The Power of Hope in Delivering Justice

Abstract

Hope is closely related to faith. Jesus' resurrection from the dead produces a living hope for Christians. On the other hand, hope is always associated with misery and injustice. Injustice is a challenge that must be faced with faith and hope. This research highlights the importance of hope in the context of Christian faith and the role hope plays as a motivation in achieving justice. The focus of this research is on the views of Jürgen Moltmann and Anthony Kelly on the relationships between faith and hope, as well as hope in efforts to social transformation towards justice. Moltmann, in "Theology of Hope", states that faith provides the basis for hope, which anticipates the manifestation of divine promises. Anthony Kelly, in "Eschatology and Hope", describes hope as a confident movement towards a divine promise that is beyond human control. This research identifies the main problem of misunderstanding hope as a personal desire rather than a hope rooted in the Christian faith. Using a theological approach and literature analysis, this research explores how Christian hope actively motivates individuals and communities to fight for justice in an unjust world. It also discusses the conflicts and challenges that arise in pursuing justice and how Christians face these challenges with hope-driven determination and perseverance. The results show that hope based on faith in Christ provides the power to effect significant social change, inspiring Christians to play an active role in justice efforts.