What we are doing today in gathering is not expecting to hear something new, but be reminded of what is true. We all need constant reminders of what is true about God, this world, and us because we easily forget, get distracted, discouraged, or even deceived. We look out at the world and something within us cries out “It shouldn’t be this way!” We begin to search for answers, we seek comfort, and rest for our souls. We desire purpose and wholeness. This is where what we call, The Gospel comes in. The Gospel is the Good news of what God has done for us in Jesus. It provides answers, purpose, comfort, rest, and wholeness. To have Hope remembered it has to be a hope we’ve received. Paul is writing to a church of people who have heard the Good News, received the Good News, are standing in the Good News, and believe the Good News. Let’s remember the Hope we’ve received: