Romans 8:24-25

For in this hope we were saved (by faith). But hope (the object of) which is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he already sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait eagerly for it with patience and composure. 

All glory goes to Jesus for His ability to change circumstances and answer our prayers. We hope for things we do not see because our abilities are not powerful enough to create change. Jesus is the power and the connection to the fulfillment of our needs. We make the connection through faith, prayer, and patience.