We use the word hope to describe our anticipation of a desired outcome or obtainment of something. Often we hope as though wishing of something we’d like but in our heart aren’t sure it will come to pass. However, as we refer to the Word of God we see that HOPE is defined most frequently when translated from the Hebrew and Greek as Trust, Wait, Endure. Thus we are instructed to:
TRUST in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. (Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV)
WAIT on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart (Psalm 27:13 NKJV)
But those who WAIT on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint. (Isaiah 41:31 NKJV)
Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy ENDUREs forever. (1 Chronicles 16:34 NKJV)
Beloved, be encouraged as you put your trust in the Lord wait patiently upon Him as His mercy will endure and sustain you forever.
