God of Hope,
Thank you that you have given us a future with hope and that you are the anchor for our souls. In this challenging season, many people are looking for hope because life can be difficult, at times even feel brutal. A pandemic has stolen jobs and destroyed the dreams of many, ravaging the health of some and taking the lives, livelihood, and hope of others. We pray that when we experience fear, disillusionment, and the underlying sense of unrest in our nation, you would be our sustaining force of hope. Enable us to overcome the pain of loss and the paralyzing power of fear. Remind us that are not at the mercy of life’s unpredictable winds and currents; the storms won’t destroy us. Show us the power of your hope where our faith is formed. In Christ’s name we pray, Amen.*
“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.” (Romans 15:13)
“[W]e who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be greatly encouraged. We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.” (Hebrews 6:18-19)
“I know the plans I have for you…to give you a future and a hope” Jeremiah 29:11
*adapted from https://www.givehim15.com/post/november-27-2020