but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God,
who loved me and gave himself for me.”
Galatians 2:20 (NLT)
Have you ever misplaced your keys? It’s so
frustrating. You're running late, the kids are impatient, and nothing is going
according to plan.
Imagine misplacing something far more
important than your keys - your hope.
When we place our hope in anything or
any person, including our children, we get stuck.
It’s time [for us] to get unstuck and embrace
our true hope: Jesus. He is not a fleeting hope or a wish but a rock-solid
anchor for our souls. Here are three ways hope in Jesus can encourage us today:
1. Jesus is our life.
“My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but
Christ lives in me. So, I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of
God, who loved me and gave himself for me” (Galatians 2:20).
Especially in parenthood, it can feel like
we’re always pouring out our time, energy and love. Sometimes it leaves us
wondering, Who am I outside of being a parent? But your life
isn’t defined by the roles you play or what you accomplish. You are defined by
the One who saved you and lives in you. When you feel empty, remember that His
life in you is abundant and never-ending.
2. Jesus is our love.
In Galatians 2:20, we are also reminded that Jesus loves us and gave Himself
for us. The King of the universe chose to die for you, breaking the power of
sin and opening the floodgates of forgiveness. His love for you is beyond
measure, an unending fountain that never runs dry. Jesus will never turn His
loving heart away from you.
3. Jesus is our significance.
In a world that measures success by Instagram likes, spotless homes and
perfectly behaved kids, it’s easy to feel like you aren’t enough. But Jesus
flips that script. If God gave Himself for you, think of how precious you are
to Him.
Don’t underestimate the significance of your
daily faithfulness. Verses like 2 Timothy 1:5 show us that the consistent love
of grandmothers and mothers can teach children the Christian faith: Paul wrote
to Timothy, “I recall your sincere faith that first lived in your
grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and now, I am convinced, is in you
also”.
Lois and Eunice were so lit up with love that
the embers of grace became a burning flame in Timothy.
Don’t misplace your hope in temporary things.
Cars will break down, kids will test your patience, and life will be beautiful
and terrible. But Jesus is your unshakable hope. He is your life, love and
significance.
Your hope has a name, and His name is Jesus.
Heavenly Father, empower us to live anchored
in the unshakable hope that has a name - Jesus. In the Holy Spirit’s power, may
our lives be lit up with love. In the powerful name of Jesus, our hope, we
pray. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
- Derwin L. Gray
Provided by "Proverbs 31 Ministries"