Daily Hope Devotionals - Ephesians 2

In Greek and Roman mythology, all the gods—like Zeus, Jupiter, and Apollo—have human frailties. They get angry. They lust. They’re impatient. They zap people with lightning bolts. They are inconsistent and unreliable. But the real … Continue reading Somebody Has to Pay for Sin

In Luke 23:42, one of the criminals hanging next to Jesus on the cross prayed, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” (NIV). By that time, Jesus was famous for doing miracles. But … Continue reading How Do I Know I’m Saved?

How do you learn to “R.E.L.A.X.” in the liberating grace of God? R—Realize nobody’s perfect. Psalm 119:96 is a verse directed toward God, and it declares, “Nothing is perfect except your words” (TLB). What society … Continue reading Five Ways to Relax in God’s Grace

The Bible says, “This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is accomplished from start to finish by faith. As the Scriptures say, ‘It is through faith that a … Continue reading God’s Plan to Bring You to Heaven

God didn’t create anything without a purpose. If you’re breathing, you have a purpose. In Christ, you have something to offer the world. When God made you, he wired you in a certain way and … Continue reading If You’re Breathing, You Have a Purpose

Think about your typical week. How many times do you get caught up in feeling pressured by other people—by their lifestyles, their needs, the things they’re doing, or what they expect of you? If you’re … Continue reading You’re Free to Be Yourself

Much of our identity is based upon our relationships. I’m a grandson. I’m a son. I’m a husband. I’m a grandfather. I’m a team member. I’m a small group member. I’m a pastor. I’m an … Continue reading Your Lasting Identity Comes from God’s Family

You’re not just called to do. You’re called to belong. The Bible says, “God is the One who made all things, and all things are for his glory. He wanted to have many children share … Continue reading You’re Called to Belong to the Church

God calls you to a service far beyond anything you could ever imagine. You were put on earth to make a difference and a contribution. You weren’t created just to consume resources—to eat, breathe, and … Continue reading God Has Unique Work for You to Do

What keeps you from developing your full potential? Fear. What keeps you from becoming all God wants you to be? Fear. What keeps you from building a legacy that will last into eternity? Fear. There … Continue reading Is Fear Holding You Back?