Overflowing Hope.

Within the last couple months, the verse that has been speaking to my heart in so many ways has been Roman 15:13.

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. "

In Paul's prayer, he prays for a group of Belivers, this time praying that God who gives hope will also keep them happy and full of peace as they anticipate what God has in store for them. Then, the believers can overflow with hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. It is by the power of the Holy Spirit that God accomplishes his care for his people—giving them endurance, encouragement, unity (15:5), hope, joy, and peace. Hope comes as a by-product of the Holy Spirit’s work. It does not come from our own senses or experiences.

Brandon & I hope enjoy keeping this blog. It's purpose it to document our lives as well as reord what God is doing in our lives, so that years from now, we will be able to look back and see God's hand leading our lives.

Many times the posts that fill this blog are those of frustration, self-pity, and insecurities. I let so many things around me distract me from what my focus should really be on. This year, the year of 2012, our ferverent prayer will be that we will allow the Holy Spirit to fill us with joy and peace, overflowing our hearts with hope.

Overflowing Hope.