Daily Hope Devotionals - Matthew 5

Meekness Does Not Equal Weakness

If you want to make healthy choices—to be well and whole again—you have to become meek. Now meek doesn’t mean you are weak, even though the two words sound similar. The truth is, meekness and … Continue reading Meekness Does Not Equal Weakness

Christ is the Only Way to Freedom

God wants you to live a life of freedom. He wants you to break free from the habits that control you and drag you down. He wants you to live without the pain and hurt … Continue reading Christ is the Only Way to Freedom

God, Help Me!

At some point in life, you’ll find yourself in need of help. When that time comes, you first need to admit that you need help. And then you need to ask God for that help. … Continue reading God, Help Me!

Remember This When You’re Opposed

When you feel pressured by the world because you love Jesus and other people don’t, you want to remember three things: Opposition can make you more like Jesus. Jesus said in John 15:18-19, “If the … Continue reading Remember This When You’re Opposed

In a Season of Loss, Release Your Grief

The Bible says when you go through a season of loss, the first thing to do is release your grief. Tragedy always produces strong emotions—anger, fear, depression, worry, and sometimes guilt. These feelings can scare … Continue reading In a Season of Loss, Release Your Grief

Let Go of Your Hurt

Has someone ever done a crazy, hurtful thing to you or to someone you love? And maybe you’ve thought, “I know the Christian thing to do is to forgive, so I will. I will forgive … Continue reading Let Go of Your Hurt

God Says Respond to Unfairness With Love

Unfairness is part of the human condition. You can’t live on this earth for long without feeling like someone has treated you unfairly. Maybe it’s a parent who put you through a miserable childhood. Maybe … Continue reading God Says Respond to Unfairness With Love

Standing Out at Work

The Bible identifies five characteristics of people who excel at what they do. They work with enthusiasm. Regardless of whether the job is big or small, give it your best. Great performers give their best … Continue reading Standing Out at Work

Don’t Stop With Forgiveness

To think like Jesus means to be willing to forgive the people who have hurt you. Even on the cross, Jesus forgave. In Luke 23:34 he says of the people who tortured and hung him … Continue reading Don’t Stop With Forgiveness

Only One Opinion Matters

If you’re not sure who you really are, then you can be manipulated and molded by the pressures, problems, and people around you—and that leads to stress! Our culture is constantly trying to fit you … Continue reading Only One Opinion Matters