Sermon: Live In Your Hope

Send us Fan MailHebrews 10:23Mark 10:46-52Live in Your HopeHope Never DiesWhat is hope? Hope is an optimistic state of mind based on an expectation of a positive outcome.First Peter 3:15 says, “You must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.” We say we believe, but we live as those w/o hope. We worry, fear, get anxious, try to do it ourselves. All the things that those of the world so—so consequently we look just like them when God wants is to stand out. Be ready to tell them My Hope is Built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness., etc.I.               Hold Fast---be passionate and determinedThis book was written to encourage believers—go further in Heb. 11 and calls the roll of the faithfulII.              The confession of Our Hope—being born again (our salvation) Remember the benefits of itIII.            Without wavering—be consistent and not double-mindedw/o doubting—not sounding like the world, not being negativeIV.            For God is faithful—Not a man that He should lie The Story of Blind BartimaeusMark 10:46-52Blind, beggar, people were telling him to be quiet (trying to shut him down)Had nothing, no earthly possessions but a garmentBut He had hope.Heard Jesus was coming byHis hope made him call out in faithCalled out and kept calling outAddressed Jesus as Son of David—an address of respect and authorityAsked for mercyJesus inquired about his specific need He asked for his sight—ask w/o wavering and doubtingJesus answered, “Go your way, your faith has made you well.”Immediately he gained his sight and followed Jesus.Subscribe to enjoy all episodes of God’s Toolbox.