Daily Hope Devotionals - Colossians 1

To Know Your Purpose, Ask Your Creator

When you put your trust in Jesus Christ, you learn God’s purpose for your life. Most people don’t know the purpose of their lives. They think they know what they want or what is best … Continue reading To Know Your Purpose, Ask Your Creator

How to Find Rest at Christmas

It’s called the most wonderful time of the year. But for many people, it doesn’t feel that way. Maybe instead of wonder, you’ve found worry this Christmas season. Instead of experiencing peace on Earth, you’re … Continue reading How to Find Rest at Christmas

What It Means to Be Free

When people think about freedom, they often think about political or religious freedoms. But there is a freedom that goes far deeper: your spiritual freedom. Most people aren’t living spiritually free lives. They’re all bound … Continue reading What It Means to Be Free

What Does It Mean to Be Made in God’s Image?

From the very beginning, God’s plan has been to make you like his Son, Jesus. God announced this intention at creation: “Then God said, ‘Let us make human beings in our image and likeness’” (Genesis … Continue reading What Does It Mean to Be Made in God’s Image?

God’s Spirit Is Working in You

It’s the Holy Spirit’s job to produce Christlike character in you. The Bible says, “The Lord . . . makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image” (2 … Continue reading God’s Spirit Is Working in You

You’ve Got the Power of Christ

On the cross, Jesus destroyed Satan’s power to control your mind, your life, and your destiny. When Jesus said, “It is finished” (John 19:30 NIV), Satan should have said, “I’m finished.” His days are numbered! … Continue reading You’ve Got the Power of Christ

Christ Is the Visible Image of the Invisible God

Who was the little baby in the manger we celebrate at Christmas? Colossians 1:15 says, “Christ is the visible image of the invisible God” (NLT). You’ve heard the phrase that, if you want something done … Continue reading Christ Is the Visible Image of the Invisible God

There’s Only One True Source for Identity and Purpose

The only way to know who you are and what your purpose is in life is to look to Jesus Christ. Why? Because he created you! “We look at this Son and see God’s original … Continue reading There’s Only One True Source for Identity and Purpose

Your Debt Is Paid

All of us are in debt to someone. You may not be financially in debt, but you’ve offended, hurt, or sinned against someone. All of us have. But you have an even bigger debt. The … Continue reading Your Debt Is Paid

How to Live Free from Satan’s Power

Satan loves to manipulate people. He does it all the time. Temptation and condemnation are Satan’s two favorite methods to do so. First, he tempts us by minimizing sin before we do it. He’ll whisper … Continue reading How to Live Free from Satan’s Power