Daily Hope Devotionals - Forgiveness

Too many of us don’t really understand what forgiveness is. I’m convinced that if more people knew what real forgiveness looked like, they’d be much more willing to forgive instead of holding on to past … Continue reading Four Steps to Forgiving Others

If you hang on to resentment, it will always hurt you more than anyone else. Resentment is self-destructive and counterproductive. Resentment doesn’t make any sense! If anyone ever had a reason to be resentful, it … Continue reading Resentment Hurts You More than Anyone Else

We will all be hurt in this life. Many times we’ll be hurt intentionally by what people say about us or what people do to us. In fact, anytime we read the word “forgiveness,” we … Continue reading Forgive Because God Forgave You

Some of the clearest evidence of maturity and responsibility in your life is when you can handle the pressures, problems, and pains of life without becoming angry. The key to responsibility is learning to control … Continue reading Are You Ready to Respond Responsibly?

God is always ready to give you another chance. That’s a foundational piece of Christianity. We’ve all been irresponsible. We’ve all screwed up. The Bible tells us, “Not a single person on earth is always … Continue reading You Don’t Have to Live With Guilt

We’ve all had our heart broken in some way—maybe by disappointment, fear, shame, rejection, or ridicule. I would say to you, as your friend, that I’m sorry your heart has been broken. I really am. … Continue reading Broken Heart? The Lord Is Close

When you understand how God has uniquely shaped you, then you know what purpose he has created you for. Understanding that purpose helps you to focus your life and make better use of the time … Continue reading Every Believer Has Spiritual Gifts

If you are unwilling to forgive someone and you don’t want God to forgive them either, that reveals bitterness and resentment in your life. If you want someone else to be punished but you expect … Continue reading Why You Should Always Choose Forgiveness

Life is full of interruptions. Sometimes we have big plans—for a career, family, or ministry—but God takes our lives in a different direction. When our plans and God’s plans don’t match up, we often try … Continue reading When Your Plans and God’s Plans Don’t Match

God only uses imperfect, broken people. If God only used perfect people, nothing would get done because perfect people don’t exist! If you’re willing to be used by God, he will use you. No matter … Continue reading New Day, New Opportunity to Fulfill Your Mission