Hope in the Time of COVID, Part 05 - What, Exactly, IS the Christian Hope?

Jesus at 2AM - A Humorous, Intelligent Look at the Bible, Church History & the Life of Faith

For many of us right now, especially, hope can feel in short supply. Not just the amount of hope, but the content of hope. What are we actually hoping for? And what has Jesus got to do with it?

What constitutes "Christian" hope? That we won't suffer? That we won't grieve? Die? Clearly that is NOT what the gospel promises (see "crucifixion"!). Is hope, then, limited only to the age to come? I trust that God will win in the cosmic end? Is there true, meaningful hope for today?

Short answer: yes.

The biblical passage referenced in this sermon is:

• Romans 8:1-27 (NRSV)

It was preached on April 12, 2020 (Easter) at Canvas Presbyterian Church (Irvine, CA). If you'd like to see the whole worship service, you can find it here. Or subscribe to the Canvas Vimeo page for our video archive or to see future worship services!

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