Against Hope, Believe in Hope

Summary

The sermon explores the concept of hope as a confident expectation rooted in faith, using Abraham as the primary example of believing against all natural hope. It emphasizes that Christian hope is not a mere wish but a firm trust in God's promises, especially the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. The preacher acknowledges human doubts and struggles with faith, illustrating that even great biblical figures like Abraham and Sarah had moments of wavering faith. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to rest their hope on God's promises and trust in His power to bring life from death.