😊☀️👋🏻 Good morning, friend!

Good morning, it’s Pastor Blake here, and I’m so glad you’re spending this time in God’s Word with me!

Have you ever received a promise from someone you trust? There’s something so powerful about knowing you can count on someone to do what they’ve said. Today, we’re diving into how God’s covenant—His unbreakable promise—brings hope to every generation, including ours.

Let’s explore how His faithfulness inspires us to trust Him more deeply.

🙏 HUMBLE

Begin this time pondering the following questions:

1. What are you thankful for today?

2. What burdens, fears, or areas of sin do you need to release to God today?

Now, let’s ask God to help us find HOPE in Him today:

“Lord, open my heart and mind to Your Word today. Help me to see the hope You have for me in these pages. Shine Your light on every truth, and guide me to understand, trust, and apply what You reveal. May Your presence transform my heart and fill me with the hope only You can give. Amen.”

📖 OBSERVE

Now, let’s observe what God has to say in His Word:

READ: Psalm 90; 2 Samuel 7:18-29; Revelation 22:12-16

Devotional Focus: 2 Samuel 7:28
“Sovereign Lord, you are God! Your covenant is trustworthy, and you have promised these good things to your servant.”

Reflection:
In this passage, King David is overwhelmed by God’s promise of an everlasting kingdom through his lineage—a promise ultimately fulfilled in Jesus. David’s response is one of awe and gratitude, as he declares the trustworthiness of God’s covenant.

Advent reminds us that God’s promises are rooted in His character. He is sovereign, faithful, and true. The fulfillment of His promise in Jesus gives us unshakable hope for the future. No matter what we face, we can trust that God is working for our good and His glory.

Reflection Questions:

1. How has God shown His faithfulness in your life?

2. What specific promises from God bring you hope today?

💡 PERSONALIZE

Now to make this personal in your life, consider this question:

What is one area where God is encouraging you to grow or change?

❤️ ENGAGE

Sharing Hope & Encouraging Others:

Share 2 Samuel 7:28 with someone who needs encouragement. Remind them that God’s promises are trustworthy and true.

Pray and Serve:

Thank God for His faithfulness to you and pray for someone who needs to experience His promises. Consider writing them a note or praying with them in person.

📢 MY #HOPEDECLARATION

Create your own declaration of hope today!

“Today I can _______________________ because of Jesus Christ!”

Snap a pic of your #HopeDeclaration and share it on Social Media!

🙏 STOP AND PRAY: 

“Sovereign Lord, You are God, and Your covenant is trustworthy. Help me to rest in Your promises and reflect Your hope to others. Amen.”

✨ READY TO GO DEEPER?

Take a few moments to reflect on today’s insights and how they apply to your journey. Use your Daily HOPE Journal to capture your thoughts, prayers, and commitments, and watch your relationship with God grow deeper each day.

Don’t have a journal yet? Grab yours here and start your journey.

❤️ SPREAD THE HOPE, GET A DIGITAL JOURNAL!

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💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: 

We’d love to hear from you! To stay committed, reply to this email or head over to the comments section on today’s post to share your #HopeDeclaration. Let’s encourage each other in this journey!

🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: 

Want to go deeper? Listen to this week’s Hope for the Mountainside podcast episode.

⛪️ WHY NOT VISIT US IN PERSON?

We’d love to see you at Mountainside Community Bible Church! Join us for worship and a welcoming community every Sunday at 10 AM. Plan your visit below—we can’t wait to meet you!