Three Dimensions of Unashamed Hope in God
The psalmist declares, 'I hope in thy commandments' (Psalm 119:166), and Spurgeon identifies three inseparable aspects of this unashamed hope. First, a hope which is...
This is historical examples on confidence in God and integrity of life, drawing on Psalms 119:166.
The psalmist declares, 'I hope in thy commandments' (Psalm 119:166), and Spurgeon identifies three inseparable aspects of this unashamed hope. First, a hope which is not ashamed. The believer's expectation rests not upon the shifting sands of human opinion or circumstance, but upon the immovable promises of Adonai. When the wicked mock and the world sneers, the child of God stands firm, for shame cannot attach itself to trust placed in the Eternal One.…
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