Daily Hope Devotionals - James 2
Four Reasons to Be Merciful
by Rick Warren — May 15, 2023
from The Keys to a Blessed Life
Jesus says in Matthew 5:7, “God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy” (NLT). In other words, you’re going to get what you give. If you want God’s blessing on your … Continue reading Four Reasons to Be Merciful
Four Reasons God Wants You to Show Mercy
by Rick Warren — February 15, 2023
from Living in the Goodness of God
Have you ever noticed that if you’re critical with others, they’re critical with you? If you’re kind to others, they’re kind to you? Or if you’re generous with others, then they’re generous with you? Whatever … Continue reading Four Reasons God Wants You to Show Mercy
What Difference Does Mercy Make?
by Rick Warren — April 9, 2022
from The Miracle of Mercy
This Easter season, we’ve been looking at God’s mercy and why you need it in your life. His mercy is something you can’t live without. And even though you don’t deserve it and can’t earn … Continue reading What Difference Does Mercy Make?
Take the Next Step of Faith
by Rick Warren — November 9, 2021
from Connecting With God: The Lord's Prayer
I don’t know what step you need to take next, but I do know that you need to take it. Your next step may be to accept Jesus Christ into your life or to be … Continue reading Take the Next Step of Faith
Be Merciful, as One Who Has Been Shown Mercy
by Rick Warren — January 17, 2021
from A Faith That Works When Life Doesn’t
God doesn’t want you to show mercy only to the people you like, or only to the people it’s easy to be merciful to. God wants you to be merciful to everyone. Why? Because you … Continue reading Be Merciful, as One Who Has Been Shown Mercy
Is Social Media a Helpful Tool or a Crutch?
by Rick Warren — October 9, 2020
What makes social media so addictive? Why do you have to go back and check a picture 50 times after you post? Why are you constantly checking your phone? Everybody wants the approval of others. … Continue reading Is Social Media a Helpful Tool or a Crutch?
Stop Passing Judgment
by Rick Warren — September 9, 2020
As followers of Jesus, we live in a constant tension. On one hand, we want to honor God and do what he wants. On the other hand, everything in our world is directly opposed to … Continue reading Stop Passing Judgment
Real Faith Is More Than Just Believing
by Rick Warren — June 27, 2020
Did you know the Devil believes in Jesus? So do the demons. But you won’t find any of them in heaven. Why? Because saying you believe in Jesus doesn’t mean you have faith in him. … Continue reading Real Faith Is More Than Just Believing
Surrender What You Can’t Control
by Rick Warren — June 19, 2020
If you want to come through a crisis like a global pandemic with your emotional health intact, you’ll need to learn to control what’s controllable in your life and trust God for the rest. God … Continue reading Surrender What You Can’t Control
How to Overcome the Sin of Prejudice
by Rick Warren — June 15, 2020
Prejudice is a serious sin. It’s not some infraction that God winks at. To call it anything but sin would be against what the Bible teaches: “You will be doing the right thing if you … Continue reading How to Overcome the Sin of Prejudice
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