Quotes about Hope

Replace the negative talk that will hinder you. Replace it with praises for God, who will deliver you.

God won't give you more than you can handle." But that's not actually in the Bible. God does say He won't allow us to be tempted beyond what we can bear and that He always provides a way out (1 Corinthians 10:13). But that's not the same as God not giving us more than we can handle. He sometimes will allow more and more and more.

It is necessary for you not to let pain rewrite your memories. And it's absolutely necessary not to let pain ruin your future.

Hoping doesn't mean I put myself in harm's way. It doesn't mean I ignore reality. No, hoping means I acknowledge reality in the very same breath that I acknowledge God's sovereignty.

When the world beats you down, open up your Bible.

My imperfections will never override God's promises.

The olive tree is such a beautiful reminder that this isn't how it's going to be forever. On the other side of the harsh wind is fruit. On the other side of the process of being broken and waiting is a useful heart free of bitterness. On the other side of being pressed and crushed is oil . . . the most valuable part of me set free to emerge.

God isn't afraid of your sharp edges that may seem quite risky to others. He doesn't pull back. He pulls you close. His love and grace covers your exposed grief. And step-by-step leads you to a new place of victory. A sweet place your soul is so glad to be in though you never would have chosen the hard path on your own.

When we know Christ, it should show in our overflow, regardless of our relative success or discouragement in the face of rejection.

I love the thought that God is in our midst and that He will quiet me by His love.

Though we may get our hearts broken from the effects of sin in this in-between time, God's goodness will eventually set the world right.

The biblical way to be preserved is to be pressed. And being pressed can certainly feel like being crushed.