Daily Hope Devotionals - Prayer

It took me a while, but I finally figured out that this marriage thing is about communication. I discovered that on the days when I had deep, soul-communication with my wife Kay—not “Hi. How are … Continue reading Have a Conversation with Your Creator

We tend to think of gossip as one of those “little” sins. But when God talks about gossip, he puts it on the list with things like sexual immorality and murder. Why? Because it is … Continue reading Don’t Let Gossip Destroy Your Relationships

Since God thought up the whole idea of relationships between men and women, parents and children, and friends, doesn’t it make sense to go him for direction when you have a problem? As today’s verse … Continue reading If You Want to Know What to Do, Just Ask

If you want to build a deep relationship with God, you have to slow down and be quiet. Friendship with God is like any other friendship—you have to make time for it. If you don’t … Continue reading Give God Your Best Time

It may seem obvious, but one thing that can keep you from knowing God’s will is not asking him about it. James 4:2 says, “You do not have, because you do not ask” (ESV). God … Continue reading Two Ways the Holy Spirit Guides You

God can use impressions to speak to you. He can use circumstances. He can even use pain. He can use whatever he wants to use. Oswald Chambers said, “God is the Great Engineer, creating circumstances … Continue reading God’s Guidance Won’t Leave You Confused

Do you ever wonder if prayer really works? You’re praying about something and Satan whispers to you, “Who do you think you are? What do you think you’re doing? God is not listening. Don’t waste … Continue reading Change Relationships through Prayer

Anytime you worry, it reveals a particular area of your life where you have not given God first place. Any area of your life where God is not in control is going to be a … Continue reading Give Jesus First Place in Your Areas of Worry

The best thing to do when you start to worry is pray. Prayer has power! It has the power to change your perspective. It has the power to change your heart. It has the power … Continue reading Five Reasons Worry Is Worthless

God is the source of everything you need to live. He is the Good Shepherd who feeds, leads, and meets your needs. You don’t have to look anywhere else. You don’t have to look to … Continue reading Replace Worry with Worship