Daily Hope Devotionals - 1 Peter 4

God Shaped You for Service

God shaped you to serve him. The Bible says, “God has made us what we are. In Christ Jesus, God made us to do good works, which God planned in advance for us to live … Continue reading God Shaped You for Service

Don’t Be Surprised by Adversity

You are going to experience problems in life. You’ll have times when your world is tossed upside down and everything is shaking and you don’t know which way is up. These hard times aren’t a … Continue reading Don’t Be Surprised by Adversity

Why We Need Each Other

Your abilities are for the benefit of other people. The Bible says in 1 Peter 4:10, “Each of you as a good manager must use the gift that God has given you to serve others” … Continue reading Why We Need Each Other

You Significance Comes From Serving

Whenever we pursue something in life, we do it hoping that it will give us significance. But the only way to really experience significance is to serve with others in ministry. Ministry just means doing … Continue reading You Significance Comes From Serving

The Work That Makes You Happiest Is for God’s Kingdom

Meaning matters more than money. When you get to heaven, God isn’t going to ask you, “How much money did you make?” He’s going to ask, “Did you make your life count? Did you express … Continue reading The Work That Makes You Happiest Is for God’s Kingdom

Faithful People Serve Others

God uses your talents to test your unselfishness. You have to decide in life who or what you’re going to live for. You’re either going to live a self-centered, miserly life or you’re going to … Continue reading Faithful People Serve Others

God’s Love Covers Your Sin

God says that learning how to love is the best way you can spend your life. Yesterday, we looked at two reasons why this is true. First, love validates your faith, proving you’re really in … Continue reading God’s Love Covers Your Sin

Why You Need to Walk With Others

The Bible often compares life to a walk—because life is a journey. We don’t sit still! Throughout the New Testament, we are told to walk in wisdom, love, light, and obedience. We’re told to walk … Continue reading Why You Need to Walk With Others

You Only Need God’s Approval

When you stand for the truth and do what’s right, there’s no need to be ashamed or embarrassed. The Bible says in 1 Peter 4:16, “It is no shame to suffer for being a Christian. … Continue reading You Only Need God’s Approval

What Will Be Your Contribution?

What will be the contribution of your life? Are you going to use your God-given talents and abilities to benefit yourself or other people? The Bible says, “God has given each of you some special … Continue reading What Will Be Your Contribution?