Shattered dreams,
broken hearts,
lonely people passing us by every day.
People without hope,
searching for happiness–
a lost and dying world.
What can we offer these people?
This world we live in seems to offer happiness to them in the form of
riches,
fame,
sex,
drugs,
alcohol.
But, this happiness does not bring them anything to hope in,
for these “worldly” pleasures last but a few fleeting moments.
They don’t offer anything lasting and real,
and there is nothing to cling to.
In this world, the only true hope is found in and through Jesus Christ.
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With Christ as the center of our lives, we can possess a lasting happiness that will carry us through this life.
Christ gives a peace that surpasses all understanding despite all the trials we may be facing.
He is our best friend and will never, ever leave us even though others may desert us.
Our greatest hope is in the day we will meet Jesus face to face, and then spend eternity with Him.
This (Christ) is the lasting hope we can offer people as we live it and walk it each day. As Paul states in his First Letter to the Corinthians, “If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are to be pitied more than all men.” (1 Cori 15:19)
Christ is the hope we need to offer others–it will change their lives forever!
I think the song, Cry Out to Jesus, by my favorite Christian band, Third Day, is such an inspiring, encouraging song that talks about the hope that Jesus provides. Take a listen and be blessed! Let the words penetrate your heart and soul.
Remember…
There is HOPE for the helpless…..
REST for the weary.
And LOVE for the brokenhearted.
–Excerpt from Cry Out to Jesus by Third Day
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” –Jeremiah 29:11
Beautifully said.
Thanks for the blessing, Susan, and thanks for reading! God bless you and all you do for Him!
Love that song
Thanks for sharing
I have really been blessed listening to that song many times recently! So powerful and comforting. Thanks for reading, MaryAnn!
One of my Third Day favorites…hope to hear it this weekend at the concert 🙂
One of my favorites lately, too, Carol! I hope they will play it too!!
Reminds me that in the process of growing ourselves and our faith, we must not forget those who are also suffering. To be the salt to the world and offer them a helping hand.
Very true, Lux! WE need to be Jesus to others and do our part to give people hope! Thanks for reading and blessing!
Good reminder of our only real Hope. I love that song, Cry Out to Jesus, too. And it was great to hear Mac sing it live last weekend. 🙂
Yes, Debbie! That song is so powerful and yes, it was great to hear it live! Blessings to you!