Why would anyone want to talk about the topic of hopelessness? Because that’s how many people feel today—overwhelmed by a heaviness that seems to press in from every side. Yet in this podcast episode of A Few Minutes with God, we’ll explore how we are called to be people of joy and thanksgiving. In all things, God is glorious, righteous, and the source of true hope.

Hey friends, welcome back. Today, we’re diving into overcoming hopelessness because all around me, I sense it: people depressed and worried about the future, unable to let go of the past. We’re taught to give glory to God in everything, but what happens when we feel abandoned? Today, I want to unpack how hopelessness is a lie from the enemy. Our focus shouldn’t be on what is, but on what is to come.

When I was younger, I looked at life’s hardships as temporary. I thought, If only we had a bigger house, if only we had another car, if only we could (fill in the blank). The good news? As I grew in my faith, I realized that “if only” kept me in a state of unhappiness. Yet another lie of the enemy to keep my eyes on the wrong thing!

Many times on our journey toward Christ and a deepening of our faith, certain truths are revealed. Usually, this comes later in life. Why not earlier? Why can’t we grasp this as young people? Well, some can. People like Charlie Kirk understood and was given a grace few people have. He was given the grace to understand God’s love, to articulate it, and to challenge those who lived with unbelief or doubt. He was also, I believe, given the grace of martyrdom. His work on earth had come to an untimely end for us, but not for the glory of heaven. God is not surprised, while we are often left in shock, disbelief, and hopelessness.

That’s why, when I see helplessness in the world today, I know this too shall pass. Some people are ready for the good news; their eyes have been opened. Others just aren’t there yet. And yet there is a way to overcome hopelessness.

Don’t you think the Lord Almighty, the God of heaven and earth, knows this about us? He knows everything about us—which is why we should be thankful and joyful people. Truly, our lives on this earth are but a fleeting moment in the vastness and awesomeness of our God and Creator.

Yet when things hit us personally, we often see them as a personal attack or punishment for something we did. Neither is true. If that were the case, we’d only see righteous people walking around unscathed.

As it is written in (Psalm 42:5): “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my Savior and my God.”

We do not know the mind of God—only He knows why bad things happen to good people. What we must focus on is the love God has for us, an undeniable truth. If we’re open to this love, we can live a life of joy without bounds.

If you’ve ever contemplated God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, you’re at a place where you know the depth of His love. If you haven’t had a chance to reflect on the Trinity, I encourage you to do so—it will change your life.

If you don’t know this yet, get on your knees, pray, and ask the Lord to reveal that He is there. He has not abandoned us. He has not left us without His love and protection. That doesn’t mean we always feel it, but we should know it in our minds and hearts.

One of my favorite scriptures (Jeremiah 29:11): “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

I choose to be hopeful. I choose to believe in God. I choose to understand that His will is not mine. In doing so, I’ve been freed from the shackles of this world—the “what ifs” and “how comes.” No more questioning, “Lord, I’ve been a good servant—why haven’t I been blessed?” Instead, we can release these thoughts and declare, ‘Here I am, Lord.‘ I come to do Your will. (Remember the enemy wants you hopeless, the Lord wants you, with His help, to overcome hopelessness!)

(1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) Read on air.

(Romans 15:13)“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” 

I pray that you, too, find hope and understanding in the faith of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

For deeper dives into faith, joy, and overcoming challenges, here are four recommended episodes from the podcast:

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