When asked to describe their struggles, many people would say they are troubled, discouraged, saddened, hard-pressed, or afraid, because of the circumstances they face. We have no assurance, as God's people, that we will not encounter problems or trials. But God blesses us with wisdom and understanding to help us through our difficulties. Through His unfailing love, expressed in His promises, we have the strength to face adversity, endure trials, and overcome our worries. Even so, to be able to see God while we're stuck in our problems, we sometimes need to understand the reason we have them. Gaining Hope seeks to encourage you, strengthen your heart, restore your confidence, help you focus on your future, and understand your God-given purpose in life. Author Beverly Hughes identifies the root cause of lost hope, reveals how to recognize the pitfalls of losing hope in your situation, and demonstrates how to regain your hope-and maintain it. This inspirational spiritual self-help guide presents a series of principles intended to help you understand God's purpose for your life and find joy so that you can set and reach new goals.