Daily Hope with Pastor John S. Dickerson

Every person worships something—whether God, money, success, or self. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson continues *The Time Is Now* series in Matthew 4:9, where Satan tempts Jesus to bow down and worship him in exchange for power. Jesus refuses, showing that worship determines whose side we’re on. Pastor John explains that even good things—our careers, families, or security—can become i...

In Matthew 4, Satan takes Jesus to a high mountain and shows Him all the kingdoms of the world, offering power in exchange for disobedience. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson reveals the deeper spiritual reality behind that moment: the battle for nations, people, and worship. Though Satan is called the prince of this world, Jesus came to set us free from his rule. Pastor John explains h...

When Jesus was led into the wilderness, He entered a direct battle between good and evil. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson begins a new series called “The Time Is Now,” exploring how Christ’s temptation in Matthew 4 shows us the depth of His humanity and the power of His victory. After forty days of fasting, Jesus faced Satan at His weakest point—and still remained sinless. Pastor John...

Do you know for sure that you have eternal life? In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson continues the “Whose Side Are You On?” series in John 1:12–13 and John 3:16, showing that being born again means believing in Jesus as your Savior and receiving His gift of eternal life. None of us are born on God’s side—we must choose to believe, repent, and receive Christ’s forgiveness. Pastor John expl...

What does it mean to be “born again”? In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson explains John 1:13, where God’s Word teaches that those who believe in Jesus are not born of human effort but are reborn by the Spirit of God. This spiritual birth happens the moment you receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior—it’s not a physical rebirth, but a new life from above. Pastor John shares how this miracle...

No one is born automatically on God’s side—we must each choose to believe in Jesus. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson explains John 1:12, which says that to all who believed and accepted Jesus, He gave the right to become children of God. We are all created by God, but we only become His children when we receive Jesus as Savior and Lord. Pastor John shows how that moment of faith change...

Rejection cuts deep, and Jesus knows that pain. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on John 1:11, which says that Jesus came to His own people, yet they did not receive Him. Though the Jewish nation had been promised a Messiah and were eagerly awaiting Him, many turned away when He arrived. Pastor John explains how this rejection opened the door for all nations to be grafted into...

Have you ever felt overlooked or unrecognized for something good you’ve done? Jesus knows that feeling better than anyone. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks John 1:10, which says that Jesus came into the very world He created, yet the world did not recognize Him. Though He had every right to demand glory, Jesus chose the path of humility—even enduring rejection, mockery, and the...

Jesus is the light by which we see—all of creation and all of life flows from Him. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson reflects on John 1:9, which declares that the true light gives light to everyone. This same Jesus who spoke galaxies into existence humbled Himself to take on human form, entering our world as a baby, walking in poverty, and ultimately giving His life on the cross. Pastor...

Even the greatest spiritual leaders are not the light—they are only witnesses who point to it. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks John 1:8, which says that John the Baptist himself was not the light but came to testify about Jesus. Pastor John reminds us that while we may honor those who introduced us to faith, it is Jesus alone who deserves our worship and devotion. Just as John...

Every believer has the same calling: to point people to Jesus. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks John 1:6–7, where God sent John the Baptist to testify about the light so that everyone might believe. John’s mission was not to draw attention to himself but to direct hearts to Christ. Pastor John reminds us that this is our role, too—whether we’re brand-new in the faith or have wa...

Do you ever feel like good and evil are battling right in front of you? In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks John 1:5, which promises that the light of Jesus shines in the darkness and the darkness can never overcome it. From Roman emperors to modern tyrants, history has shown repeated attempts to snuff out God’s Word and God’s people—yet the light continues to shine. Pastor John r...

What you choose to believe about Jesus determines whose side you are on. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson continues in John 1:4, where Scripture reveals that the Word—Jesus—gave life to everything created, and His life brings light to everyone. Long before history’s Enlightenment, God promised that true spiritual light comes only through Christ. Pastor John explains how Jesus opens bli...

Every person is on one of two sides: God’s or Satan’s. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks John 1:3, which reveals that Jesus is not only the Word of God but also the Creator through whom all things were made. To be on God’s side means more than admiring Jesus as a good teacher—it means believing He is the one true God, Savior, and Creator. Pastor John leads a prayer of surrender...

In a world divided by sides, the most important question is whether you are on God’s side. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson begins a new series in John 1, where Jesus is revealed as the Word—eternal, divine, and the source of all truth. From the very beginning, He was with God and He is God, and every belief about Him determines our eternal destiny. Pastor John explains how this spirit...

What if all of human history could be summed up as a marriage gone wrong—and a wedding yet to come? In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson takes us from Genesis, where sin fractured Adam and Eve’s relationship with God and each other, to Revelation 19, where Christ returns for His bride. The Bible begins and ends with marriage, reminding us that God is the God of relationships. Though Satan...

Why do families so often fall into conflict? In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson takes us to Genesis 4:8, where Cain lured his brother Abel into the fields and committed the first murder recorded in Scripture. Cain’s jealousy grew into hatred, and his unchecked anger led to tragedy. Pastor John reminds us that the same dangers threaten our homes today—resentment and unforgiveness, if left...

Every relationship carries tension, and the Bible explains why. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson explores Genesis 3:16, where God reveals how sin fractured the bond between husband and wife. Left to our sinful nature, wives will want to control, and husbands will be tempted to misuse strength—leading to conflict instead of harmony. Yet this passage is not God’s design but a picture of...

From the very beginning, Satan has worked to tear apart our relationship with God and with one another. In this Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks Genesis 3:15, where God foretells the coming Messiah who would crush the serpent’s head. At the cross, Jesus struck the fatal blow against Satan, yet the enemy still seeks to wound and divide us today. Discover how Christ’s victory empowers yo...

From the very beginning of human history, shame has been at the root of our broken relationships. In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks Genesis 3:8, where Adam and Eve hid from God after sin entered the world. That same shame still drives us to hide from God and from each other—causing isolation, deception, and strain in our closest relationships. But this is not the end of the s...

Why do even our closest relationships—marriages, families, and friendships—carry so much pain, shame, and misunderstanding? In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson takes us back to Genesis to uncover the spiritual battle that has raged against families since Adam and Eve. Discover why Satan targets what God values most—souls, families, and relationships—and how Jesus alone offers the heali...

What’s the most important thing you can do to strengthen your marriage, your parenting, or any close relationship? In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson points us to Romans 12:2 and the call to “die to self” daily in order to live like Christ. Money, beauty, and even therapy can’t guarantee lasting love, but a life surrendered to Jesus transforms our thinking and our relationships. Disco...

How do you know God’s plan for your life? In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson unpacks Romans 12:2 to reveal the key: letting God transform you by changing the way you think. God has desires for your life—good, pleasing, and perfect desires. But experiencing them isn’t automatic; it requires daily surrender and openness to His transforming work. Discover how to walk in God’s will by res...

In today’s Daily Hope, Pastor John S. Dickerson shares a vivid story from his family’s adoption journey in Haiti to illustrate God’s vision for our homes. Just as the U.S. Embassy was an outpost of safety and order in a broken nation, God desires that your home be a little outpost of heaven on earth. But how does this happen? Romans 12:2 gives us the answer: it begins with letting God transform us...

In this new Daily Hope series, Pastor John S. Dickerson turns to Romans 12 to reveal God’s blueprint for making your closest relationships more like heaven on earth. The secret? True transformation begins not with trying harder, but by letting God change the way you think. Just as a caterpillar undergoes metamorphosis into a butterfly, God can reshape your thoughts, your heart, and your relationsh...