St. Teresa of Avila says: “Praise be to Jesus.”

“Today I am here to tell you that hope is the inspiration of perseverance. Without hope, the soul surrenders his positive efforts towards any good. This is why Satan opposes hope to such a degree. The enemy tries to keep the human spirit locked into a negative attitude. This negativity blinds the soul to hope – hope in God's Grace – hope in God's Provision. He is even blinded as to God's Divine Will in every situation, failing to realize that God can bring good from every situation.”

“So today I ask that every day each soul prays for hope. This way he will not be so easily led into discouragement by the enemy of his own salvation.”

“Pray this way:”

“Lord, give me hope in every present moment. Help me to recognize Your Hand in all of life's situations, for I know You are with me. My hope is in Your Grace and Your Provision. Amen.”