Promise Keeper: Abraham: Hope when things seem hopeless

Romans 4:18-19 | Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he would become the father of many nations. For God had said to him, “That’s how many descendants you will have!” And Abraham’s faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, he figured his body was as good as dead—and so was Sarah’s womb.

• What is hope? 

• What was Abraham hoping for? 

• Why didn’t Abraham have any reasons to hope? 

• As you wait for God’s promises that you listed yesterday, what makes you feel hopeless? 

• Why is it important to not lose hope, even when things seem hopeless?

• How is hope connected to faith, which we saw yesterday is needed while waiting for God’s promises?