Hope is defined as desire, with the expectation of receiving what we desire. For some Christians, it can be difficult to have hope during this Advent season. But Christians should never give up hope, because through Jesus we always have faith in the Resurrection and our future. Hope connects us to our future just as memories connect us to our past. Pastor Ed Brashier shares this week's Advent message of hope from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Gardendale, Ala.