"He indeed was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you who through Him believe in God, who raised Him from the dead and gave Him glory, so that your faith and hope are in God." (1 Pet. 1:20-21)

Many years ago, a submarine was rammed by another ship and quickly sank off the Massachusetts coast. Although rescue was impossible at that depth, a diver was dispatched to determine if there was still life aboard the disabled vessel. The diver placed his helmeted ear against the sub's hull and heard a faint tapping sound. Carefully he made note of the dots and dashes and decoded the following question: "Is -- there -- any -- hope?" With great remorse he slowly signaled back: "Hope -- in -- God -- alone." (From On This Day by Carl D. Windsor, p. 336)

Let us put our faith and hope in our God.