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IS THERE HOPE FOR ME?

  • Writer: Olufunmilayo Adekusibe
    Olufunmilayo Adekusibe
  • 12 minutes ago
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Today’s Reading:

Lamentation 3:19-26

“Yet this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope.” (Lamentation 3:21)

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When a man loses hope, nothing seems to make sense. The word ‘hope’ appears to be absent in most people’s dictionaries because of the hopelessness, challenges and decay we see and experience. No place is safe in the world. No system of government (monarchical, totalitarian, communist, parliamentary, etc.) has been able to provide needed succour for the populace. Heads are bowed, scientists are confused, and the wise and star readers couldn’t accurately predict the next thing that will happen in our world.  Even strong nations are facing natural disasters, and it seems they are helpless. “Japa Syndrome” is now the order of the day. Even those countries people are running to are having problems. Is there any hope for us?


The situation of the Israelites in the passage above was that of devastation of the land, Jerusalem and the people. The fall of Jerusalem symbolised the termination of Israel as a free and independent nation. And when a nation loses its freedom, such a nation has lost its identity. The writer expresses grief, despair and misery in verses 1 to 18. But from verses 19 to 29, the writer expressed hope in God. Hope should not be vague and empty; rather, it should hold on to something. The hope of the writer was hanging on the following:

  • God’s Mercies: Mercy speaks of pardon even when one is guilty. It is only by God’s mercy that we have not been consumed. No matter how hopeless your situation may be, as long as you are still on this side of the divide, God’s mercy is still working for you.

  • His Compassion: God’s compassion is manifested in how he relates to us. He doesn’t deal with us by the gravity of our sin (Psalm 103:10-17). He cares for us more than we can imagine. Do you notice his caring hand in your life?

  • His faithfulness is great: Being faithful means to be steadfast in affection or allegiance. Even when we stray, God is still looking for us. That is why Christianity is not like other religions. Other religions of the world are man’s search for God, while Christianity is God’s search for man. Even in your hopeless situation, God is still faithful. The Lord is our portion; He is good to those who wait for Him.


Have you lost hope in everything? Don’t forget that as long as you still have life, there is hope for you. The bible says, "a living dog is better than a dead lion." (Ecclesiastes 9:4). You are far better than those in the grave. Never give up, keep trying, and you will succeed. Tell yourself there is hope for me.

                                                                                                JAMES ALADE



To surrender your life to Christ, say this prayer aloud. “Father, I acknowledge my sin against You. I repent and ask for forgiveness, in the name of Jesus. I surrender to the Lordship of Jesus. By the power of Your Holy Spirit, take control of my heart and lead me in Your path of righteousness. Thank you, Lord.”

 If you said the prayer, Congratulations! You are welcome to the body of Christ. Prayerfully look for a living church and meet the resident reverend, pastor or priest.



Prayer:

  1. Strengthen my wearied heart, Oh Lord.

  2. Every thought of hopelessness, I erase them by the blood of Jesus.

  3. I deliver my life from the grip of past mistakes that imply there is no hope for me in Jesus’ name.

  4. Every hopeless situation in my life, let the fire of God visit and bring them back to life in Jesus’ name.

  5. Oh Lord, visit my valley of dry bones today and restore life in Jesus’ name.

 
 
 

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