The World’s Greatest Hope is in Jesus Christ

Jamie Pantastico writes for Mesa Bible Study

by Jamie Pantastico

On March 9, 2024

In the life of a believer, Jesus stands as the unshakable anchor of our greatest hope. The apostle Paul, inspired by the Holy Spirit, articulates this profound truth across his letters.

 

Romans 5:2 reminds us that through faith, we stand in grace, rejoicing in the hope of God’s glory. Our hope is not in fleeting circumstances but in the eternal glory that awaits us.

 

1 Corinthians 15:19 challenges us to seriously reflect on the significance of our hope. If it were confined to this earthly existence alone, our hope in Christ would be pitiable. Yet, Paul magnifies our hope beyond the temporal, fixing our gaze on the eternal promises found in Jesus.

 

Colossians 1:27 unveils a mystery—the hope of glory resides within us, and that hope is Christ Himself. It’s a transformative hope that shapes our identity and purpose.

 

In 1 Timothy 1:1, Paul establishes the authority of his apostleship by emphasizing that it is “by the commandment of God our Savior and the Lord Jesus Christ” that he writes. Our hope is anchored in God’s grace and the redemptive work of Jesus.

 

The crescendo of our hope is beautifully articulated in Titus 2:13. We are urged to look with anticipation for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

 

Our supreme hope transcends circumstances and earthly matters. Our hope is firmly anchored in Jesus Christ, His redemptive work, and the promise of His glorious return. As believers, let us steadfastly cling to this hope, finding assurance in the unwavering faithfulness of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

 

Scriptures:

 

Romans 5:2: “through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.”

 

1 Corinthians 15:19: “If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men the most pitiable.”

 

Colossians 1:27: “To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

 

1 Timothy 1:1: “Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ, by the commandment of God our Savior and the Lord Jesus Christ, our hope.”

 

Titus 2:13: “looking for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.”

 

 

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

Faith, Sine Qua Non

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

 

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Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

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Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

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When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

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What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

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What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

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What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

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Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

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Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

 

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

  1. God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
  2. The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
  3. But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-42cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

Do You Believe?

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