“This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.” 1 John 1:5-7. 

There are times when I literally have to reframe from the news media, especially when I hear stories of a mere sixteen-year-old commiting sucide, it is heart quite wrenching; but the powers that govern our land allows firearms to be easily accessible to the vast majority. As a result, irresponsible youth and mentally challenged individuals are murdering themselves and others in alarming numbers, and the decision makers still chose to error on the side of political and economic correctness oppose to the sanctity of life.

To some this appears quite dismal/hopeless and disheartening at times; but every born-again believer knows that God alone provides hope, peace, healing, and the unspeakable joy that we need to walk this journey of life. When we choose to focus on God, knowing that He is much greater than our struggles, and His sweet peace is the answer to easing aniexty, fear, and worry regardless to what we see and hear, then  my friends, we will remember that our hope is built on nothing and no one but Jesus Christ our Lord! “And now, Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee.” Psalm 39:7.

Though evil seems dominate in this world…always remember that God is in control, He formed this world and everything that is within it. Psalm 24:1 state: “The earth is the LORD’S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.”  Satan desires for us to feel hopeless and have a defeatist attitude, but we are victorious through our Lord and Savior. He is the giver and sustainer of life and makes a way where there appears to be no way-He is the light of this world! “This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.” 1 John 1:5-7.

The prophet Asaph in the 73^rd Psalm was facing similar feelings of despondency about evil seeming to prevail, until he came to himself and stated” When I thought to know this, it was too painful for me; Until I went into the sanctuary of God; then understood I their end.”  Psalm 73:16-17.

A wonderful change came over Asaph’s heart when he went into the sanctuary of God-not the literal temple in Jerusalem, but the heavenly one that he entered by faith! My friends let us enter into that same heavenly sanctuary today by faith. We can run to the foot of the cross. “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” 1 Peter 15:7.

It is our job as children of God to stay fervent in prayer and shine as lights in this dark world. We must wholeheartedly commit to spreading the gospel message of hope to all men. God’s love, compassion and grace are able to sustain us and heal the current ills of this world. We must trust in His infinite wisdom and mercy. He will continue to guide, protect, and keep give us forever.

So, as we take advantage of this beautiful day that God has so graciously given; let us remember to speak words of healing and peace, sending out a message of hope to all that we interact with along our way- you have no idea who a healing word just may save today!

Edward Mote was a pastor and hymn writer, who wrote the inspiring lyrics to “My Hope is Built on Nothing Less” it expresses the unconditional love and peace that we have to stand on our hope for every tomorrow… Christ, the solid Rock!

My hope is built on nothing less

Than Jesus Christ, my righteousness;

I dare not trust the sweetest frame,

But wholly lean on Jesus’ name.

On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand;

All other ground is sinking sand,

All other ground is sinking sand.

Blessing and peace to all.