Daily Hope Devotionals - John 1

Get to Know the Creator and Savior

by Rick Warren — December 21, 2024
from Will I Make Room for Jesus

Jesus came to earth as a baby at Christmas so that we could get to know him. While there are many titles for God, here are two ways he wants you to know him. Know … Continue reading Get to Know the Creator and Savior
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To Pray Effectively, Get to Know God

by Rick Warren — September 19, 2024
from 40 Days of Prayer

The fruitfulness of your prayers doesn’t depend on how much you know about prayer but on how much you know about God. The more you understand God, the more effective your prayers are going to … Continue reading To Pray Effectively, Get to Know God
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This Christmas, Get to Know Your Savior

by Rick Warren — December 16, 2023
from Jesus Came to Light Up Your Life

Nobody’s perfect. That’s pretty common knowledge! I’ve met thousands of people as I’ve traveled around the world, and I’ve never met anybody who claimed to be sinless. I don’t measure up to my own standards, … Continue reading This Christmas, Get to Know Your Savior
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God Wants Your Beliefs Turned into Behavior

by Rick Warren — June 16, 2023
from 40 Days in the Word

I once was asked what the best translation of the Bible was. My answer: when you translate it into your life. That’s what Bible study is all about. If you’re not translating God’s Word into … Continue reading God Wants Your Beliefs Turned into Behavior
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How to Grow Your Relationship With God

by Rick Warren — February 22, 2023
from The Life You Were Meant to Live

Yesterday we talked about why it’s important for you to know the purpose of your life so that God can use you while you’re here on Earth. This life is preparation for eternity—but what does … Continue reading How to Grow Your Relationship With God
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Christmas Comes With a Choice

by Rick Warren — December 23, 2022
from Behold! The Best News Ever

Redemption is when somebody pays for your sins so that you can be forgiven and walk away justified. They do your time. They pay your penalty. All the things you’ve done wrong are paid for … Continue reading Christmas Comes With a Choice
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Jesus’ Sacrifice Is for Everyone

by Rick Warren — December 21, 2022
from Behold! The Best News Ever

When Mary and Joseph took baby Jesus to be dedicated at the temple, a really old man named Simeon was there. Simeon had been waiting his whole life to see the Messiah. He took one … Continue reading Jesus’ Sacrifice Is for Everyone
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The Greatest Gift Ever

by Rick Warren — December 17, 2022
from Behold! The Best News Ever

The greatest gift you’ve ever been given wasn’t bought in a store. No cash exchanged hands. It wasn’t even wrapped. Yet it cost the Giver everything. The Bible says God sent his Son to Earth … Continue reading The Greatest Gift Ever
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This Christmas, Get to Know Your Savior

by Rick Warren — December 22, 2021
from The Light of Jesus at Christmas

Nobody’s perfect. That’s pretty common knowledge! I’ve met thousands of people as I’ve traveled around the world, and I’ve never met anybody who claimed to be sinless. I don’t measure up to my own standards, … Continue reading This Christmas, Get to Know Your Savior
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Jesus Came to Light Up Your Life

by Rick Warren — December 19, 2021
from The Light of Jesus at Christmas

Why does God talk so much about light in the Bible? Because God is light. When he is Savior and Lord of your life, the light of his love gives you hope in the dark … Continue reading Jesus Came to Light Up Your Life
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