Daily Hope Devotionals - Contentment

Hold Your Blessings with an Open Hand

God is more interested in your character than your comfort. He’s not going to give you things if you haven’t learned the principle of contentment first. Contentment is not a lack of ambition. It’s not … Continue reading Hold Your Blessings with an Open Hand

Sow in This Season to Reap God’s Blessing

Every farmer knows that what you sow in one season, you will reap in another season. You plant in the spring, and you harvest in the fall. The way you respond to someone or to … Continue reading Sow in This Season to Reap God’s Blessing

Don’t Confuse Your Work and Your Worth

We can come up with many excuses for overworking. Sometimes we blame it on needing to provide for our family. Other times we insist our work is so important that to slow down would be … Continue reading Don’t Confuse Your Work and Your Worth

You’re Not Just Wanted—You’re Needed!

The reason you have value is because of what God says about you, not because of what other people say about you. Many people lack self-esteem. They don’t feel good about themselves because they’re always … Continue reading You’re Not Just Wanted—You’re Needed!

Even Your Weaknesses Bring Glory to God

Spiritual gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, Experiences—these are the five things that make you, you. I call them your SHAPE. Accepting your SHAPE —the unique way God made you that brings glory to him—means you believe … Continue reading Even Your Weaknesses Bring Glory to God

Slow Down by Learning Contentment

If you’re serious about slowing down, don’t start with your schedule. Start with your heart. Paul says in Philippians 4:11, “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances” (NIV). Notice that Paul says he … Continue reading Slow Down by Learning Contentment

Contentment Is a Sign of Spiritual Maturity

Instead of being regretful, you need to be grateful. Instead of complaining, you need to remember that everything is a gift from God. The Bible says in 1 Corinthians 4:7-8, “Isn’t everything you have and … Continue reading Contentment Is a Sign of Spiritual Maturity

Comparing Is the Root of Envy

Comparing is the root of all envy. If you can get rid of comparing in your life, you can get rid of envy in your life. Here’s the problem: Comparing is our favorite indoor sport. … Continue reading Comparing Is the Root of Envy

Four Ways Envy Damages Your Life

The number one thing that holds you back from God’s purpose and mission for your life is a very subtle sin. It’s not lust, pride, or anger. It’s not worry, fear, or discouragement. In fact, … Continue reading Four Ways Envy Damages Your Life

The Importance of Being You

To live an abundant life that overflows with God’s goodness, the first thing you need to do is start being grateful and stop complaining. The second thing you need to do is start being content … Continue reading The Importance of Being You