There is no doubt that Hope is something we need during the trying times in which we live.  All you have to do is read the newspaper or listen to the news and what you will find is more bad news than good. 

Where can we find hope for the future during these difficult days?  Only one place that I can find.  We can find real hope in the Christ Child, the newborn King, who came to bring us not only Hope, but Peace, and Joy and Love.  We need to focus on the Hope He brings as we look forward to His coming.  My prayer for you during this Advent Season is that you will be filled with Hope.