Word of Hope Ministries

Eye Of A Needle It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." (NIV) ( Mark 10:25 ) No one ever really thinks of themselves as being rich and we often characterize our wants as needs. When you look around and see those who have less it's easy to let your heart harden over time and ignore them. We even go so far as to tell ourselves "I can't give to this hungry man, because I have to pay for my 'need.'" Don't allow... your wants to be stumbling blocks to the Kingdom of God. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Take Care Of Me Answer me, O LORD, out of the goodness of your love; in your great mercy turn to me. (NIV) ( Psalm 69:16 ) Does the Lord answer your prayers? Yes. Although, it may not always be "yes". The answer could be "no". Or it could be a simple "not now". Be encouraged to know God's love for you is so deep He will always be there to take care of you. If times get tough and too hard to bear, get down on your knees and share with Him. He will meet you there as you are. D...ownload this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Path To Perfection Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. (NIV) ( Matthew 5:48 ) We all know that we are far from perfect. Perfection doesn't have to be the end goal, but rather a path in the right direction. Are you heading in the right direction? Perfection might be to love someone who has harmed you in the past. That may be a difficult and seemingly impossible thing to do, but have you thought about simply sending them a pleasant card or gift? The impo...rtant point is to strive to be more God-like by moving in the right direction. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Replenish Yourself The angel of the LORD came back a second time and touched him and said, "Get up and eat, for the journey is too much for you." So he got up and ate and drank. Strengthened by that food, he traveled forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God. (NIV) ( 1 Kings 19:7-8 ) The need to replenish our bodies for the start of a new day cannot be emphasized enough. God has given us tremendous and personalized talents, but without energy t...o perform them, we are unable to do our best. This can affect your work, home, and your spiritual growth. If you've been working hard on a long project, don't forget to take breaks to replenish yourself when necessary. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Bread Alone Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" (NIV) ( Matthew 4:4 ) You can have a pantry full of food, but there is no guarantee that the food will keep you alive another day. We depend on God to keep us alive, whether you recognize it or not. Thank God for every single day He blesses you with.... Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html

Crooked Bow They do not turn to the Most High; they are like a faulty bow. Their leaders will fall by the sword because of their insolent words. For this they will be ridiculed in the land of Egypt. (NIV) ( Hosea 7:16 ) When you take a crooked path, the journey is longer and requires more effort. Even worse, it can lead you in the wrong direction. Relying on our own worldly understanding is like taking a crooked path. Why take chances when you can take the straight route by ...thinking and doing as God would. He will guide you and always be there for you. Look for His wisdom in the Bible and from Godly people around you. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Its Fruit "Make a tree good and its fruit will be good, or make a tree bad and its fruit will be bad, for a tree is recognized by its fruit. (NIV) ( Matthew 12:33 ) We all know what a bad piece of fruit looks like. It's unappetizing and mushy. It gets picked over at the grocery store. God desires more for you, and the fruit of your efforts should be good. What does bad fruit look like? One example is taking advantage of the poor. Conversely, good fruit can be seen when you d...isplay integrity, especially when no one is looking. Do your fruits get picked over because they are bad? Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Lazy To Plow A sluggard does not plow in season; so at harvest time he looks but finds nothing. (NIV) ( Proverbs 20:4 ) Don't forget to plan and prepare for the important things in life, especially when they involve your family. If you're not saving money every month, you may not have enough money in your retirement years. Yet, more importantly, if you're not investing the time to teach, play with, love or care for your kids now, you won't have loving and unbreakable relatio...nships in the years to come. What are you waiting for? Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

Worry Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them. And how much more valuable you are than birds! (NIV) ( Luke 12:24 ) Stock markets crash, jobs are lost, and homes are turned over. Each of these events can be devastating and alter the course of our lives. But if our identity is wrapped up in each of them, we can lose our faith in God. Don't let these earthly events cause you to worry or doubt your Heavenly Father. You...r identity rests as a child of God. Remember the raven, who is far less cherished, but to whom God is still faithful. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

The Richer Israel was a spreading vine; he brought forth fruit for himself. As his fruit increased, he built more altars; as his land prospered, he adorned his sacred stones. (NIV) ( Hosea 10:1 ) As we make more money, we tend to spend more money. We must remember that we are merely stewards of "our" riches, as they originated from God. Don't let your riches steal your heart away from Him. If you find this happening, change your outlook on your income. Perhaps God didn't... give it to you to consume all of it, perhaps He gave it to you to share and bless others. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more

The Blind Jesus said, "For judgment I have come into this world, so that the blind will see and those who see will become blind." (NIV) ( John 9:39 ) Are you blind even if you think you can see? What does it look like to be a Christian? Slow to anger, quick to forgive, refusing to judge others, loving others when it's undeserved, and having a joy-filled heart. These are just a few characteristics of living a Christian life. Is your time with Jesus revealing the depth of your need for Him? Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html

Bless the Lord O my soul. Worship His Holy name.

Peaceful Heart A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones. (NIV) ( Proverbs 14:30 ) It's remarkable how medical studies have proven this verse to be true. Practicing optimism or a peaceful heart is actually one way to improve your health. How can we take advantage of this truth? When you find yourself troubled with relationships, deal with the issues quicker. If you are fearful, lean into God's promises and speak them out loud. If your stress level...s are high, exercise to release the tension. Above all, work towards a peaceful heart through Christ. Download this app to get your daily devotions: http://jctrois.com http://www.jctrois.com/dailybibledevotion/devotion.html See more