I love the story of Abraham recapped in Romans 4. Verse 18 says, “Who, contrary to hope, in hope believed, so that he became the father of many nations, according to what was spoken, So shall your descendants be.”

Though our circumstances may seem impossible, we have a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. 1 Peter 1:3. Our trials bring us through a progression. Recapping Romans 5:3-5. Tribulation produces perseverance, that produces character, that produces hope which does not disappoint. 

Romans 4:19 recorded that Abraham was about one hundred years old, and Sarah’s womb was dead. Yet verse 20 says, “He did not waver at the promise of God through unbelief…” Amplified says, “…he grew strong and was empowered by faith AS he gave praise and glory to God.”

Are you thanking the Lord now for the promises He has given you through His word? We stand and keep on standing though our circumstances do not outwardly change, The Lord is at work, “…who works all things according to the counsel of His will.”