Daily Hope Devotionals - Guidance
Failure Can Be Good for You
by Rick Warren — November 17, 2023
from How God Turns Setbacks into Comebacks
We usually think of failure as negative. But wise people know how to take advantage of failure. They learn from it. They use it as an education. One of your purposes in life is to … Continue reading Failure Can Be Good for You
Take a Step of Faith in Spite of Your Fear
by Rick Warren — November 11, 2023
from How God Turns Setbacks into Comebacks
We all have fears. Too often, though, we let them rule us and stop us from taking a stand for what we know God wants us to do. Like Daniel standing in the lion’s den, … Continue reading Take a Step of Faith in Spite of Your Fear
Faith Is God’s Word Activated
by Rick Warren — June 12, 2023
from 40 Days in the Word
God promises thousands of times in the Bible that he will act on our behalf if we obey him. When I read those promises, it gives me confidence. I know that if I do what … Continue reading Faith Is God’s Word Activated
Enough Light for the Next Step
by Rick Warren — June 11, 2023
from 40 Days in the Word
Everyone needs light. You need physical light to make sure you can see the world around you, to avoid running into obstacles. Through his Word, God wants to provide light for your mind too. The … Continue reading Enough Light for the Next Step
Why Pain Keeps You from Greater Harm
by Rick Warren — March 16, 2023
from Where is God When It Hurts
Sometimes God uses pain to protect you and guard you. Pain in one area can keep you from having an even worse pain in another area; it protects you from greater harm. In this way, … Continue reading Why Pain Keeps You from Greater Harm
God’s Correction Is Not Punishment
by Rick Warren — March 15, 2023
from Where is God When It Hurts
Do you know the difference between correction and punishment? Punishment is a penalty for the past, and correction is training for the future. Correction is discipline, not punishment. When something bad happens, we often think … Continue reading God’s Correction Is Not Punishment
Pain Can Point You Toward Your Purpose
by Rick Warren — March 14, 2023
from Where is God When It Hurts
Even when you’re not aware of it, God is directing your life. Proverbs 16:9 says, “A person may plan his own journey, but the LORD directs his steps” (GW). God likes to direct you through … Continue reading Pain Can Point You Toward Your Purpose
Goodness and Mercy Will Always Follow You
by Rick Warren — February 8, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
When you put your trust in Jesus, you never need to fear the future. His goodness and mercy are with you every day. You’re following the Good Shepherd, and he is out in front … Continue reading Goodness and Mercy Will Always Follow 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
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