Certainly! Below is a full sermon outline based on the theme of "Women of Lively Hope," incorporating relevant Bible verses. This sermon highlights the hope found in Christ and how women in the Bible exemplify this hope. You can expand on each point as needed.

Title: Women of Lively Hope

Text: 1 Peter 1:3 (KJV)
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead."

Introduction:

  • Define "lively hope": A hope that is alive, active, and rooted in the promises of God.

  • Women in the Bible often faced challenges, yet they demonstrated unwavering hope in God.

  • This sermon will explore how women in Scripture exemplify this lively hope and how we can apply their examples to our lives today.

1. Sarah: Hope in God’s Promises

  • Verse: Hebrews 11:11 (KJV)
    "Through faith also Sara herself received strength to conceive seed, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised."

  • Sarah waited decades for God’s promise of a child. Despite her initial doubt, she ultimately trusted God’s faithfulness.

  • Application: Even when God’s promises seem delayed, we can hold onto hope because He is faithful.

2. Ruth: Hope in God’s Provision

  • Verse: Ruth 1:16 (KJV)
    "And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God."

  • Ruth chose to follow Naomi and trust in the God of Israel, even in the midst of loss and uncertainty.

  • Her hope led to redemption through Boaz, a picture of Christ as our Redeemer.

  • Application: Hope in God’s provision, even when the future seems uncertain.

3. Hannah: Hope in God’s Plan

  • Verse: 1 Samuel 1:27 (KJV)
    "For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him."

  • Hannah endured ridicule and heartache because she was barren. Yet, she poured out her soul to God in prayer.

  • Her hope was rewarded with the birth of Samuel, who became a great prophet.

  • Application: Bring your deepest desires to God in prayer, trusting in His perfect timing and plan.

4. Mary: Hope in God’s Salvation

  • Verse: Luke 1:38 (KJV)
    "And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her."

  • Mary’s hope was rooted in her willingness to surrender to God’s will, even when it meant facing societal shame.

  • She trusted in God’s promise of salvation through the Messiah.

  • Application: Hope in Christ’s salvation and surrender to God’s will, even when it’s difficult.

5. The Woman with the Issue of Blood: Hope in God’s Healing

  • Verse: Mark 5:28 (KJV)
    "For she said, If I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole."

  • This woman suffered for 12 years but had hope that even touching Jesus’ garment would heal her.

  • Her faith and hope were rewarded with immediate healing.

  • Application: No matter how long you’ve been waiting, hope in Christ’s power to heal and restore.

6. Mary Magdalene: Hope in the Resurrection

  • Verse: John 20:16 (KJV)
    "Jesus saith unto her, Mary. She turned herself, and saith unto him, Rabboni; which is to say, Master."

  • Mary Magdalene was one of the first to witness the resurrected Christ, fulfilling the hope of salvation.

  • Her story reminds us that hope in Christ is never in vain.

  • Application: Our hope is anchored in the resurrection of Jesus, which guarantees eternal life.

Conclusion: Living as Women of Lively Hope

  • Verse: Romans 15:13 (KJV)
    "Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost."

  • Like these women, we are called to live with lively hope, trusting in God’s promises, provision, plan, salvation, healing, and resurrection.

  • Encourage the congregation to anchor their hope in Christ, no matter their circumstances.

Call to Action:

  • Reflect on areas where you need to renew your hope in God.

  • Spend time in prayer, asking God to strengthen your faith and hope.

  • Share your testimony of hope with others to encourage them.

This sermon can be personalized and expanded based on your audience and context. May it inspire women (and all believers) to live with lively hope in Christ!