Matthew 1:18-25
Biblical Hope: a confident expectation for the future anchored in the character of God, promises of God, and the power of God
Big Idea: Hope Emboldens Me To Obey Faithfully During Times Of Uncertainty
Hope Comes As I Choose To Obey God Faithfully:
1) Even When Life Is Hard (v. 18-20)
How I Act With Integrity (v. 19-20):
1) Do the next right thing instead of the easy thing
2) Lay down my rights
3) Be resolved to be grace-filled & gracious
4) Be wise & principled
2) Even When God Asks Me To Change My Plans (v. 20-23)
5 Reasons I Can Trust God Completely:
1) God is faithful & will not fail me (v. 21-23)
2) God always comes through for me & saves me (v. 21)
3) God’s Word is absolutely true for me (v. 22-23)
4) God always fulfills His promises to me (v. 22-23)
5) God is continually with me (v. 23)
“Jesus said to him, ‘If you can! All things are possible for one who believes’”
-Mark 9:23
“And without faith it is impossible to please God, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.”
-Hebrews 11:6