😊☀️👋🏻 Good morning, friend!

Good morning! Today’s Daily Hope is all about the confidence we can have because God’s Spirit is with us, right now, in every moment. This promise is one of the most beautiful gifts we have in our faith. Let’s walk through this together and see how God’s Spirit empowers and encourages us each day.

Personal Devotion:

📖 Today’s Word: 

“Those who obey God’s commandments remain in fellowship with him, and he with them. And we know he lives in us because the Spirit he gave us lives in us.”
— 1 John 3:24 (NLT)

💡 Heart of the Message: 

One of the most comforting promises we have as believers is that God doesn’t leave us to walk through life alone. When we place our faith in Jesus, God gives us His Holy Spirit to live within us. This Spirit is our Helper, our Guide, and our constant reminder of God’s presence and love.

This assurance—the knowledge that God’s Spirit lives in us—gives us confidence to live out our faith. The Spirit helps us obey God’s commandments, reminding us that we’re not alone in our struggles or decisions. As we remain in fellowship with God through obedience and trust, His Spirit reassures us, giving us peace and strength to keep going.

Living with God’s Spirit in us changes everything. We’re no longer just trying to follow rules or make it through on our own. Instead, we’re in a living, vibrant relationship with God Himself, who guides us, empowers us, and gives us the courage to love and serve others. This is the kind of confidence we can carry into each day—knowing that God is with us, and His Spirit is actively working in us.

❓ Reflect and Respond: 

1. Digging Deeper: How does it change your view of obedience to know that God’s Spirit is within you, helping you every step of the way?

2. Applying the Text: Take a moment today to thank God for His Spirit living in you. Ask Him to guide you in specific areas where you need His strength and wisdom.

🎯 Live It Out: 

Today, walk in the confidence that comes from God’s Spirit within you. Trust that He’s guiding you in your decisions, strengthening you in your challenges, and helping you live out His love.

🎶 Worship Through Song: 

Song suggestion: “Holy Spirit” by Francesca Battistelli.

You can listen to it here. This song is a beautiful reminder of the Spirit’s presence and our need for Him in every moment.

🔍 Dig Deeper in the Word: 

For further study, check out these related passages:

• Romans 8:9-17 — This passage explores how God’s Spirit dwells in us, confirming that we belong to Him and empowering us to live according to His ways.

• John 14:15-27 — Jesus speaks about the Holy Spirit, our Helper, who reminds us of His words and brings us peace.

• 1 Corinthians 2:10-16 — Paul explains how the Spirit helps us understand and live out God’s wisdom.

🙏 Pray Back the Word: 

"Lord, thank You for the gift of Your Spirit. Help me to rely on Your strength and wisdom as I seek to follow You. Remind me every day of Your presence within me, and give me the confidence to live out my faith. In Jesus’ name, amen."

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Time Together: 

💬 Family Devotion:

Did you know that when we believe in Jesus, God gives us His Spirit to live inside us? God’s Spirit is like a helper and a guide who stays with us all the time. He helps us make good choices, reminds us that God loves us, and gives us courage when we need it.

Today’s verse tells us that because God’s Spirit lives in us, we can be sure that God is with us every day. When we’re happy, sad, or even scared, His Spirit is right there, helping us. Isn’t that an amazing promise?

🗣️ Talk It Over:

• Ask your kids: How does it feel to know that God’s Spirit lives in us and helps us every day? How do you think He can help you this week?

🎯 Family Mission:

As a family, pick one situation where you need God’s help. Pray together, asking God’s Spirit to give you strength, courage, or wisdom in that situation.

🎤 Sing Together:

“Spirit of the Living God” by Vertical Worship is a simple song that expresses our desire for God’s Spirit to work in our lives.
You can listen to it here.

🙏 Family Prayer:

"God, thank You for sending Your Spirit to be with us. Help us to remember that You’re always here, guiding us and giving us strength. Thank You for loving us so much. Amen."

❤️ Spread the Hope! 

If you enjoyed today’s devotion, would you please share it with a friend?

💬 Join the Conversation: 

What stood out to you in today’s devotion? How is God calling you to love sacrificially this week?

Hit reply and share your thoughts, or comment below if you’re on the web.

🎧 Listen to the Podcast: 

Want to go deeper? Listen to today’s Hope for the Mountainside podcast episode, where we unpack how to live out sacrificial love.

🔜 Tomorrow’s Preview: 

Tomorrow, we’ll wrap up this week’s devotion by exploring how God’s Spirit gives us the power to live a life of faith, love, and obedience.