Daily Hope Devotional

Becoming a Student of the Bible

By Rick Warren — April 20, 2020
What do a good detective and a good Bible student have in common? They both learn to ask good questions and draw solid conclusions. When detectives arrive at a crime scene, they first observe. They … Continue reading Becoming a Student of the Bible

To Benefit from the Bible, You Have to Read It

By Rick Warren — April 19, 2020
Do you ever feel like you just don’t understand the Bible? Do you wonder why it’s not making a big difference in your life? If so, let me ask you this question: How much time … Continue reading To Benefit from the Bible, You Have to Read It

How to Welcome God’s Word into Your Heart

By Rick Warren — April 18, 2020
The Bible is one of God’s great gifts to us. But a closed Bible is worthless. To reap the benefits of the Bible, you have to get its truths into your life. One way you … Continue reading How to Welcome God’s Word into Your Heart
A baby needs many things to grow, but the most obvious requirement is nourishment. You can hold, rock, and sing to a baby—but without milk, the baby won’t grow. Our hearts are the same way. … Continue reading Want to Grow Spiritually? Accept the Bible’s Authority.

How to Build Your Life on a Strong Foundation

By Rick Warren — April 16, 2020
In the book of Matthew, Jesus tells the story of two builders: a wise one and a foolish one. The foolish man builds his house on sand. When a storm comes, the house falls with … Continue reading How to Build Your Life on a Strong Foundation

How to Let the Bible Change You

By Rick Warren — April 15, 2020
Let’s imagine together that you want to get serious about your physical health. You buy a book about exercise and tell a friend about it. “It’s going to change my life,” you say. Then six … Continue reading How to Let the Bible Change You

How to Use the Bible Like a Mirror

By Rick Warren — April 14, 2020
When was the last time you looked in a mirror? You probably look in one every day—maybe even multiple times! Why do you look in a mirror? You use it to evaluate yourself. And then … Continue reading How to Use the Bible Like a Mirror

How to Welcome God’s Word into Your Life

By Rick Warren — April 13, 2020
In America, you can find the Bible all over, from grocery stores to motel rooms, in all shapes, sizes, styles, and translations. You can hear and read parts of it on the radio and TV … Continue reading How to Welcome God’s Word into Your Life

Easter Means No More Condemnation

By Rick Warren — April 12, 2020
Have you ever wondered who put Jesus on the cross? It wasn’t Judas or Caiaphas. It wasn’t Pilate. It wasn’t even the religious leaders who hated Jesus. This may shock you, but there are two … Continue reading Easter Means No More Condemnation

God’s Love Changes Everything

By Rick Warren — April 11, 2020
Nothing you’ve ever done or will ever do can stop God from loving you. God said in Jeremiah 31:3, “I love you with an everlasting love” (GW). Do you know how long everlasting is? It’s … Continue reading God’s Love Changes Everything