In speaking the truth, where do we begin? While every person’s mess is unique and there are no two situations you will come across that are the same, there is one common temptation I find in every situation I’ve come across: hopelessness. Whether the mess comes in the form of addiction, depression, guilt, marital struggles, discrimination, abuse, or fear, the temptation to hopelessness is always a part of the cocktail. This is why giving hope must always be a part of gospel care.
I’ve yet to find an exception. People who have been in a mess for a long time need hope, and people who have just entered into a mess need hope. People who are making big decisions need hope, and people who are making small decisions need hope. People who are suffering need hope, and people who are in sin need hope. People who are young need hope, and people who are old need hope. Every person in every situation imaginable needs hope.
This is why Scripture is so saturated with it. Our souls need reminders of hope each and every day. We need reminders from others, and we need to remind ourselves. As the psalmist exhorted his
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