Read devotions written by Hope pastors and staff every weekday that align with our daily Bible readings! We hope you use these devotions as a way to dig deeper into Scripture during the weekdays and join us for worship on the weekends to continue growing in your faith. You may download and print our daily Bible readings checklist to track your progress as you read through the Bible.
When God’s people of Israel were in exile, learning what it meant to be God’s chosen people, God—through the prophet Isaiah, reminded them of their identity: See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples, but the Lord rises upon you and his glory appears over you. Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness… Read more
Identity and purpose. When we know those truths about ourselves, everything else seems to find its place. Philosophers call these the “first order” questions of life. Who am I? Why am I here? Our answers to those questions will determine the course of our lives. In 1 Peter 2, Peter is writing to persecuted Christians… Read more
When you know whose you are, you know who you are. Stop and breathe in that truth for a moment. This is true in an earthly sense and a much deeper spiritual sense in our relationship with God. When we were born, regardless of the circumstances, we have a mother and father. They either collectively… Read more
How is your happiness these days? A recent study revealed that 79% of Americans believe they would be happier if they made more money. Other studies show there is a plateau for happiness with income. Yet, the fact that a majority of Americans believe they would be happier with more money is something that is… Read more
