Hope Overcomes

There’s an awesome, prevailing sense of encouragement where there’s hope. Hope communicates a belief that obstacles can be overcome. Hope’s expectancy is "all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to his purposes." Hope can be present even amidst overwhelming conflict.

Jacob could have lived with his father-in-law indefinitely. His skill in livestock breeding had made his father-in-law wealthy, but now he was ready to return to his homeland. Perhaps Proverbs 13:12 had become a reality he could not ignore. "Hope deferred makes the heart sick." So, hope encourages endurance until it’s time to go after what has seemed impossible.

Hope gives nourishment to the heart and soul until the body and mind are ready for change. Hope sees potential for the future and will risk hardship for future rewards. Jacob had to prepare himself for meeting his brother even if it meant his death. Hope springs eternal in every heart where Christ Jesus resides. God bless you.