In the Fullness of Time, Part 5

IN THE FULLNESS OF TIME
Hope
December 14, 2025 | By Justin Elam

What do you do when life doesn’t turn out the way you hoped? When the situation doesn’t change, where do you turn? In this message Pastor Justin explores the difference between hope “that” and hope “in.” While optimism depends on circumstances, Christian hope is anchored in Jesus. If you’re walking through pain, uncertainty, or a hard season, this message is a reminder that real hope can endure even when answers don’t come quickly.

SETLIST

We’re Here For You
Jeremy Riddle

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
Jeremy Riddle

Hope Has Come (Behold Him)
Red Rock Worship

O Come Let Us Adore Him
Maverick City Music

Living Hope
Phil Wickham

MESSAGE NOTES

Virtues are byproducts of practices.

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The object of our hope determines the power of our hope.

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How do you have hope in the midst of pain?

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1 Peter 3:13-16
Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats; do not be frightened.” But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.

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1 Peter 3:16
But do this with gentleness and respect,

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1 Peter 1:3-4
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you,

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1 Peter 3:15
“in your hearts revere Christ as Lord”

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Build a rhythm to remind yourself that your hope in Christ is greater than your current situation.

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