Persevere in Hope

Romans 15:13 NIV, “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

If you live here in the U.S., welcome to Fall!  I hope that you had an enjoyable summer. Or whatever part of the world you’re in, welcome to your new season! My daughter is spending some time in South America and she says they just entered spring, which is my favorite season. I consider her lucky to get to enjoy spring twice.

At the beginning of the year, I shared that persevere was my word for 2024. Almost ten months into the year, I can definitely see why the Lord gave me that word. I have certainly had to persevere through some difficult things. As you reflect on the word persevere, I am sure you can think of multiple things you too have had to persevere through. Or perhaps, you’re still in the battle. 

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I have been thinking about hope lately, and I think that to remain hopeful takes courage, determination, and perseverance. Especially in the midst of the many changes that life often brings our way. 

I saw this simple definition of hope from Oxford languages, “a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.” This definition alerts us to the close relationship between hope, expectation and desire. When we’re hoping in someone or something, we usually have expectations and desires attached to that hope. 

We all know it can be disappointing when our expectations are not met, and our desires go unfulfilled. Even sometimes when we hope in God and have expectations of Him, we may feel He has somehow let us down. However, I love it when God’s word reminds me of His faithfulness in the midst of my anxious thoughts…

Psalm 145:16 NIV, “You open Your hand And satisfy the desire of every living thing.”

Psalm 37:4 NIV, “Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”

I believe there is hope in the fact that God always sees and hears us and will ultimately do what is best for us. Even when we don’t see the results right away. 

In my own life, I have had to decide, sometimes daily, not to give up on hope. Romans 15:13 tells us, God is called the God of hope and He is willing to fill us with joy and peace that will cause us to overflow with hope. This promise assures us that we can keep persevering in hope, by His grace.

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My biggest hope is to live eternally in heaven with Jesus, but as long as I am here on Earth, I have hopes for this life. I trust God to meet my needs and show me His goodness in this life. I encourage you to keep trusting Him as well. 

Psalm 27:13 NIV, “I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.”

Even in the midst of persecution, trials, difficult people or disappointing circumstances, decide not to lose hope. Decide not to give up on the God of Hope. He is the Giver of Hope and of all good things. 

James 1:17 NLT, “Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.”

Remember, God has not forgotten you and He never will. So don’t lose hope. 

Have a blessed and hope-filled day. 

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Author: Dawn

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27 thoughts on “Persevere in Hope”

  1. Dawn, so good to see your post. We have entered spring here. I am sure your daughter is enjoying another round of spring.
    To remain hopeful takes courage, determination, and perseverance – so very true. May we keep holding onto hope as our God is faithful and even though in times we are yet to see everything working out and are waiting – may we not lose hope but look to our Him, fuelling our faith with His word.

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    1. Thanks Manu! It’s nice to post again. I hope your winter wasn’t too bad. ☺️ Holding on is key! We can’t let go of hope. I was able to finish your book and leave a review. I was truly blessed by it. The self reflection at the top of page 88 has really struck with me. I remind myself often to “keep walking along in the corridor of life surrendering to God.” Blessings!

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      1. Dawn, I saw your review. Thank you soooooo much for that. Genuinely appreciate it. And specifically what you shared about the self reflection part – warmed my heart 💙

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  2. Dawn
    The word Hope is something I need to remind myself as well as I sit in my daughter’s hospital room where she has been a patient for a month now I need to hold onto hope and to remember that God has a plan for both of us
    Happy Fall

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  4. Dawn! Welcome back! You’ve been missed! And thank you for this post. I needed this. My family has been battling many issues over the last few months. And many days I don’t feel hopeful. Thank you so much for reminding me to persevere in hope! ♥️🙏

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    1. Thank you Bridget! And you’re welcome. Sorry to hear about your family’s challenges. I will pray for you and your family. God is watching over you all. Keep persevering in hope my friend. Blessings! 🕊️❤️

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  5. Dawn, it was great to see a post from you! I find hope in reading scripture, and remembering how God has guided me through previous troubled times. God is faithful but we need to be patient and persevere.
    Peace and Blessings! 🩵🌹🌺

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    1. Thank you Jeanne! There is so much hope in the scriptures. They bring much comfort. That’s so true. Looking back at what He’s done in the past helps so much. Hope you’re doing well. Peace and blessings to you! ❤️☀️

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  6. I like the idea of non attachments… we are so used to expectations and rewards, so it keeps us in an automated belief that we must get something in return when we do a good deed or provide something. Good to see you again and thanks for the uplifting message. GOD BLESS.

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    1. Thank you Sanjo. I’m glad that resonated with you. I have definitely been learning lately that too many expectations in people will often lead to disappointment. It’s nice to have people we can rely on but we still have to keep our focus on God because people are human. And none of us can be perfect. You’re welcome. God bless you!

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  10. Amen. Dawn, your testament shares the guiding light of the Gospel. Indeed, as we follow daily, we will be drawn deeper into a relationship with our Lord and Savior. I find strength in your message of perseverance, faith, and hope.

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  11. This is so very true. I’ve been dealing with trial after recently & each one is just as difficult as the other. But there’s knowing that God has my back to get me through. Thank you for this wonderful post & welcome back from rest period.

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  12. Keeping faith and being hopeful is a choice we have to make daily.
    Thank you for sharing this reminder, big sis. 🥰

    And sending you lots of hugs as well.
    You are not alone and He is always for you. Even on days it doesn’t feel like it. 🫂♥️

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