12-11-2025 PART 2: Hope That Cannot Be Shaken
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Section 1
The flow of the message begins with a moment of prayer for Eric and his wife, emphasizing how personal and present the Lord is in the lives of His people. You encouraged her to be open to God’s voice and asked the Father to draw her closer, giving Eric affirmation as well. What followed showed how fully unscripted the day had become. Walking into the studio without notes was unusual, yet it became clear that the Lord intended to redirect everything. Instead of a structured plan, you were led into a spontaneous movement of encouragement, testimony, and hope. Even the earlier blessing with Rob remained fresh on your heart as a reminder that God interrupts our order to accomplish His order.
Section 2
As the message continued, you reflected on how God’s goodness often appears in unexpected ways—such as the Christmas music programming falling into place more smoothly than imagined. These moments became reminders that God delights in the details, whether through ministry, friendships, or the inner stirrings of His people. From there, the focus returned to the many individuals in the listening community who need prayer: those battling illness, those struggling physically or emotionally, and those walking through seasons of difficulty. You encouraged listeners not to fall into the trap of thinking God speaks only to others. Instead, you emphasized seeking Him directly, spending time with Him, and recognizing that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be heard. Your invitation to salvation made clear that Jesus stands ready to receive anyone willing to open their heart.
Section 3
The message then moved into a powerful exploration of Revelation 7, not to debate timing or systems but to spotlight the hope embedded in the passage. The description of being in God’s presence—never hungering, never thirsting, never harmed, and never again touched by pain—became a portrait of eternal joy. You highlighted Jesus as the Shepherd who leads His people to living water and God as the One who wipes away every tear. This hope is not theoretical; it anchors the soul, shapes perspective, and reminds believers that everything God has prepared is beyond human imagination. Even your humorous “planet chocolate” illustration served to show that the greatness of what God has planned far exceeds anything we can conceive. The closing stories about your brother, the comic book analogy that led you to Christ, and the reminder of how deeply God loves His people all reinforced the message: hope is not distant. Hope is Him—His presence, His promise, His future. And that truth is worth holding onto with both hands.
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