Those who hope in the Lord
will renew their strength.
—Isaiah 40:31
An unknown author has written:
“A person can endure almost anything as long as they have hope, as long as they can believe there may come a change for the better. They can put up with privation; they can stand severe hardship; they can accept harsh confinement; they can live with discomfort; they can be patient through long illness.”
Hope opens doors where despair closes them.
Hope discovers what can be done instead of grumbling about what cannot.
Hope draws its power from a deep trust in God.
Hope doesn’t yield to cynicism.
Hope is not frustrated by difficulties or setbacks.
Hope pushes ahead when it would be easy to quit.
Hope applauds modest gains, realizing that the longest journey starts with one step.
Hope lights a candle instead of cursing the darkness.
Hope wins.