Hope in our Hearts

 "And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit." Romans 5:5 NIV

The hope that does not disappoint is the hope that sits firmly in our relationship with God. We are not hoping as in wishful thinking, we are hoping and trusting in the word of God . This hope does not disappoint because the love that God gives us leads us into fellowship with him and with others. Our hearts grow able to forgive and restore relationships, our minds decide that we don't need to worry, and our wills focus on following the Lord's commands.  We begin to grow the fruit of the spirit and become a positive influence in whatever sphere we work and live in.  We will still face challenges but, with our hope in God, we will see him working in our lives and will develop a sure and solid faith.

I pray that I will regularly remind myself of the many promises of God and share them with others.  I thank God for the hope that he gives us and his assurance that his love is forever.