Hope in the New Year

"But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts:

and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asks

you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear."

1 Peter 3:15

“And now, oh Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you.”

Psalm 39:7

Rejoice in hope, be patient in trials,

And always be constant in prayer.

Wait for the Lord to renew your strength,

When the burdens seem too much to bear.

For in this hope which can’t be seen,

God’s love seeps into your heart.

The Holy Spirit has been given to you,

From the world He has set you apart.

God shall supply all of your needs,

According to His riches in Glory.

Rejoice in this hope through our Lord Jesus Christ,

As God writes the rest of your story.

Then seeing that you possess such a thing,

As you enter this brand-new year;

To every man give a reason for hope,

And may God grant them ear to hear.