Some Reasons for the Hope I Profess

Some Reasons for the Hope I Profess

In no particular order…

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If ever I find myself doubting the truth of Jesus, all I have to do is look at the
changed lives and subsequent heroic deaths of the original disciples – to me
that is more than enough proof of their encounter with the true and living Son
of God.
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Whenever I end up lying in bed and crying into my pillow out of utter sorrow, worry, or
fear . . . He always stills my heart with His inconceivable peace.
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He is taking my experiences with miscarriage, depression, and a premature baby and
working it all for good.
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Even in the midst of my rebellious days, He gave me the gift of a precious best
friend who was grounded in His Word and loved me unconditionally.
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At my lowest point, when I couldn’t even love myself . . . He showered me with
love and blessings incalculable.
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He has answered my prayers, giving me immeasurably more than I could have asked or
imagined.
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I have heard His still, small voice.
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He has given me purpose, letting me do things that I’m passionate about.
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I can know more about Him and His wonderful character by reading my Bible in a
free country.
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Jesus has never left me or forsaken me.
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I can see in my mind’s eye the wonderful vision of my lost friends running into
His arms.
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Even my children speak truth to me in moments of profoundness.
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At my poorest, He provides for me and sends gifts through family, friends, and
even strangers.
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My God saved me from the pit, and kept me from sinking into submersion.
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He inspires me to create and share things with others.
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He continues to purposefully bring needy people across my path . . . people whom I
can comfort with the comfort I have received.
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I have seen Him perform miracles, even healings, as an answer to prayers.
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When I have failed, He has always lovingly helped me get back up and move forward.
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He has shown me that His forgiveness knows no bounds.
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I see from my own life and from the pages of the Bible that God has a tendency to
want to use flawed people for His purposes.
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I am blown away that even though God knew we would rebel against Him and sin, some
of us choosing not to love Him, He created us anyway.
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While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
(Romans 5:8)