Paul says in Roman’s 8:23-25 that our groaning is because as Christians we have tasted the first fruits of glory that are to come and we long for more. The final words in the Bible echo this as John hears Jesus proclaim that He is coming quickly and responds enthusiastically “Even so, come, Lord Jesus!” Though our spirits are redeemed we too are groaning as we await the redemption of our bodies. Every groan and grunt ought to be a reminder that glory awaits us! We are in a waiting pattern anxiously awaiting what “for the blessed hope and glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ” Titus 2:13.
•Faith looks backward and upward; Hope looks onward
•Faith is concerned with Him who promises, Hope is occupied with the good things promised.
•Faith accepts, Hope expects
•Faith appropriates, Hope anticipates.