Dear Friends, In past generations, parents taught their children the value of hard work and faithfulness to their families. People had at least one job. When a…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion July 15, 2021”

Dear Friends, Every language has a word people shout when they’re in trouble. A Danish fisherman being washed overboard yells, “Hjælp!” A fallen Indonesian dancer cries, “Bantuan!”…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – July 13, 2021”

Dear Friends, True or false, multiple choice, fill in the blank, short answer, essay, and open book. You probably have taken tests in these formats multiple times…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – July 12, 2021”

Dear Friends, Saul was the king of Israel but David knew that he was next in line. Saul knew it, too, and intended to kill David. Saul…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 30. 2021”

Dear Friends, A recurring image in the Psalms is that of God as the Warrior King enthroned in His royal fortress, Zion. The ancient city’s craggy perch…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 29, 2021”

Dear Friends, Kevin was a new believer and he was frustrated. He did not have a job or a car, and he was living with his sister…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 28, 2021”

Dear Friends, Tasha was a little dog with a big problem. He had a great backyard with a strong fence but he was not content. Tasha managed…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 25, 2021”

Dear Friends, Many of the Psalms are full of praise to God. We sometimes visualize David as peacefully strumming a harp as he quietly watches a flock…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 24, 2021”

Dear Friends, As we read through the Book of Psalms, we find a rich source of encouragement and instruction. Psalm 1 has been used in many settings.…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 23, 2021”

Dear Friends, Children try to wish the clouds away with a chant. In the past, Native Americans performed rain dances wearing feathers and turquoise. One rain ritual…… Read more “Center of Hope Devotion – June 22, 2021”