Daily Hope Devotionals - Goodness
Testing Comes Before Blessing
by Rick Warren — February 3, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
Some prayers are answered immediately, but others take weeks, months, or even years. You probably know this all too well! But there’s good news: While you’re praying for God’s answer, you’re going to learn some … Continue reading Testing Comes Before Blessing
Hold on for God’s Blessing
by Rick Warren — February 2, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
When God blessed Jacob, he promised to give him land, multiply his family, make him a mighty nation, and use him to bless the world. He made Jacob and his family God’s chosen people. But … Continue reading Hold on for God’s Blessing
When God Appoints You, He Anoints You
by Rick Warren — February 1, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
God never asks you to do something without providing what you need to do it. Anointing is a sign of God’s equipping and empowering you to fulfill an assignment he’s given you. Do you want … Continue reading When God Appoints You, He Anoints You
How God Helps You in Your Grief
by Rick Warren — January 31, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
Everyone will experience loss. And you don’t just “get over” a loss. You can’t go under it; you can’t go around it. You’ve got to go through the grief. If you’re scared to express emotion … Continue reading How God Helps You in Your Grief
Surrender Your Defense to God
by Rick Warren — January 30, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
King David knew what it meant to be attacked emotionally, verbally, and physically. As a young man, he was anointed by the prophet Samuel to be the next king of Israel, but Saul was still … Continue reading Surrender Your Defense to God
Look at Others the Way God Looks at You
by Rick Warren — January 28, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
What’s in our hearts often determines what we feel when we look at people. When we see a crowd, we can easily get irritated or impatient. But when Jesus saw a crowd, “he had compassion … Continue reading Look at Others the Way God Looks at You
How Jesus Treats His Sheep
by Rick Warren — January 27, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
Yesterday we looked at how the goodness of God directs and protects you. Today we’ll look at three more benefits of God’s goodness: how he guides, guards, and saves you through Jesus, the Good Shepherd. … Continue reading How Jesus Treats His Sheep
Jesus Protects and Directs You
by Rick Warren — January 26, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
Sheep are essentially defenseless animals, so a shepherd carries a few tools to care for and protect his sheep. He has a rod for guarding and protecting, and he uses a staff with a little … Continue reading Jesus Protects and Directs You
Don’t Be Afraid!
by Rick Warren — January 25, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
What are you worried about today? The economy? Your health? Your bills? Your kids? Are you worried about the future? The fact is there are a lot of reasons to be afraid in today’s world. … Continue reading Don’t Be Afraid!
Keep Your Eyes on the Light
by Rick Warren — January 24, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
A common source of stress is loss. You can lose your job, your health, your money, your reputation, or a loved one. And when you add all the other challenges you have in life, it … Continue reading Keep Your Eyes on the Light
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