As we read through the founding of the church and disciples' ministries on earth, we can see that times were hard. Facing persecution, ridicule, and even death, the disciples cling to the hope of Jesus and his return to help them overcome these difficult times. We can also have this hope through our difficulties. Jesus gives his Holy Spirit to those who believe and follow him. We can have strength to overcome trials knowing that God is with us. We also know that one day Jesus will return and those who follow him will be united with him. These songs and hymns show how we can persevere in difficulty by focusing on the hope we have in Jesus and that one day he will return.

Worry and affliction should never choke out your faith; they should always open a way for it to grow. Much of our lives are played out in a battle between faith and feelings, each fighting to take control of the steering wheel. Ultimately, we get to choose who drives our lives. When we truly believe in the Word of God, believe that He is for us, that He can do abundantly more than we could ever ask or imagine - He is the one that is in control. Whether in a small group of worshippers, or larger church service, here are chord charts and sheet music to help resource yourself or your music team.