"Hope" is the thing with feathers- That perches in the soul- And sings the tune without the words- And never stops-at all. -Emily Dickinson

Here I am on the verge of retirement. I have been preaching the Adventist message for more than 40 years. I argued with the brethren about the need for going to college before entering the ministry, because I believed I would not have time to complete the course before Jesus returned. Now I am old and disappointed. Why hasn't Jesus come?"-Adventist minister

In these pages author Jonathan Gallagher explains the basis for hope-the Second Coming-that has motivated his entire life. He inspires us to live the hope-a balanced hope that motivates us, transforms us, and empowers the present. Not a passive hope that waits idly in the gloom, but one that walks boldly through the dark, holding out expectant hands. Without hope we are only half alive.

This book offers new strength to face the challenges of the present by renewing our confidence in God's promises for the future.