God didn’t set us up for an angry rejection but for salvation by our Master, Jesus Christ. He died for us, a death that triggered life. Whether we’re awake with the living or asleep with the dead, we’re alive with him! So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you’ll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you’re already doing this; just keep on doing it.
Dear Ones: Build up hope! Is how Paul encouraged the Thessalonians to be unified in their faith in Christ. We can take this encouragement for ourselves today. Our God is merciful and loving. Those who join His family through faith in Christ are never forsaken or rejected by Him. He does not have the demeanor of a human that is moody and changeable. He changes not; He is love and goodness.
Build up hope in Him today as you go about your work. In the midst of the bad news spewed out by the media, there is the Good News from heaven. We have a Savior that held nothing back to redeem us from our fallen state. Our Father is not distant but hands on and is constantly working things for our good.
May your hope arise today as He releases favor and blessings to you and your family. Let the peace of knowing He watches over you keep you from distress or discouragement. Walk as the overcomer you are in Him today. I bless you in Jesus’ name.