Words of Hope Week Day Devotions

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, December 03, 2025 was written by Hardy Haberman and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Matthew 24:23-24Then if anyone says to you, ‘Look! Here is the Messiah!' or ‘There he is!'—do not believe it. For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and produce great signs and wonders, to lead astray, if possible, even the elect. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, December 02, 2025 was written by Donald (Luke) Day and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Psalm 57.1Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful to me; for it is in you that my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of your wings, I will take refuge.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, December 01, 2025 was written by Dan Peeler and is narrated by Michael Benham. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Nehemiah 8. 2-4So, Ezra the priest brought the Law before the assembly, both men and women and all who could understand…And he read from it facing the square … from early morning until midday, in the presence of the women and the men and all those who could understand. And the ears of all the people were attentive to the Book of the Law. And Ezra the scribe stood on a wooden platform that they had made for the purpose. And beside him stood all the Levite Priests.  And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people, for he was above all the people, and as he opened it, all the people stood. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, November 28, 2025 was written by Charlie C. Rose and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Job 38. 4-7“Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation?    Tell me, if you understand.Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know!    Who stretched a measuring line across it?On what were its footings set,    or who laid its cornerstone—while the morning stars sang together    and all the angels shouted for joy? Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, November 27, 2025 was written by Dr. Pat Saxon and is narrated by Gordon Markley. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 1 Thessalonians: 5:18“Give thanks in all things.” Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, November 26, 2025 was written by Jonathon McClellan and is narrated by Beth Wilson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, November 25, 2025 was written by Kris Baker and is narrated by Dana Goodenow. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 2 Thessalonians 3:13And as for you, brothers and sisters, never tire of doing what is good. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, November 24, 2025 was written by Donald (Luke) Day and is narrated by Adam Carter.Today's Words of Inspiration come from Joshua 1:9Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, November 21, 2025 was written by Reed Kirkman and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 1 Peter 1:3–9 (Inclusive Bible) Blessed be the God and Parent of our Savior Jesus Christ! By divine mercy, we have been born a new to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for us.We are being protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. In this we rejoice, even if now for a little while we have had to suffer various trials, so that the genuineness of our faith—more precious than gold that, though perishable, is tested by fire—may be found to result in praise and glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed. Although we have not seen Jesus, we love them; and even though we do not see them now, we believe and rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy, for we are receiving the outcome of our faith, the salvation of our souls. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, November 20, 2025 was written by Donna Jackson and is narrated by Terri Akkerman. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Isaiah 11:1A new branch will grow from a stump of a tree; so, a new King will come from the family of Jesse. The spirit of the Lord will rest upon that King.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, November 19, 2025 was written by Hardy Haberman and is narrated by Beth Wilson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Isaiah 66:14-16: You shall see, and your heart shall rejoice;    your bodies[a] shall flourish like the grass,and it shall be known that the power of the Lord is with his servants,    and his indignation is against his enemies. For the Lord will come in fire    and his chariots in a whirlwind,[b]to vent his anger in fury    and his rebuke in flames of fire. For by fire will the Lord execute judgment,    and by his sword on all flesh;    and those slain by the Lord shall be many.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, November 18, 2025 was written by Weber Baker and is narrated by Adrian White. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Ephesians 6:10-20Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.  Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist on the evil day, and having done everything, to stand firm. Stand firm therefore, having belted your waist with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having strapped on your feet the preparation of the gospel of peace; in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.With every prayer and request, pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be alert with all perseverance and every request for all the saints, and pray in my behalf, that speech may be given to me in the opening of my mouth, to make known with boldness the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains; that in proclaiming it I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, November 17, 2025 was written by Thomas Riggs and is narrated by Dana Goodenow. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Revelation 7:9“...after this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. Galatians 3:28There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, November 14, 2025 was written by Rev. Dr. Gary Kindley and is narrated by Larry Carter.Today's Words of Inspiration come from Jeremiah 29:11For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.   Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, November 13, 2025 was written by Dr. Pat Saxon and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Colossians 3:12Therefore, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, November 12, 2025 was written by Charlie C. Rose and is narrated by Adam Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Romans 15.1For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, November 11, 2025 was written by Kris Baker and is narrated by Gordon Markley. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Joshua 1:9Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, November 10, 2025 was written by Jan Nunn and is narrated by Beth Wilson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from James 1.2-4Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, November 07, 2025 was written by Thomas Riggs and is narrated by Larry Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Jeremiah 2:8The priests did not ask,    ‘Where is the Lord?'Those who deal with the law did not know me;    the leaders rebelled against me.The prophets prophesied by Baal,    following worthless idols. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, November 06, 2025 was written by Jonathon McClellan and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Joel 2. 28And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, November 05, 2025 was written by Hardy Haberman and is narrated by Terri Akkerman. Today's Words of Inspiration come from  a quote attributed to Gandhi“I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ” . . . “If it weren't for Christians, I'd be a Christian.” Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, November 04, 2025 was written by Donald (Luke) Day and is narrated by Larry Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from James 5. 1-6Come now, you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon you.  Your riches have rotted and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will be evidence against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have laid up treasure in the last days. Behold, the wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you kept back by fraud, are crying out against you, and the cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord of hosts. You have lived on the earth in luxury and in self-indulgence. You have fattened your hearts in a day of slaughter. You have condemned and murdered the righteous person.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, November 03, 2025 was written by Dan Peeler and is narrated by Gordon Markley. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Mark 6.47-51Later that night, the boat was in the middle of the lake, and Jesus was alone on land. He saw the disciples straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. Shortly before dawn he went out to them, walking on the lake. He was about to pass by them, but when they saw him walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out, because they all saw him and were terrified. Immediately, he spoke to them and said, “Take courage! It is I. Don't be afraid.” Then he climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. They were completely amazed, for they had not understood about the loaves; their hearts were hardened. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, October 31, 2025 was written by Charlie C. Rose and is narrated by Adrian White. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Matthew 19.14But Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.'" Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, October 30, 2025 was written by Donald (Luke) Day and is narrated by Adam Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from An ancient Church Doxology:Glory to God our Creator, Glory to Jesus, Revealer of the Divine, Redeemer and Lord, and Glory to God's Spirit, indwelling, enabling and sustaining. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, October 29, 2025 was written by Weber Baker and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Exodus 2:1-10Now a man from the house of Levi went and married a Levite woman. The woman conceived and bore a son; and when she saw that he was a fine baby, she hid him for three months. When she could hide him no longer, she got a papyrus basket for him, and plastered it with bitumen and pitch; she put the child in it and placed it among the reeds on the bank of the river. His sister stood at a distance, to see what would happen to him.The daughter of Pharaoh came down to bathe at the river, while her attendants walked beside the river. She saw the basket among the reeds and sent her maid to bring it. When she opened it, she saw the child. He was crying, and she took pity on him. ‘This must be one of the Hebrews' children,' she said. Then his sister said to Pharaoh's daughter, ‘Shall I go and get you a nurse from the Hebrew women to nurse the child for you?' Pharaoh's daughter said to her, ‘Yes'.So, the girl went and called the child's mother. Pharaoh's daughter said to her, ‘Take this child and nurse it for me, and I will give you your wages.' So, the woman took the child and nursed it. When the child grew up, she brought him to Pharaoh's daughter and she took him as her son. She named him Moses, ‘because', she said, ‘I drew him out of the water.' Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, October 28, 2025 was written by Carole Anne Sarah and is narrated by Adam Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Psalm 92 1-4 It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to your name, O Most High; to declare your steadfast love in the morning, and your faithfulness by night, to the music of the lute and the harp, to the melody of the lyre. For you, O Lord, have made me glad by your work; at the works of your hands, I sing for joy. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, October 27, 2025 was written by Dan Peeler and is narrated by Adrian White. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Acts 6. 1-4In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Hellenistic Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. So, the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said, “It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the word of God in order to wait on tables. Brothers and sisters, choose seven from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them and will give our attention to prayer and the ministry of the word. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, October 24, 2025 was written by Reed Kirkman and is narrated by Adam Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 2 Timothy 3:10-15  You, however, have followed my teaching, conduct, purpose, faith, patience, love, and endurance. You know the persecutions and sufferings I have endured, and yet the Lord rescued me from them all. In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will face persecution, while evil people and impostors will go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived. But as for you, continue in what you have learned and firmly believed, because you know those from whom you learned it, and how from infancy you have known the sacred scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, October 23, 2025 was written by Dr. Pat Saxon and is narrated by Beth Wilson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Folliott S. Pierpoint: “For the beauty of the earth,/for the beauty of the skies,/for the love which from our birth/over and around us lies./Lord of all to thee we raise/this our hymn of grateful praise.”  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, October 22, 2025 was written by Jonathon McClellan and is narrated by Michael Benham. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 1 Peter 5.10And the God of all grace, who called you to eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025 was written by Kris Baker and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from James 5:7-8 Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord's coming is near.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, October 20, 2025 was written by Donald (Luke) Day and is narrated by Michael Benham. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Psalm 119:105O God, "Your word is a lantern to my feet and a light upon my path."  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, October 17, 2025 was written by Dan Peeler and is narrated by Judy Anderson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 2 Timothy 2. 22-25So, flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. Have nothing to do with foolish, ignorant controversies; you know that they breed quarrels. And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting all opponents with gentleness. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, October 16, 2025 was written by Donna Jackson and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from James 1:27Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, October 15, 2025 was written by Hardy Haberman and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Matthew 10:5-8These twelve Jesus sent out with the following instructions: “Do not go among the Gentiles or enter any town of the Samaritans.  Go rather to the lost sheep of Israel. As you go, proclaim this message: ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.'  Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, October 14, 2025 was written by Weber Baker and is narrated by Michael Benham. Today's Words of Inspiration come from John Shelby Spong in A New Christianity for a New World: "God is not a Christian. God is not a Jew or a Muslim or a Hindu or a Buddhist. All of those are human systems which human beings have created to try to help us walk into the mystery of God.""I experience God as the source of life calling me to live fully, the source of love calling me to love wastefully, and the ground of being calling me to be all that I can be." Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, October 13, 2025 was written by Thomas Riggs and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Acts 26:24-25At this point Festus interrupted Paul's defense. “You are out of your mind, Paul!” he shouted. “Your great learning is driving you insane.”“I am not insane, most excellent Festus,” Paul replied. “What I am saying is true and reasonable…”  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, October 10, 2025 was written and narrated by Rev. Dr. Gary Kindley.Today's Words of Inspiration come from The words of Jesus in The Gospel of John 13:34 “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another.” And The words of the Apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:32: “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ has forgiven you.”  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, October 09, 2025 was written by Dr. Pat Saxon and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Elizabeth Gilbert:“All human beings have three lives:  public, private, and secret.”  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, October 07, 2025 was written by Kris Baker and is narrated by Michael Benham.Today's Words of Inspiration come from Ephesians 4:32Be gentle with one another, sensitive.  Forgive one another as quickly and thoroughly as God in Christ forgave you.    Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, October 06, 2025 was written by Jan Nunn and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Psalm 62:5My soul, wait only upon God; for my expectation is from God Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, October 03, 2025 was written by Thomas Riggs and is narrated by Michael Benham. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Colossians 1:9-10:And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God. -  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, October 02, 2025 was written by Jonathon McClellan and is narrated by Beth Wilson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Psalm 46. 1-3God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, October 01, 2025 was written by Hardy Haberman and is narrated by Jay Williams. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Matthew 19.11-12 Jesus replied, “Not everyone can accept this word, but only those to whom it has been given.  For there are eunuchs who were born that way, and there are eunuchs who have been made eunuchs by others—and there are those who choose to live like eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. The one who can accept this should accept it.” Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, September 30, 2025 was written by Donald (Luke) Day and is narrated by Judy Anderson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from John Cardinal Newman:Shine through me and be so in me, that every soul with whom I come into contact may feel your presence in my soul. Let them look up and see not me but only you, Jesus, and give you glory.  Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Monday, September 29, 2025 was written by Dan Peeler and is narrated by Gordon Markley. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Revelation 3.20“Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.” Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Friday, September 26, 2025 was written by Charlie C. Rose and is narrated by Gordon Markley.Today's Words of Inspiration come from 1 Peter 4.10As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Thursday, September 25, 2025 was written by Dr. Pat Saxon and is narrated by Adam Carter. Today's Words of Inspiration come from Bishop Allan Bjornberg:“The greatest spiritual practice isn't yoga, praying the hours, or living in intentional poverty, although these are beautiful in their own way. The greatest spiritual practice is just showing up, being present to what is real, to what is actually happening.” Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Wednesday, September 24, 2025 was written by Carole Anne Sarah and is narrated by Angela Whorton. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 1 John 4:17, 19, 21 God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them.... We love because God first loved us...  The commandment we have is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters. Support the show

Send us a textThe devotion for today, Tuesday, September 23, 2025 was written by Kris Baker and is narrated by Beth Wilson. Today's Words of Inspiration come from 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 from The Message:Even though I am free of the demands and expectations of everyone, I have voluntarily become a servant to any and all in order to reach a wide range of people: religious, nonreligious, meticulous moralists, loose-living immoralists, the defeated, the demoralized—whoever. I didn't take on their way of life. I kept my bearings in Christ—but I entered their world and tried to experience things from their point of view. I've become just about every sort of servant there is in my attempts to lead those I meet into a God-saved life. I did all this because of the Message. I didn't just want to talk about it; I wanted to be in on it!   Support the show