Daily Hope Devotionals - Healing

Seek God, Not Just His Gifts

Millions of Christians spend their time seeking something from God and not God himself. When you’re praying for healing and restoration, it’s okay to want a miracle. But ultimately, it should be God you seek—not … Continue reading Seek God, Not Just His Gifts

Don’t Stop Asking for Healing

If something in your life needs to be healed or restored, you should first humble yourself and then admit you’re not in control. You tell God you can’t do it on your own. Then ask … Continue reading Don’t Stop Asking for Healing

When God Doesn’t Take the Pain Away

I was born with a brain disorder that, among other things, makes public speaking painful. Essentially, my brain runs extremely hot and fast, and it causes all kinds of problems in my body. For 50 … Continue reading When God Doesn’t Take the Pain Away

Avoiding the Rearview Mirror

You’ve heard the saying, “Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it.” That’s true—but it’s only part of the story. You can learn a lot by looking at your past—but you can’t … Continue reading Avoiding the Rearview Mirror

Let It Go

If you’ve been hurt by someone, whether it’s physical or emotional, you’ve got a decision to make. You can use your energy to get well or to get even. But you can’t do both. Jesus … Continue reading Let It Go

Tell God About It

We all respond to hidden wounds in different ways. Some people act out. Other people get angry all the time. Others self-medicate with drugs or alcohol. Still others try to escape the pain by moving … Continue reading Tell God About It

There Is One Thing You Can Change

When your life feels like it’s falling apart, knowing what you can change—and what you can’t change—can make all the difference. You can’t change your past. You can’t change your parents. You can’t change the … Continue reading There Is One Thing You Can Change

Let’s Get Real With Each Other

To change the defects in your life, you’ve got to have people in your life who tell you the truth. You’re not going to get well on your own. You’re going to need support. You’re … Continue reading Let’s Get Real With Each Other

When It’s Not the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Jesus came at Christmas to heal our hurts, including our hidden ones. No matter who you meet, anywhere around the world, you will always have one thing in common: Everybody has a hidden wound. Everyone … Continue reading When It’s Not the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

We Love Because God First Loved Us

God is always first in everything. He takes the initiative. The only reason you can love God or anybody else is because God first loved you. The Bible says in 1 John 4:19, “We love … Continue reading We Love Because God First Loved Us