Daily Hope Devotionals - Ephesians 4
Use Your Words to Build Others Up
by Rick Warren — August 25, 2023
from Essentials for Living
Sometimes our words are like a sledgehammer. We swing away without thinking, and suddenly we look around and realize a pile of relational rubble surrounds us. When you thoughtlessly sling your words around and tear … Continue reading Use Your Words to Build Others Up
Seven Characteristics of Mercy
by Rick Warren — May 16, 2023
from The Keys to a Blessed Life
Would you like to see your relationships transformed? Then become an agent of mercy. Here are seven characteristics of mercy that God wants you to learn and apply in your life: 1. Mercy means being … Continue reading Seven Characteristics of Mercy
Learn How to Be Gentle by Walking With Jesus
by Rick Warren — May 9, 2023
from The Keys to a Blessed Life
Gentleness is important for so many reasons. It defuses conflict. It disarms critics. It’s persuasive. It’s attractive. It communicates love. Most importantly, gentleness makes you more like Jesus. In Matthew 11:28-29, Jesus says, “Come to … Continue reading Learn How to Be Gentle by Walking With Jesus
Love Helps Us Face the Truth
by Rick Warren — April 2, 2023
from Resetting My Life
When you believe a lie, you can’t make the changes you really need—which leads to self-defeat. Maybe you’re believing a lie about what will make you happy, about what God is really like, or about … Continue reading Love Helps Us Face the Truth
Spirit-Led Thinking Leads to Life
by Rick Warren — March 30, 2023
from Resetting My Life
Making changes in any area of your life requires that you change the way you think. That’s because your brain is where God’s Spirit works in you. God’s Spirit doesn’t work in your toes or … Continue reading Spirit-Led Thinking Leads to Life
Seven Characteristics of Mercy
by Rick Warren — February 9, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
Mercy is like a diamond; it is multifaceted. Today we’re going to look at seven facets of mercy. And I guarantee that learning how to be an agent of mercy will transform your relationships. 1. … Continue reading Seven Characteristics of Mercy
Why Do You Need a Mentor?
by Rick Warren — December 9, 2022
from Building Character
Even superstars need coaches. The top singers in the world have voice coaches, and the top Olympic athletes have coaches. The top CEOs have business coaches. Coaches help you maximize your strengths and minimize your … Continue reading Why Do You Need a Mentor?
Faithful Friendships Help You Grow
by Rick Warren — December 8, 2022
from Building Character
Real change requires honest community. There are some things that you will never be able to change on your own. You’re going to need people in your life for support—specifically, a small group of people … Continue reading Faithful Friendships Help You Grow
It’s Time to Clean House
by Rick Warren — December 7, 2022
from Building Character
Real change requires cleaning house. If you’re one of those people who can’t find the motivation to get your physical house clean, then cleaning your spiritual house may seem like a bigger task. But this … Continue reading It’s Time to Clean House
To Really Change, You Have to Know the Truth
by Rick Warren — December 6, 2022
from Building Character
If you want to be transformed, you can’t be conformed. The Bible says in 1 Corinthians 3:18-19, “Don’t fool yourself. Don’t think that you can be wise merely by being relevant . . . What … Continue reading To Really Change, You Have to Know the Truth
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