The Vineyard Church
Pastor Mark Pope
January 2/3, 2021
Learned helplessness:
is a state that occurs after an individual has experienced a stressful situation repeatedly. They come to believe that they are unable to control or change the situation, so they do not try-even when opportunities for change become available.
Romans 15:13 NIV
Main Point #1
We should be hopeful because of...
God's positive perspective.
Subpoint:
Even when situations are difficult, God rarely camps out on the negative.
Luke 4:16, 18-19 NIV
Luke 4:29-30 NIV
Subpoint:
Why Jesus is hopeful in all situations:
*He has unlimited power.
*He is full of mercy.
*He operates in wisdom.
*He has all the time he needs.
Jeremiah 32:27 NIV
Question:
Am I walking with the God of hope?
Main Point #2
We should be hopeful because of...
Our opportunity to help.
Thought:
Don't miss the opportunity.
Don't forget to overflow.