Daily Hope Devotionals - Adversity

There’s Purpose to Your Work Problems

Have you ever had a problem at work? Of course you have. Everyone—no matter where they work or who they work with—has had some kind of trouble at some point in their job. The Bible … Continue reading There’s Purpose to Your Work Problems

When You Want to Know, ‘How Long, Lord?’

Many people suffer from prolonged pain, whether it’s chronic physical, emotional, spiritual, relational, or financial pain. Maybe you’re experiencing extended suffering, and you feel like you might have to endure it for the rest of … Continue reading When You Want to Know, ‘How Long, Lord?’

What Causes Conflict?

You probably don’t like conflict. Most people try to avoid it as much as possible! But conflict is inevitable in life—because no one is perfect. But if you want to build a better future and … Continue reading What Causes Conflict?

Why Do You Get Discouraged?

Have you noticed how discouragement sets in at the midpoint of almost anything you do? It’s true in parenting, marriage, school, and in your career. But God has called you to finish the race he … Continue reading Why Do You Get Discouraged?

How to Respond to Ridicule

Life is full of God-given opportunities. But with every opportunity, there will be opposition—especially in today’s increasingly divided culture. The Bible confirms it: “In fact, anyone who belongs to Christ Jesus and wants to live … Continue reading How to Respond to Ridicule

Why Opposition and Opportunity Go Together

One of the greatest tests of character is how you handle opposition. In fact, opposition is part of God’s will for your life; it prepares you for the opportunities ahead. The Bible says, “There is … Continue reading Why Opposition and Opportunity Go Together

How to Build a Dream for Your Life

As you look to God to do great things in your life, there are two facts you need to understand about the dreams he gives you. First, no dream is built without the support of … Continue reading How to Build a Dream for Your Life

Problems Prepare You for Eternity

You need more than positive thinking to survive in this world. You need hope. In 1 Peter 1, the Bible offers five reasons you can have hope through Jesus Christ. In the last few days’ … Continue reading Problems Prepare You for Eternity

Three Ways to Look at Trouble in Light of Eternity

When you live in light of eternity, you don’t get discouraged as easily by trouble. You don’t give up because you know what is coming is the best gift you’ve ever been given.  The Bible … Continue reading Three Ways to Look at Trouble in Light of Eternity

Do You Have a Safety Net?

As a pastor, I see situations every day that no one should ever have to go through alone. Nobody should ever have to wait alone in the hospital while a loved one is in life-or-death … Continue reading Do You Have a Safety Net?