As we reflect on the past year, there’s not much to give us hope or optimism for the future. The pandemic still rages, affecting so many aspects of our daily lives. Global strife threatens our ...

Paul says those of us who know Christ “do not sorrow as those who have no hope" (1 Thessalonians 4:13). Though we all face times of sorrow, Paul tells us, we will face them differently because of the ...

Hope is faith leaning toward the future. But dystopian books are selling fast right now. “1984” by George Orwell and “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood are best-sellers at Amazon. Dystopia is ...

Does God have a plan for the world, for our nation, for our community, for our friends and neighbours, for our families, and for you? Well, a plan is the method by which we get from one situation or ...

Christian hope is built on patiently enduring everything life brings and knowing how to see God's presence and love everywhere, Pope Francis said. God "never tires of loving us" as he "takes care of ...

We often use the word “hope” in our language today to communicate wishful thinking. We hope for something we long for but are uncertain of getting it. “I hope I get the job!” Or, “I hope I get a good ...

In an age of anxiety and widespread discouragement as new generations look for happiness apart from God, Scripture urges us to “always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a ...

This feature is only available to members. Join now for full online access. Introduction It’s a popular statement. I heard it years ago though I’m not sure who first said it.: Human beings can live ...

Pope Francis sent greetings to participants in the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, encouraging them to continue to take God's hope to the entire world. The March 17-20 congress is the ...