Daily Hope Devotionals - Fear

When the future is uncertain and there is a lot of fear, it might seem like your story is coming to an end. But the Bible says, “We often suffer, but we are never crushed. … Continue reading This Is Not the End of the Story

When everything around you is uncertain, the key to stability is to focus on unchangeable truth. You need to focus on what never changes: God’s Word and God’s character. Here are some unchangeable truths you … Continue reading Focus on What Is Unchanging

In Israel, on the road from Jerusalem to Jericho, there’s a canyon called the Valley of the Shadow of Death. In his day, King David probably traveled through it many times. Some of the canyons … Continue reading Valleys Are a Part of Life

You may not be in the valley of the shadow of death right now, but you may be in another valley. Valleys are the hard places on your journey, where it’s easy to doubt or … Continue reading When You Walk Through the Valley: Three Truths to Remember

Did you know that sheep don’t like to lie down? And people are just like them! But if you don’t choose to slow down, God will make you lie down. Living life God’s way means … Continue reading Exchange Your Restlessness for God’s Peace

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

Sometimes, when God wants to grow your faith, he gives you the “Where Test.” If you’re asking, “Where, Lord?” and feel like God isn’t answering, you’re probably in the middle of a Where Test. God … Continue reading Faith Means Following, Without Knowing Where

How do you defeat discouragement in your life? By following Nehemiah’s example. In Nehemiah 4, you’ll find three things you can do to resist discouragement. Reinforce weak areas. Make an honest assessment of where you … Continue reading Three Ways to Overcome Discouragement

God doesn’t want you to get discouraged and quit at the halfway point of life. He wants you to make it to the finish line. He’s called you to look up, not give up. Psalm … Continue reading Look Up—Don’t Give Up!

God’s plans and your plans can work together to accomplish the purpose he has for you. Nehemiah is a great example of this. Yesterday we talked about the first two steps Nehemiah took when he … Continue reading Don’t Let Fear Stop You From Making Plans