Its a funny thing, Hope.

Hope is always there,
yet only seen when the scales of fear and despair have fallen off.

Hope is sought after by so many that don’t realize it has in fact already found them.

Hope seems to elude you at the same pace you frantically search after it.

Hope shines brighter than the piercing winter sun once seen.

Hope never left you, never wasn’t there, never doubted.

Hope desires that you’d reach out far and grab it for all your life.

Hope desires daily interaction with you.

Hope isn’t a possession, a relationship, a job, a bank account, or a position.

True Hope is only one thing – Jesus.

**1 of 4 Advent thoughts written during trying times in December 2013