Daily Hope Devotionals - Service

Service is not something you tack onto your schedule to fill up your “spare time.” It is the heart of the Christian life. Jesus came “to serve” and “to give”—and those two verbs should define … Continue reading Spiritual Maturity Is Never an End in Itself

The Bible uses the term “heart” to describe the bundle of desires, hopes, interests, ambitions, dreams, and affections that you have. Your heart represents the source of all your motivations—what you love to do and … Continue reading The Clues to Where You Should Be Serving

Do you know what God created you for? Do you know what your destiny is? Fulfilling your destiny requires recognizing the unique way God has created you. This includes the things you can’t control, such … Continue reading What to Do with What You’re Given

God calls you to a service far beyond anything you could ever imagine. You were put on earth to make a difference and a contribution. You weren’t created just to consume resources—to eat, breathe, and … Continue reading God Has Unique Work for You to Do

If you want to serve people through ministry, you need to slow down and observe the world. It helps you be sensitive to the needs of other people. If you wanted to take a cross-country … Continue reading To Serve Others, Open Your Eyes

If you want to serve others the way Jesus serves you, then toss your schedule out the window. People need you when they need you. You must be willing to be interrupted. They won’t need … Continue reading Be Willing to Be Interrupted

Looking out for the needs of others will always require a cost, some sacrifice of time, money, energy, reputation, or privacy. Jesus sacrificed for you, and you become more like Jesus when you sacrifice for … Continue reading As You Care for Others, Trust God’s Care for You

In yesterday’s devotional, we talked about seven facets of mercy. Today, I want you to consider some personal application questions for each of the aspects. I want to challenge you to commit an act of … Continue reading Commit Acts of Premeditated Mercy

Awesome families teach their kids that they’re not the center of the universe. They teach their kids that God made them and shaped them for a mission. They model dedication, service, generosity, and prayer. Average … Continue reading Leave a Legacy of Hospitality

In yesterday’s devotional, we talked about seven facets of mercy. Today, I want you to consider some personal application questions for each of the aspects. I challenge you to commit an act of premeditated mercy … Continue reading Seven Ways to Be Merciful