
DAILY DEVOTIONAL
April 01
Resurrection and hope in the face of trials
"In His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ" - 1 Peter 1:3-4

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One Bible verse that speaks to the resurrection and hope in the face of trials is found in 1 Peter 1:3-4: "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you."
In this passage, Peter reminds us of the hope that we have through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Our hope is not in this earthly life, which can be filled with trials and struggles, but in our future inheritance in heaven. This hope is a "living hope" because it is grounded in the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
When we face trials and difficulties in this life, we can take comfort in the fact that we have a hope that is secure and steadfast. We can trust in God's mercy and provision, knowing that He has given us new life through Jesus Christ.
So when we face trials and struggles, let us hold onto the hope that we have in Christ. Let us trust in His mercy and provision, knowing that He has overcome the world and that our future is secure in Him. Let us live each day with the hope and assurance that we have a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Pray with us
Dear God, in the face of trials and difficulties, we pray for the hope that comes from the resurrection of your Son, Jesus Christ. We ask for strength and courage to face each day with faith and trust in Your plan for our lives. Help us to remember that You are always with us, even in the midst of the darkest times. May Your love and grace guide us through every trial and bring us closer to You. Amen.