Hope – A Supernatural Abstraction #Devotional by Laura Poole

 

Hope – A Supernatural Abstraction

 

“Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words.” ~Emily Dickinson

 

Emily’s quote paints a beautiful image of a seemingly supernatural abstraction we all long for and find impossible to live without. Yet, hope often feels elusive, just out of reach of our grasp. When we suffer hardships or walk through trials, despair can easily nudge hope aside.

 

Hope is mentioned throughout the Bible, often coupled with other positive words, to encourage us to stay the course.

 

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Romans 12:12

 

Hope isn’t born in a vacuum, unaffected by outside influences. Hope is vital and often reborn as we journey through life’s trials. And hope walks hand-in-hand with joy and faith.

 

…And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us. Romans 5:2-5

 

Despair does not defeat God’s supernatural hope which strengthens and edifies our souls. Hope whispers to us that tomorrow will be better, our problems have solutions, and healing can take place.

 

What is troubling you today? I want to assure you of the miraculous hope God can instill in your soul, despite your circumstances. All you have to do is believe, then reach out and take hold of his hand. His strength will see you through.

 

“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.

 

Thank you, LORD!

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LAURA HODGES POOLE is an award-winning Christian author of several books. Her novel, Return to Walhalla, was a Selah Award finalist. She enjoys encouraging others through her blog, A Word of Encouragement. On beautiful days in South Carolina, you might find her hiking instead of writing. An empty-nester, Laura enjoys a quiet life with her husband when she’s not playing with her grandchildren.

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