Psalm 9:18 - 'For the needy shall not always be forgotten, nor the hope of the poor perish forever.'
At Christian Aid, hope is at the heart of everything we do. The light guides us through challenging times and the promise of a better future. The Bible is full of verses that remind us of the hope we have in God. A hope that sustains us, strengthens us, and inspires us to keep moving forward.
Here are 10 Bible verses about hope that encourage us to trust in God’s faithfulness and to share that hope with others.
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What the bible says about hope and faith:
1. Jeremiah 29:11 - 'For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.'
2. Psalm 9:18 - 'For the needy shall not always be forgotten, nor the hope of the poor perish forever.'
3. Isaiah 40:31 - 'But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.'
4. Hebrews 10:23 - 'Let us hold fast to the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who has promised is faithful.'
5. Romans 5:3-5 - 'And not only that, but we also boast in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not disappoint us.'
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6. Lamentations 3:22-24 - 'The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. ‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in him.’'
7. 1 Peter 1:3 - 'Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he has given us a new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.'
8. Romans 5:5 - 'And hope does not disappoint us, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.'
9. Hebrews 6:19 - 'We have this hope, a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters the inner shrine behind the curtain.'
10. Psalm 33:18 - 'Truly the eye of the Lord is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love.'
All of these verses are taken from the NRSV version of the Bible.
Let hope inspire action
Hope is not just about waiting; it’s also about acting. As Christians, we must share the hope we’ve received with others, especially those who are struggling. Whether through prayer, service, or advocacy, we can be a light of hope in the world, reflecting the love and compassion of God.
At Christian Aid, we believe that hope is powerful. It's the driving force behind our work. and brings lasting change to those in need. Let’s continue to hope, pray, and act for a better world, trusting in the promises of God.
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A prayer for hope around the world
God of all creation,
you breathe hope into every corner of the earth.
Forgive us when we lose sight of your promises,
and let our vision for the future be filled
with glimpses of your kingdom,
where peace and justice reign,
even in places of suffering and conflict.
God of compassion,
you call us to be bearers of hope.
We lift those suffering around the world to you,
those who long for safety, healing, and peace.
Strengthen us to stand alongside them,
and inspire us to work for a world where hope prevails,
and all may flourish.
Spirit of life,
fill every heart with hope.
Renew our strength to believe in your promises,
and give us the courage, wisdom, and will
to work towards a world transformed by your love.
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