Walk the Walk: Living Out Christian ValuesSample

Day 8 | Perseverance and Hope

Life can be hard. But following Jesus offers us something the world can’t deliver: hope.

Perseverance is about showing up when we're suffering. It’s choosing to believe God is still working even when you feel discouraged or confused. It’s holding onto hope when you don’t see immediate answers.

We aren’t promised an easy life, but Jesus does promise that when we hold strong to our faith and trust in God when times get hard, our character and resilience grow.

That's why we keep praying for our strained relationships, stay committed to recovery, and keep showing up at church when we’d rather isolate—because these are tangible ways to lean into God’s strength.

Reflect: If you’re going through a hard season right now, take some time and have an honest conversation with God about what you’re feeling. Ask him for comfort and strength. If you’re in a good season right now, write a letter to yourself for the next time you go through something difficult. Write encouragements that will remind you to turn to God when times get tough.