We Are First - Rendering Hope

We are First United Methodist Church of Gadsden, and we are called to share Christ, make disciples, serve people, and give hope. We do this so that lives may be changed in the name of Christ. Giving hope may not be a tangible aspect of what we do, but it is an important part of what we do. Too often, people go through life expecting the worst, without passion, and not believing that there is something better ahead. Hope allows us an optimistic outlook. Hope in Jesus reminds us that the worst day is not our last, and we are not alone.

Psalm 62:5-8 is a song of hope and supports the source of our expectations in the Lord. It is an affirmation of where the Psalmist’s hope comes. The Psalmist affirms that he is waiting for God, because is where he finds hope. God is hope because God is a rock, or a firm foundation. God is hope because God is salvation. God saves us from our troubles. He is our fortress and protects us in a time of need. He delivers us and rescues us. God is a refuge and we can always trust in Him. This is a comfort for us when we lose our way and a message for us as we seek to render hope to others.

We are First,

Rev. Sherri