How to Choose Joy in Hard Times: A Study of Philippians 4:4–5
What if joy isn’t something you have to chase but something you can choose—even in hard times? Philippians 4:4–5 reminds us that joy doesn’t come from perfect circumstances but from the nearness of Christ. In this article, we explore the difference between joy and happiness, why rejoicing isn’t fake positivity, and ten simple ways to practice joy as a steadying habit for your heart.
Celebrating One Year of Habits of Hope Podcast
The Episode You Loved the Most: Noticing God’s Faithfulness Every Day
We’re revisiting our most popular episode from the Habits of Hope Podcast! Discover practical habits, Scripture, and simple prayers for noticing God’s faithfulness in your everyday life — and learn how to see God at work even when life feels busy, messy, or uncertain.
How to Find Hope and Purpose in the Empty Nest with Kate Battistelli
When the kids leave home, everything changes—but God isn’t done with your story. In this interview, Kate Battistelli shares hope-filled encouragement, practical advice, and biblical wisdom for navigating empty nest transitions and discovering God’s greater purpose.
10 Habits of Peace: A Complete Guide to Experiencing God’s Peace
The Habits of Peace is a 10-episode series from the Habits of Hope Podcast, designed as your complete guide to experiencing God’s peace every day. Each episode highlights a verse, a habit of hope, and simple practices you can use anytime for personal or group growth.
Live in the Overflow: How to Experience God’s Peace Every Day
Learn how to live in the overflow of God’s peace with daily habits rooted in Romans 15:13 that steady your heart and renew your mind. Plus answers to questions about the meaning of Romans 15:13.
How to Feed Your Soul and Grow Lasting Peace (Galatians 5:22)
Struggling to hold on to peace no matter how hard you try? Galatians 5:22–23 reminds us that peace is a fruit of the Spirit—not a feeling we force, but a gift God grows in us. In this post, discover a fresh perspective on the peace of God, what it really means to keep in step with the Spirit, and six practical ways to feed your soul so peace can flourish—even in stressful seasons.
Why Do I Keep Losing My Peace—Even When I’m Trying to Trust God?
Do you ever wonder why peace feels so fleeting—even when you're doing all the right things? This post dives deep into the quiet shift that pulls your mindset from Spirit-led to self-managed—and how to return to peace, one habit at a time.
Peacemaker Vs. Peacekeeper? How Jesus Calls Us to Respond to Conflict
Learn the difference between a peacekeeper and a peacemaker, and explore how biblical conflict resolution begins with courage, grace, and spiritual strength.
Learn the difference between a peacekeeper and a peacemaker, and explore how biblical conflict resolution begins with courage, grace, and spiritual strength.