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To the Prisoner of Hope — S3E2

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To the Prisoner of Hope. Photo of Woman head down in her hand and then with her hands raised high. Photo represents one breaking free.

In general, most people fit into one of two categories: the hopeless or the hopeful. The question then is how can a hopeful person become a prisoner of hope? Well, I’m so glad you asked.

Hence, the title — To the Prisoner of HOPE. Because some people may not realize they have become just that–a prisoner to their hopes.

Thus, before we go any further, let’s look at some definitions for ‘hope’ and ‘prisoner’ so that we are all on the same page. Hope means to look forward to something with desire and reasonable confidence. A prisoner is a person legally held in prison for the punishment of crimes committed. Also, a prisoner can be a person who feels confined or trapped by a situation or set of circumstances.

Reliance on the LORD—S3-DE2

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Lady V’s Devotional Episode

Psalm 25:1-5 (NIV) says:

“In you, LORD my God, I put my trust. I trust in you, do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me.”

“No one who hopes in you will ever be put to shame, but shame will come on those who are treacherous without cause.”

“Show me your ways, LORD, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.”

Psalm 25:1-5 (NIV)

Photo of Jesus in the clouds with arms open wide. Represents reliance on the Lord.

Devotional

The oxygen of the believer is reliance upon the LORD. Our total trust in Him is vital to our survival and our walk with Christ. Having faith in God’s guidance and total trust in HIS will keeps us on the right path in life.

Help for Today—Hope for the FUTURE – S2-DE14

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Lady V’s Weekly Devotional

“I would have lost heart, unless I had believed, that I would see the goodness of the LORD, in the land of the living.”

“Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD!”

Psalm 27:13-14, NKJV

Devotional

I recall growing up hearing the older folks singing about life’s troubles, and getting to the sweet ole by-and-by. It gave me the impression that the only time God would show HIS goodness was after death and not in this life—which is simply not true.

In Revelation chapter 21, we read a description of the New Jerusalem, which is the new city of God and HIS future home for HIS people. It is, no doubt, the goodness of the LORD for the FUTURE.

And, in John, chapter 14, Jesus says, “Do not let your heart be troubled (afraid, cowardly). Believe [confidently] in God and trust in Him, [have faith, hold on to it, rely on it, keep going and] believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many dwelling places. If it were not so, I would have told you, because I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back again and I will take you to Myself, so that where I am you may be also” (John 14:1-3, AMP).

Photo: Don't Give Up. Person peeling back a black and white cloudy day to reveal a beautiful colorful sunny day. Pic represents help for today and hope for tomorrow.

Now, that’s Good News! The Word of God lets believers know that Jesus is confirming that eternal life with HIM, is secured by believing in HIM. And not only that, there is special preparation going into our joining Jesus in eternity.

But, let’s look to HIS goodness for TODAY. In Psalm 27:13-14, here we find David, going through some type of trouble.

Spreading Hope to our Military – S2E7

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Spreading hope to our military is an absolute must. For the majority of Americans, the reason is quite clear. The United States affords its citizens a luxury that many countries of the world do not. And that luxury is freedom. As citizens, we have freedom of religion, thought, and expression. In other words, we are free to live our lives as we so choose.

The flag of the United States of America represents freedom for all American citizens. Our U.S. military protects our constitutional rights from all enemies. Spreading hope to the men and women of our armed forces is the least we can do.

Now, this is possible because of those who served and are serving in one of the five branches of our military. They put their lives on the line to protect our constitutional rights from all threats.

Of course, not just anyone is willing to put their life on the line for the rights of people they don’t know. For that reason alone, we should commend our servicemen and women.

Tag: Hope

To the Prisoner of Hope — S3E2

Reliance on the LORD—S3-DE2

Lady V’s Devotional Episode

Devotional

Help for Today—Hope for the FUTURE – S2-DE14

Lady V’s Weekly Devotional

Devotional

Spreading Hope to our Military – S2E7

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