3-2-1 Leadership. It's a Wonderful Life (At the Movies) 12.1.24..

December 2, 2024 3:25 PM

Disorientation Can Lead to Drifting = When we lose hope, we often lose sight of our values, relationships, and even God’s presence. Isaiah 53:6 reminds us, “We all, like sheep, have gone astray.” Let’s anchor ourselves in God’s truth to prevent drifting from His plans for us.
Perspective Brings Restoration = Like George Bailey, we can find hope by seeing our lives from God’s perspective. Psalm 106:44 says, “He took note of their distress when He heard their cry.” Crying out to God shifts our focus from our struggles to His faithfulness.
Hope is Found in God’s Presence, Promise, Purpose, and Place
- Presence: “In your presence is fullness of joy” (Psalm 16:11). Spend time with God to find strength.
- Promise: God’s Word is a wellspring of hope. “I have put my hope in your word” (Psalm 119:81).
- Purpose: God has plans to prosper you and give you hope (Jeremiah 29:11).
- Place: Jesus prepares a place for us in heaven (John 14:2). Our ultimate hope is eternal life with Him.

“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.” – Proverbs 13:12
“Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around, he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he?” – It’s a Wonderful Life

How can you bring the hope of Christ to someone who may feel discouraged or disoriented this Christmas season?