Daily Hope Devotionals - God

Hope in God, Not Your Bank Account

The only thing in all of creation that worries is a human being. Plants don’t worry. Animals don’t worry. Only human beings act as if we don’t have a heavenly Father. When you worry about … Continue reading Hope in God, Not Your Bank Account

God Answers You When You Ask Questions

If you want to hear God speak, worship God. In other words, thank him for his presence in your life and for being interested in the details of your life. Thank him for answering your … Continue reading God Answers You When You Ask Questions

The Value of Faith in a Faithless World

We live in an increasingly faithless world. It is a secular world of shifting values and growing egocentrism. If Jesus came back today, how many people of faith would he find? And would you be … Continue reading The Value of Faith in a Faithless World

God Calls You to a Relationship with Him

The most important calling on your life isn’t to something you do. Your most important calling isn’t to a role. It’s not to regulations, rules, or rituals. It’s not even to a religion. Your first … Continue reading God Calls You to a Relationship with Him

To Be Productive, You Must Be Connected

In the Bible, the vineyard is a picture of the church. It’s a metaphor describing how a church family helps you grow like fruit on a tree or grapes on a vine. Fruitfulness in Scripture … Continue reading To Be Productive, You Must Be Connected

Find Your Unique Value as Part of the Body of Christ

Only within the body of Christ do you find your unique value. The Bible says we’re all different, but together we can accomplish what we could never do on our own. When we’re a part … Continue reading Find Your Unique Value as Part of the Body of Christ

You Need the Support of a Church Family

If you’re a part of God’s family, the church, you don’t have to go through life’s ups and downs on your own. A building is one of the most important pictures of the church in … Continue reading You Need the Support of a Church Family

Your Lasting Identity Comes from God’s Family

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 Called to Belong to the Church

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

Your Calling and Community Go Together

You can’t fulfill God’s call for your life on your own. It’s impossible, because calling and community go together. It’s like the parts of your body. They’re worthless unless they’re connected. You may have an … Continue reading Your Calling and Community Go Together