Hope based in abounding love

Note what kind of love this is, v. 9
This is Jesus' love, the foundation of my hope
This is my love, for Jesus and for others
With knowledge, know = experience, relationship, not just knowing about Jesus
With insight or discernment

Hope that looks forward to the day of Christ, Jesus' return

Approving what is excellent, choosing what is best
Living a life that is pure and blameless
Filled with righteousness and the fruit that comes from righteousness
This is possible through Jesus Christ
This brings glory and praise to God

What does this hope look like?

I want to be like Jesus
I want to be a faithful disciple of Jesus
What does Paul mention?

Knowledge (intimacy)
Joy
Thanksgiving