Daily Hope Devotionals - Proverbs 29

Who Do You Think You Are?

If you don’t want to just drift through your life and, instead, you want to break out of discouragement and despair and depression, then you’re going to have to learn to tune some people out. … Continue reading Who Do You Think You Are?

Successful People Help the Poor

If you want to live a successful life, the Bible offers some countercultural instruction: Serve the poor! How can serving the poor help you be successful? The Bible gives numerous reasons. Here are just a … Continue reading Successful People Help the Poor

The Cost of Anger

When someone is angry with you, it’s easy to show anger in return. But before you allow yourself to get mad back, calculate what you’re going to lose. Calculate the cost of anger. The Bible … Continue reading The Cost of Anger

The Cost of Misplaced Anger

Anger has a price tag. When you realize that truth, you’re more likely to control the anger in your life. The Bible tells us, “A hot-tempered man . . . gets into all kinds of … Continue reading The Cost of Misplaced Anger

Are You Ready to Respond Responsibly?

Some of the clearest evidence of maturity and responsibility in your life is when you can handle the pressures, problems, and pains of life without becoming angry. The key to responsibility is learning to control … Continue reading Are You Ready to Respond Responsibly?

How to Face Your Fears and Indecision

The root of all indecision is fear. We all struggle with different kinds of fears. We’re afraid we’ll make mistakes and embarrass ourselves. We’re afraid we won’t be able to finish what we’ve started. We’re … Continue reading How to Face Your Fears and Indecision

The Cost of Uncontrolled Anger

When you remember the cost of uncontrolled anger, you will be more motivated to manage it. You’re less likely to get angry if you realize there’s always a price to anger. The book of Proverbs … Continue reading The Cost of Uncontrolled Anger

Anger Is a Choice

If you want to tame your temper, you must resolve to manage it. You have to quit saying, “I can’t control it!” and realize that you can. Just like love, anger is a choice. When … Continue reading Anger Is a Choice

Break Free from the Prison of Pretending

Pretending to be someone you’re not is exhausting, isn’t it? Too many people have spent so much of their lives pretending that they don’t remember who they really are anymore. They’ve spent all their energy … Continue reading Break Free from the Prison of Pretending

God’s Opinion Matters Most

Every time you make a decision based on what other people will think, you sow seeds for failure in your life. You may not realize it, but fearing the disapproval of others causes more problems … Continue reading God’s Opinion Matters Most