Daily Hope Devotionals - Proverbs 22

In this series, we’re learning how God takes us through the Six Phases of Faith—a dream, decision, delay, difficulty, dead end, and deliverance—over and over again throughout our lives to grow our faith and develop … Continue reading Six Steps for Wise Decision-Making

You need margin in your life because it’s inevitable that you’re going to have problems—and margin gives you the space you need to address them. Plans are good. The Bible says you ought to plan; … Continue reading Margin Helps You Plan for Problems

One of the deepest needs in life is the need to feel respected by others. In fact, Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good reputation and respect are worth much more than silver and gold” (CEV). But … Continue reading How to Earn Respect in Times of Conflict

Today is the last day that we’re looking together at timing. We’ve looked at times God wants you to move quickly and times when you should take life slowly. Let’s think about two more times … Continue reading Two Times When God Wants You to Take It Slow

People deal with their dreams in one of three ways: They accuse, they excuse, or they choose. Accusers spend their entire lives blaming others for why they haven’t achieved their dreams. Excusers make excuses for … Continue reading Choose to Live Your Dreams

You can’t just hear something and become wiser; you’ve got to remember it. And you can’t just remember it; you’ve got to reinforce it. Because if you don’t remember and reinforce it, you end up … Continue reading Don’t Just Hear the Bible. Remember It.

If you wait for the perfect wife or the perfect husband, you’ll never find them. Let me tell you why: No one is perfect. We’re all broken. And that’s okay. God loves you, despite your … Continue reading Let God Guide Your Choices

It’s smart to expect the best but to prepare for the worst. Solomon expressed this idea in the Bible: “A prudent man foresees the difficulties ahead and prepares for them; the simpleton goes blindly on … Continue reading What Could Go Wrong?