Daily Hope with Pastor John S. Dickerson

Could the next Great Awakening happen in our lifetime? History reminds us that the God who brought revival before is still at work today. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson introduces the Fourth Great Awakening and explains why many believers see God's hand at work through leaders like Billy Graham and the Jesus People Movement. Looking back isn't about celebrating history—it's about...

Can God still bring revival today? His answer begins with one of the Bible's most powerful promises. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson walks through 2 Chronicles 7:14—a timeless invitation for God's people to humble themselves, pray, seek His face, and turn from their sin. While this promise was originally given to Israel, it reveals God's heart for repentance, renewal, and revival,...

What if the answer to your prayers is still unfolding? In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson continues the inspiring story of James Garfield and his mother, Eliza. Long before Garfield became President of the United States, she faithfully prayed for her son's life, his salvation, and his future. Her simple reminder to "Watch and Pray" became a picture of steadfast faith that never gave u...

Never underestimate the power of a praying parent. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable true story of James Garfield, a teenager who walked away from home but was pursued by the faithful prayers of his mother. Through Psalm 86:16, we're reminded that God hears persistent prayer and often uses the quiet faithfulness of parents and grandparents to transform lives for...

What's the greatest gift you can give the next generation? According to Scripture, it's a life that wholeheartedly loves God. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares a powerful insight from Psalm 86:16, where David reflects on the faith of his mother. Before David became a king, a giant slayer, or a man after God's own heart, he had someone who faithfully modeled what it looked like...

What happens when desperate people cry out to God? In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable true story of Providence Spring at Andersonville Prison during the Civil War. Surrounded by suffering and without clean water, Union prisoners gathered to pray—and what happened next is still remembered today at the Andersonville National Historic Site. This powerful story remin...

Did you know the Washington Monument is crowned with the words "Praise Be to God"? In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson explores the surprising biblical inscriptions throughout Washington, D.C., and what they reveal about the influence of past Great Awakenings. More importantly, this message reminds us that revival isn't about monuments or history—it's about God transforming hearts and...

Can God change a nation again? History reminds us that He has done it before—and He still works through people who faithfully seek Him in prayer. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson explores Colossians 4:12 and the biblical call to wrestle in prayer. Through the remarkable story of Abraham Lincoln's prayer before the Battle of Gettysburg, we're reminded that God has repeatedly used ord...

Could one prayer meeting really change a nation? History says yes. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson continues the incredible story of Jeremiah Lanphier and the 1857 Prayer Revival, showing how a handful of ordinary believers gathering to pray became a movement that spread across America and around the world. Their story reminds us that God often chooses simple acts of faithful praye...

One prayer meeting helped launch the Third Great Awakening—and it all began with an ordinary man who simply believed God could move. In today's Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable story of Jeremiah Lanphier and the 1857 Prayer Revival, reminding us that God often uses ordinary people who faithfully pray. If you've ever wondered whether your prayers really make a difference,...

How can we pray with confidence? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on Hebrews 4:16 and the incredible invitation to "come boldly to the throne of grace." Because of Jesus Christ, we don't have to approach God with fear or uncertainty. We can confidently ask for His mercy, His grace, and His help in our greatest times of need. That same confidence fuels our prayers fo...

What does real revival look like? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares a powerful story from the life of John Quincy Adams—a leader whose deep love for God's Word overflowed into joyful worship. Adams once described hearing a congregation sing words he had adapted from the Psalms as one of the greatest moments of his life. His story reminds us that true revival isn't simp...

Can one faithful life change a nation? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable story of John Quincy Adams and reminds us why investing in the next generation matters so deeply. From an early age, Adams was immersed in God's Word and grew into a leader whose influence spanned generations. His life is a powerful reminder that God often uses parents, grandparents...

Can God still do the impossible? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on Psalm 65:5 and the powerful promise that God "faithfully answers our prayers with awesome deeds." The greatest works of God have always been beyond human ability. Revival, transformed hearts, restored families, and changed communities all begin with believers who trust God enough to pray for what o...

What does it mean to "contend earnestly for the faith"? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable story of Elijah Lovejoy—a pastor, newspaper editor, and follower of Christ who refused to compromise his convictions, even when it cost him everything. Drawing from Jude 1:3, this message reminds us that following Jesus requires both courage and dependence on God. L...

Are you actively living for God's kingdom—or simply drifting through your faith? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson explores Jude 1:3 and the call to "contend earnestly for the faith." Following Jesus isn't passive. God calls His people to live with spiritual urgency while remaining completely dependent on His power. Like branches abiding in the vine, we don't strive in our ow...

Can your career become a ministry? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable story of Cyrus McCormick, the inventor whose faith transformed not only his life, but the way he used his success to serve God's kingdom. After placing his trust in Christ, McCormick viewed his business as more than a way to earn a living. He used the resources God entrusted to him to s...

What do you do when life feels overwhelming? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on Romans 8:37 and the powerful promise that believers are “more than conquerors” through Jesus Christ. The challenges we face are real. Discouragement, temptation, spiritual battles, and uncertainty can feel overwhelming at times. But Scripture reminds us that our confidence is not found...

What do you do when someone you love seems far from God? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable story of Arthur Tappan and the mother who faithfully prayed for him through years of spiritual wandering. For more than a decade, Arthur resisted the faith he had been taught as a child. Yet his mother never stopped praying, never stopped hoping, and never stopped...

What do you do when someone you love seems far from God? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on 1 Corinthians 3:11 and encourages believers to remain faithful in prayer, even when they don't see immediate results. God often works in ways we cannot see. The foundation of Jesus Christ is stronger than any season of wandering, doubt, or rebellion. While we cannot change a...

Can one faithful person influence an entire generation? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the remarkable story of William McGuffey, a young boy whose mother's prayers helped open the door to an education that would eventually impact millions of students. Through the famous McGuffey Readers, biblical values and character formation were passed from one generation to the...

Can one Bible verse shape a generation? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson explores Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:12, often called the Golden Rule: “Whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them.” This simple command has influenced countless lives because it teaches us to treat others with the same kindness, respect, and compassion we desire for ourselves. When biblical v...

Why did Jesus come to earth? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson explores the powerful truth of 1 John 3:8: "The Son of God appeared to destroy the works of the devil." Throughout the Second Great Awakening, faithful believers like Francis Asbury carried this mission from town to town, preaching the gospel, planting churches, and helping spark revival across America. Their exam...

What if the next great leader God wants to use is sitting at your dinner table today? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares the story of President James Madison and the generations of faithful believers who helped shape a nation through their commitment to Christ. As we reflect on James 1:17, we're reminded that every good gift comes from God—including the opportunity to i...

Where do the good things in your life come from? In this Daily Hope devotional, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on James 1:17 and the powerful reminder that every good and perfect gift comes from God. As we pray for revival and look back at the ways God has worked throughout history, we remember that our hope is not in people, governments, or even past awakenings. Our hope is in the God who neve...