Pastor Mike explored the profound difference between hope and wishful thinking, emphasizing that true hope is rooted in a relationship with Jesus Christ. He highlighted three promises from Titus 2:11-14—salvation, renouncing worldly passions, and living godly lives—and encouraged reflection on how God is shaping us through these principles. Pastor Mike also reminded the congregation that the world is in desperate need of hope, and as the Church, we have the responsibility to share the hope we find in Jesus with others, especially in times of anxiety, depression, and fear.