Bible Reading
1. **Psalm 31:24** – “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
2. **1 Peter 1:13-14** – “Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance.”
3. **Habakkuk 2:1-3** – “I will stand at my watch and station myself on the ramparts; I will look to see what he will say to me, and what answer I am to give to this complaint. Then the Lord replied: ‘Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it. For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.'”
Application Questions
1. What are the four key postures discussed in the sermon that help align us more closely with God’s character? [04:15]
2. How does the sermon describe the difference between passive and active hope? [08:00]
3. According to the sermon, what happens when we place our hope in unreliable sources? [16:55]
4. What process did Habakkuk follow to regain his hope, as mentioned in the sermon? [51:49]
Inspiration Questions
1. How does the posture of hope, as described in the sermon, differ from wishful thinking? [08:00]
2. Why is it important to root our hope in God’s unchanging character rather than in our own abilities or external circumstances? [10:44]
3. What does it mean to “listen, write, and wait” in the context of regaining hope, and how can this process shift our focus from our circumstances to God’s eternal character? [51:49]
4. How does the sermon illustrate the impact of detaching from God on our hope and strength? [12:54]
Revelation Questions
1. Reflect on a recent situation where you felt hopeless. How might adopting an active posture of hope have changed your response? [08:00]
2. Identify an area in your life where you have placed your hope in unreliable sources. How can you begin to root your hope in God’s character instead? [16:55]
3. The sermon emphasizes the importance of gratitude, authenticity, praise, and hope. Which of these postures do you find most challenging to maintain, and why? [04:15]
4. How can you practice “listening, writing, and waiting” in your daily life to strengthen your hope in God? Share a specific example of how you might implement this process. [51:49]
5. Think of a time when you felt overwhelmed by your circumstances. How did your posture towards God influence your experience? What can you do differently next time to align more closely with God’s character? [02:48]
6. The sermon mentions that hope is found in God’s Word and not in the promises of the world. What specific steps can you take to immerse yourself more in Scripture to build your hope? [37:48]
7. How can you encourage others in your small group or community to adopt a posture of hope, especially during challenging times? Share a practical way you can support someone this week. [09:39]
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