“It is a hope that leaves peace and joy inside, regardless of what happens outside. It is a hope that has strong roots, which no storm of life can uproot. It is a hope that, says St. Paul, 'does not disappoint' – hope does not disappoint! – which gives the strength to overcome all tribulations." Pope Francis

Without this hope life’s difficulties can be unbearable. But with hope our life is anchored in Christ during the worse storm. Without hope we are rudderless and adrift, left on our own. But with hope we are in the hands of a loving God. Our hope will be tested by the Father of liars. But as long as we keep our eyes on the Lord, these rests will be deflected