For in hope we have been saved, but hope that is seen is not hope; for who hopes for what he already sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, with perseverance we wait eagerly for it.
— Romans 8:24-25 —
Dmitriy Zherebnenkov: Word of Grace Bible Institute | USA
At the very moment of salvation, every believer is given hope. The hope every Christian has is as sure as their salvation. It’s part of the glorious experience of being born again. How, in God’s providence and provision, do we obtain this hope from day one of our salvation? By faith we embrace the present aspect of our salvation; by hope, we embrace the future aspect of our salvation. Does the hope of your salvation make you eager for the life to come and endure things in life without grumbling? In the present time, hope helps us fix our eyes not on present sufferings, but on future glory. Hope is something that gives us meaning and strength for the next step in life. If there is no gospel hope, then there is nothing to hold on to. Evaluate your own heart. What do you hope in? Do you have hope that ties you to future glory? The end result of this hope is patient waiting. The attitude of eagerness and endurance is the fruit of this hope. When with spiritual eyes we see future glory, our soul gains excitement and strength to wait with perseverance. We have to admit that we often fail at “waiting” in our lives, and we fall short in “persevering.” Genuine hope is the remedy. Take a moment to think about your hope. When was the last time this hope changed your reactions, actions, and attitudes in life? Does the hope of your salvation make you eager for the life to come and endure things in life without grumbling?
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