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Never Give Up Hope Bible in a Year: Jeremiah 37–39 Hebrews 3 [Jesus] said to her, “, your faith has healed you. Go in peace.” Luke 8:48 Luke 8:40–48 When my friend received a diagnosis of cancer, the doctor advised her to get her affairs in order. She called me, sobbing, worried about her husband and young . I shared her urgent prayer request with our mutual friends. We rejoiced when a second doctor encouraged her to never give up hope and confirmed his team would do all they could to help. Though some days were harder than others, she focused on God instead of the odds stacked against her. She never gave up. My friend’s persevering faith reminds me of the desperate woman in Luke 8. Weary from twelve years of ongoing suffering, disappointment, and isolation, she approached Jesus from behind and stretched her hand toward the hem of His robe. Her immediate healing followed her act of faith: persistently hoping . . . believing Jesus was able to do what others couldn’t . . . no matter how impossible her situation seemed (vv. 43–44). We may experience pain that feels endless, situations that appear hopeless, or waiting that seems unbearable. We may endure moments when the odds against us are stacked high and wide. We may not experience the healing we long for as we continue trusting Christ. But even then, Jesus invites us to keep reaching for Him, to trust Him and never give up hope, and to believe He is always able, always trustworthy, and always within reach. Reflect & Pray How have you recently needed to trust in Jesus despite the challenges you faced? What hope have you found in Him? Jesus, thank You for reminding us that we’re never out of Your reach or without hope. You’re able to do what no one else can do. 
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My youngest son just called to tell me that their unborn baby has a diaphragmatic hernia. It was discovered on the ultrasound and they have to see a specialist for more tests and a plan of action. The baby is due in 8-10 weeks, and this condition can prevent the lungs from developing properly. It will require surgery ASAP after birth, and may necessitate an early birth. My first thoughts were of God's healing power and prayer..... as soon as we got off the phone, I posted in our SFF prayer group in face book. Where two or MORE are gathered...... and we never give up hope! Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.
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