hope.

"on Him we have set our hope..." 2 corinthians 1:10

biblical hope is described as the consequence and expression of faith; it is not wishful thinking but an absolute confidence in God's promises for the future, based on his faithfulness in the past.

(taken from esv study bible)

i have seen and tasted hope in a new form during 2009. during a season of darkness the Lord has shown me that His love and grace and mercy never fail. that He is the rock, my redeemer. that He gives in abundance and His ways are always higher than mine. the hope found in Christ is better than anything i could put my hope in on earth. so, i am thankful. i am thankful for a Savior. one who gives and loves and promises life everlasting. i am thankful for new beginnings.

for redemption. for Him who gives us hope.

"the steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;

His mercies never come to an end.

they are new every morning. great is your faithfulness."

lamentations 3:22.23