Daily Hope Devotionals - Contentment

One reason people struggle with contentment is because we’re always looking for explanations for why things happen in our lives. But God doesn’t tell us why most things happen, and that can frustrate us. Sometimes … Continue reading Why Doesn’t God Tell You Why?

When Jesus said, “I am the light of the world”, he was defining himself. He was saying, “I know who I am.” At least 18 times in the Bible, Jesus said, “I am”—and then gave … Continue reading Insecure? Remember Whose You Are

The reason you have value is because of what God says about you, not because of what other people say about you. Yesterday we talked about how to use your spiritual gifts for God’s glory. … Continue reading We Need You and Your Spiritual Gifts

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 to bring glory to him—means to believe God … Continue reading Even Your Weaknesses Bring Glory to God

Do you feel unsatisfied with your life? Are you ready to live a fulfilled, meaningful life? It’s time to start looking for satisfaction in Jesus alone. If you’re like most people, you’re always looking around, … Continue reading How to Satisfy Your Spiritual Thirst

Many people are feeling financial instability these days—no matter how much they have in the bank. Some are wondering, Am I going to have a job next week? What’s going to happen to the economy? … Continue reading How Much More Do You Need?

Do you get offended easily? Are you always looking for a fight? Does your defense mechanism kick in during every other conversation? The Bible says that, if you are wise, you won’t antagonize someone’s anger: … Continue reading Wise People Avoid Arguments

Do you remember seeing the photo of an elderly woman in a throng of young people who all have their phones up, trying to capture whatever moment is in front of them? The old woman … Continue reading Don’t Be a Show-off Online

When it looks like God’s blessing somebody in a way that he’s not blessing you, relax and trust God. Believe that he knows what’s best for you, and trust him when life seems unfair. One … Continue reading When You Envy, You’re in a Battle with God

The key to overcoming envy is to stop comparing yourself to others. Comparing is the root of all envy. And it was the first mistake made in the parable of the vineyard workers: The ones … Continue reading Get to Know Others So You Won’t Envy Them