How is God's Word a "source of hope" to the believer?

Context:  Psalm 119:113-117

113 I hate those with divided loyalties,
    but I love your instructions.
114 You are my refuge and my shield;
    your word is my source of hope.
115 Get out of my life, you evil-minded people,
    for I intend to obey the commands of my God.
116 Lord, sustain me as you promised, that I may live!
    Do not let my hope be crushed.
117 Sustain me, and I will be rescued;
    then I will meditate continually on your decrees.

Psalms 119:114

ESV - ¹¹⁴ You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.

Clarify • Share • Report • Asked November 08 2020 • Jack Gutknecht