Daily Hope Devotionals - Discipleship
God’s Family Helps You Grow
by Rick Warren — December 10, 2021
from God’s Vision for the Rest of Your Life
God doesn’t want you to remain a spiritual baby. He wants you to become like Christ. He wants you to grow. But here’s the catch: You can’t do it on your own. Babies don’t just … Continue reading God’s Family Helps You Grow
Seek God, Not His Gifts
by Rick Warren — August 20, 2021
from 40 Days of Prayer
Millions of Christians spend all their time seeking what God has to give them and no time seeking God himself. When you’re praying for healing and restoration, it’s okay to want a miracle. But, ultimately, … Continue reading Seek God, Not His Gifts
Spiritual Growth Begins with a Decision
by Rick Warren — July 19, 2021
from Life's Healing Choices
God wants you to grow up. The Bible says, “We are not meant to remain as children” (Ephesians 4:14 PHILLIPS). Your heavenly Father’s goal for you is to mature and develop the characteristics of Jesus … Continue reading Spiritual Growth Begins with a Decision
The Great Commission Is Not a Suggestion
by Rick Warren — June 27, 2021
from Leaving a Lasting Legacy
The whole world needs Jesus. Jesus said this very clearly over and over, and in Matthew 28:18-20 he gave his followers the Great Commission: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to … Continue reading The Great Commission Is Not a Suggestion
Care About What God Cares About
by Rick Warren — January 15, 2020
The starting point for developing the character of Jesus is to care about what God cares about. For instance, God cares about the world, so we should care about the world. The Bible says, “For … Continue reading Care About What God Cares About
God Will Finish What He Started in You
by Rick Warren — November 17, 2019
God always finishes what he starts—and that includes shaping your character. God has been molding your character to be like his Son’s. You were created to be like Christ. But here’s the best part: God … Continue reading God Will Finish What He Started in You
Gather Your Team for Spiritual Growth
by Rick Warren — November 15, 2019
If you want to go the distance in your relationship with Jesus, don’t run the marathon on your own. No one can run the race for you, but other people can—and should—run the race with … Continue reading Gather Your Team for Spiritual Growth
Take Baby Steps to Spiritual Maturity
by Rick Warren — November 13, 2019
It’s no accident that the Bible routinely refers to the Christian life as a race. Just like in a long-distance race, you must be patient to grow as a Christian. The Bible says, “Let us … Continue reading Take Baby Steps to Spiritual Maturity
Mentoring Matters for Spiritual Growth
by Rick Warren — September 13, 2019
Every Christian needs both a Paul and a Timothy. A “Paul” is somebody who has been a Christian longer than you and is helping to train and encourage you. That person may only be a … Continue reading Mentoring Matters for Spiritual Growth
You’re Called to Become Like Christ
by Rick Warren — August 27, 2019
Most of us had big dreams when we were young. We wanted to become something great. Maybe it was a baseball player or a ballerina or the president. For most of us, that dream looks … Continue reading You’re Called to Become Like Christ
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