remember the Lord is present in our tears and will never leave us!
¯ Jeremiah 29:11
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 17:16
I have not run away from being your shepherd; you know I have not desired the day of despair. What passes my lips is open before you.
¯ Hebrews 13:5
Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you."
¯ Isaiah 49:15-16
"Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!
See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands;
your walls are ever before me.
…May you walk in His never ending hope this day! May you feel His comfort, care, and provision in your life! Reach out and grab hold of His hand because He desires to lead you into His greener pastures through unwavering faith!
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Oh Lord you are my Unfailing Savior. I will hope and trust in you and your faithful word. You breathe the hope that ignites my life and sets my heart on fire. I desire to walk in your faith this day. Empower me to stand in your hope and wait patiently for you to lead me to the vibrant green pastures. I will follow you and hope in you all the days of my life. For you alone are wise and full of deep grace. I love you and praise your Holy name. Hosanna to God in the Highest!!!
In Jesus Name Amen
hottest day on record. My mom and I woke up early to meet my little sister, Kristen, at her high school (which is my old high school). Kristen’s cheerleading squad left for Waxahachie for their yearly cheerleading camp. So my mom and I drove a van full of anxious high school cheerleaders to Southwestern Assemblies of God, which is where the camp is taking place. It was strange walking into the gym and seeing all the brightly school colored girls lacing up their tennis shoes. It was a familiar feeling. It was hard to think that I was there as a cheerleader three years prior to this experience. It feels like so much longer! It was fun spending the day with all the girls, who were once on the Junior High cheerleading team when I was a High School Senior cheerleader. As I looked at the group of girls I saw youth at its finest display. These girls are truly tender-hearted. It was a joy talking with them and later decorating their rooms with scriptures verses, muffins, megaphones…etc. I cannot wait until Thursday to see their final competition. I know they are working so hard. 
Speaking of 
May we Reach for a heart like Christ....
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