Advent is here, and with it comes a renewed invitation to live with expectant hope. In this episode of Ever Be, I sat down with Beth Davis from Blessed Is She to chat about what it really means to live with hope and joy, even in seasons of waiting.

Hope: More Than Just Wishful Thinking
Hope isn’t just about wishing things will turn out a certain way—it’s a virtue given to us by God. It’s trusting in His promises even when life doesn’t go as planned.

A Thrill of Hope: The Advent Devotional
Beth’s new devotional, A Thrill of Hope, walks through the lives of biblical women—Eve, Sarah, Ruth, and Mary—showing how they lived out hope in real, raw ways. Their stories remind us that hope isn’t passive; it’s active and deeply transformative.

Hope as a Journey
Hope isn’t always easy to hold onto. Some days, it feels distant. But Beth reminded us that hope is something we cultivate by staying close to God, even when we don’t see the full picture.

Practical Ways to Nurture Hope

• Be honest in prayer—tell God where you’re struggling.
• Dive into Scripture and reflect on stories of hope.
• Surround yourself with a community that encourages you.

Encouragement for Advent
This Advent, let’s not just prepare for Christmas but for Christ Himself. Let’s allow hope to take root in our hearts and transform our perspective.

Wishing you a season full of hope, joy, and expectant faith. Let’s journey together—catch the full episode and connect with our community for more!