Hopefull the BLOG

Welcome to Hope-full, the blog—a space for faith-rooted reflections, in-depth Bible studies, and Spirit-led truth for everyday life. Here, we wrestle with Scripture, walk through restoration, and grow in wisdom as we follow Yahushua. Whether you're seeking clarity, courage, or comfort, may you find hope woven into every word.

Kimberly Gutierrez 6/8/25 Kimberly Gutierrez 6/8/25

Why Fasting Is Worship

Fasting is often misunderstood. In our culture, it is frequently reduced to a dietary reset, a detox, or a self-improvement challenge. But in Scripture, fasting is something far greater—something sacred. Fasting is worship… A cry. A declaration. A hunger for His presence above all else.

Kimberly Gutierrez 6/8/25 Kimberly Gutierrez 6/8/25

Why Wasn’t David Punished? Understanding Yahweh’s Justice in Seasons of Formation

Kimberly Gutierrez 6/7/25 Kimberly Gutierrez 6/7/25

The Rejected King: How David’s Humiliation Foreshadows the Rejection of Yahushua

Foreshadowing is a biblical pattern where earlier events, people, or images symbolically point forward to a greater spiritual fulfillment, especially in the life and mission of Yahushua the Messiah.

Kimberly Gutierrez 3/2/25 Kimberly Gutierrez 3/2/25

Was King David A Samaritan?

If you’ve been watching Amazon’s new show House of David, you might have some of the same questions I do. The series makes several references to King David’s childhood, including the claim that he was a bastard. Like many productions, it takes creative liberties with Biblical history—but it’s crucial that we turn to Scripture to understand the truth of God’s Word.

Kimberly Gutierrez 2/1/25 Kimberly Gutierrez 2/1/25

The Strength of Abigail: When Submission Means Standing for Righteousness

Let’s be real: in today’s world, submission doesn’t exactly conjure the warm fuzzies. We hear the word, and what comes to mind? Doormat? Weakness? Passivity? For me, it always reminds me of Hillary Clinton’s scorn, during an interview in 1992, when she was asked about the ongoing allegations against her husband, Bill Clinton, and she responded by saying, "I'm not some little woman standing by my man like Tammy Wynette."

Enough said. I’ll let you chew on that for a bit.