William Miller's faith is in ruins. After miraculously surviving a fierce battle in the War of 1812, Miller questions why God spared him. He turns to his Bible for answers, looking for hope, and finds an astonishing prophecy-the world is going to end! He feels the burden to share this message. When he does, he is praised and scorned. But he is concerned about what happens if the end of the world doesn't happen at the time he thought. Joshua Himes has a strong desire for change. He sees the selfish and cruel treatment that human beings often display toward one another. He longs for peace and hopes for a brighter future. When he hears William Miller's preaching about the soon advent of Jesus, he is immediately drawn to this message of hope, even at the cost of his finances and reputation.

Ellen Harmon is a young girl hearing William Miller preach, and his message resonates with her. She hopes for a world that is not filled with sickness and sorrow. Her preaching grows beyond prophecy and develops into a more wholistic vision of how Christians should live and worship.

These are just a few of the early pioneers that you will meet and learn more about in the pages of this book. Each chapter introduces you to a person who persevered through life's challenges by holding on to their faith and hope.

The Hopeful book offers an expanded view into the lives of those featured in The Hopeful film. Learn more about these courageous pioneers who started a movement that today numbers in the millions.