Hopes Crushed

New Hope Church

Hopes Crushed

April 2, 2023 • Rusty Coram

Jesus came as our rescue and Savior. How could it be that He would die on that cross? Our hopes and dreams were crushed as God’s plan transpired in the most heartbreaking way.

Introduction

Hebrews 1:1–2

When Jesus came to live among us, it seemed our troubles were over. After all, the Son of God came to conquer evil and rescue us. To say His followers were stunned when He died on the cross is a massive understatement. They were shocked, shattered, and lost. Their hopes and dreams were set on Jesus leading them immediately into a “happily ever after” life. Too often, we can fall into the same trap and miss the better plan God has for us. The message of Easter is that God has proven He will go way beyond giving us what we want. He gives us what we desperately need!

Beyond Christmas

March 12, 2023 • Rusty Coram

In December, we looked at how God did something radically unexpected and new by sending His Son to rescue us. All hope seemed lost when Jesus died on the cross…or was it?

Same Old Us

March 19, 2023 • Rusty Coram

Short-sightedness is a trait most of us can claim to some degree. We cry out to God in prayer when things aren’t going our way but soon forget our need for Him when things are better.