TUESDAY'S TOP TEN

TUESDAY'S TOP TEN: I will share a different list of my top tens each week!

Top Ten Reasons to Have HOPE!!

10. You are NOT Alone!
In the dark. During the times in your life that you feel no one is there. You're lonely. But, you are not alone. He is always with us. He never leaves. Deuteronomy 31:6 "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Friends may fail you. Family may disappoint you. But Jesus is a friend that sticks closer than a brother. Call out His name....He hears you! John 15:13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."

9. God is in Control!
When you are weary. When you have no hope or peace. When things seem so very out of control....give it over to Him. He is still on the Throne. He is still capable. He is IN CONTROL! Philippians 4:19 "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus." Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you;do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you;I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

8. You Can Trust God's Heart!
When trials arise, and circumstances in life are less than favorable, I don’t doubt how tempting it is to question God’s heart of love. We just want to know that someone truly cares, is looking out for our best interest, and has good in store for us. We want to know the reasons behind His allowances, as if in the “knowing,” We will somehow feel more in control and at ease about our future. Yet, as Charles Spurgeon says, “When we cannot trace God’s hand, we must trust His heart.” His heart is good. He wants the very best for us. He knows the perfect timing. We need only trust Him! Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

7. The Lord is your Protector!
"Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints...." Ephesians 6:10-18 God's armor brings victory because it is far more than a protective covering. It is the very life of Jesus Christ Himself. "Put on the armor," wrote Paul in his letter to the Romans, "...clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ." (Romans 13:12-14) When you do, He becomes your hiding place and your shelter in the storm -- just as He was to David. Hidden in Him, you can count on His victory, for He not only covers you as a shield, He also fills you with His life.

6. God is Faithful!
God is faithful to believers. He blesses us, keeps us from evil, helps us grow, and become prosperous. Trust in Him and remember His faithfulness at all times. He's there and He's your greatest ally. 1 Corinthians 10:13 "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted,he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

5. God Is Powerful!
When we face adversities & trials in life that we think are overwhelming, we only need to bring it to Him. As it says in His Word, NOTHING is too difficult for Him! Remember WHO you are talking to when you go before Him in prayer! You are talking to the CREATOR of the Universe!!! Bring all your cares to Him...He can handle it! :)
“‘Ah Lord GOD! Behold, Thou hast made the heavens and the earth by Thy great power and by Thine outstretched arm! Nothing is too difficult for Thee’”

4. God will bring you comfort
" God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble." Psalm 46:1 " I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart ! I have overcome the world ! " John 16:33 " Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Matt. 11:28 How many times have we all needed the strength of the Lord. How many times have we needed His refuge, & to rest in His arms for a while? I know I have, many many times. He has always been there too...with open arms. Lay your burdens at His feet.

3. You Are Loved!
Even when you don't feel worthy. When you don't feel lovable. The Lord still loves you! He loved you so much that He sent His only son to earth to die on a cross for your sins! Imagine that! Just ponder it for a moment! That's INCREDIBLE, selfless LOVE! John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life."

2. You can have Eternal Life!!
Romans 6:23 "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Through the graciousness of God and His infinite love, God is offering the greatest gift ever eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord. All we need to do is accept His free gift of Salvation! Just ask Him into your life & heart...He is waiting!

1. The Victory is already WON!
Praise GOD! Jesus was not defeated that day at Calvary! Satan had his moment of gloating only to be defeated the moment Jesus rose out of the tomb! Death was not the end. . .but only the beginning of what would be the most glorious victory for all! John 11:25 says, “. . .I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies.” As believers we do not have to be afraid of death! We know we have an eternal home in Heaven with the Savior. He has gone to prepare a place for us. His promises are true and eternal. As the Apostle Paul stated, “To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”