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“If only” is worshipping the idol of the me that might have been, and never discovering the me that can still be in Jesus. — Dr. Richard Dobbins

Doubt questions God, but FAITH believes He will answer. (vs. 17-24).

The resurrection promises us a RECURRING hope. (vs. 25-33).

Hope = Belief + Trust

For the Christ-follower, death is just an EVENT, not a destination.(vs.34-37).

He’s alive…I’m gonna be okay!

Text Question: Hello, I'm 26 years old and I have seen and been through many things: lost 18 friends in 12 years, including 2 cousins to suicide. I find it very hard to believe in good and wondering if you have any insight for me. I have been in and out of jail for the last 7 years. I wish I knew where God was in my life. It feels very lonely going through these things with no answers.

Text Question: What would you say to someone who is pleading with God to hear His voice, but He is not speaking and hasn’t for a long time?

Text Question: If you were to recommend a verse to use to encourage someone who is suffering, what would it be?

My Next Step:

- Finish this sentence and carry it with me: My hope is in Christ; therefore, I will trust Him with __________.
- Read all of John 11 and reflect on how Jesus identifies with Mary and Martha and redirects their hope.
- Read and pray Romans 5:2-5 about rejoicing in suffering.
- I will write a note/email to a person who needs encouragement and use Psalm 46:1-3 in the letter.