Where’s The Hope?
Where’s The Hope?
What A Mess
All over the world people are despairing because there seems to be no hope. People, particularly young people in increasing numbers, are turning to suicide as a way out. One young suicide victim summed it up simply when he wrote, “Where’s the hope?” The real problem is sin. It has separated us from the God of hope. Romans 3:23 says, “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Sin has made a mess of this world and robbed us of hope.
What An Answer
Because sin has messed up our world, God’s the only one who can help. And He did this when He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross for our sins. John 3:16 says, “God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Do you realize that when you believe what Jesus has done, and invite Him into your heart, you are forever freed of the guilt and penalty of your sin? In John 5:24 Jesus says, “I tell you the truth, whoever hears My word and believes ... has eternal life and will not be condemned.”
What A Family
John 1:12 says that those who receive Jesus Christ as their Savior “become children of God ... born of God.” Not only does God promise to forgive our sins and give us eternal life, but once we invite His Son to become our Savior and Lord we become His children, part of His family, never to be alone and without hope again.
What To Do
You can become a member of God’s family today, by asking Him to forgive your sins and give you the peace to face this messed up world with hope instead of despair. Thank Him for being your Savior. Invite Him to be Lord of your life. Need help? We can guide you.
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