Daily Hope Devotionals - Identity

Someone in my church once sent me a note that said, “Pastor Rick, because I don’t really know who I am or who I’m supposed to be, I end up molding myself to the expectations … Continue reading Knowing God Helps You Know Yourself

Some people mistakenly believe that God only smiles at them when they’re doing something right, when they mature spiritually, or when they complete what God has called them to do. But that couldn’t be further … Continue reading God Is Cheering You On!

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

The Bible uses the term “heart” to describe the bundle of desires, hopes, interests, ambitions, dreams, and affections that you have. Your heart represents the source of all your motivations—what you love to do and … Continue reading The Clues to Where You Should Be Serving

I know lots of people who like to pretend. I’m not talking about children who play make-believe. I’m talking about adults who try to pretend they’re somebody else to get the approval of others. Maybe … Continue reading You Don’t Need to Pretend Anymore

If you don’t know who you are, you’ll find all sorts of people who are more than happy to tell you. Our culture will try to mold you into a certain image. Your parents will … Continue reading Managing Stress Like Jesus: Know Who You Are

God did not make you to be what somebody else wants you to be. God didn’t make you to be what your parents want you to be, what your girlfriend or boyfriend wants you to … Continue reading Focus on Pleasing God, Not People

While you were given a brand-new nature at the moment of conversion, you still have old habits, patterns, and practices that need to be removed and replaced. Let go of the fears that keep you … Continue reading How to Remove and Replace Your Old Habits

When Jesus said, “I am the light of the world,” he was defining himself. He was saying, “I know who I am.” At least 18 times in the Bible, Jesus said, “I am” and then … Continue reading Be Confident in Whose You Are

You don’t have to stay the same! In conversion, we’re given a new identity. Look at Jacob in the book of Genesis. Once Jacob confesses his manipulative behavior, God gives him a new identity. Notice … Continue reading God Makes You New