Finding Genuine Hope
Dr. Michael Youssef
Leading the Way

In Luke 24 we have the amazing story of two disciples who had followed Jesus for three years. They loved Jesus. And were close to Him
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One day they were walking on the road back to Emmaus when Jesus joined them. Yet, they were so discouraged over His death they didn't even recognize Him. Because of what I call “mistaken contemplation,” they had lost all hope.

What do I mean by “mistaken contemplation”? Simply this: We take our eyes off the risen Christ and instead focus on our problems. And what happens when we do that? We quickly lose hope.

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