5 Minutes of Hope

Sharing the HOPE and encouragement we have in God.

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Doug Dial, a native of Maine and longtime New Jersey resident, is an author known for his inspirational, easy-to-read poetry and heartfelt insights. With a background in theology, decades of teaching and speaking experience, and a deep love for Jesus and his wife of 40+ years, Doug writes with warmth, wisdom, and real-life relevance.

Category: Battle

  • Well, HELLO There!

    There are times and seasons in our lives when we CANNOT see, feel or sense His presence … at ALL! His Word does NOT lie. He is with us … no … matter … what! He is our ONLY hope! Mighty God, You are good and You are God … FOREVER! Help us quiet ourselves,…

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, help and hope abound with You. Where there’s hurt, heartache, and sadness; please comfort, encourage, and guide; we pray. Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, some days, the battle rages fierce. ALL days You are the sovereign God and in control. Help us trust You, we pray. Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Savior in the Angst

    Relief from grief doesn’t come in a flash; when your heart is decimated like shattered glass. Broken pieces lie scattered all around; you’re convinced your sanity will never again be found. You’re sad, you’re mad, you wanna lash out. You’re depressed, you’re down, you wanna cash out. Then, all at once, a thought comes your…

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, You TRULY are our ONLY hope! May Your Holy Spirit lead and guide us into a closer walk with You. Anxiety MUST flee in Your presence. HALLELUJAH! Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Mighty Warrior

    Mighty Warrior

    Hey, Doug Dial here with 2 or 3 minutes of hope. I know, I KNOW! We’re just OFF the charts today! LOL! From the first day mankind began to roam this earth until this very day there have been precious few moments of peace in our world. Wars, battles, conflicts and fighting seem to have…

  • Light of the World

    Light of the World

    Hey, Doug Dial here with 1 minute of hope. Growing up in The County in Northern Maine in the country, there were no streetlamps outside our windows. Did I mention at night it was extremely DARK? The kind where you honestly cannot see the hand right in front of your face. Suffocating darkness. The only…

  • Standing Firm in the Storm

    by Angela Forker Are you going through a storm? Hold onto Jesus, dear one! He will give you the strength that you might endure the storm … and that you might stand firm forever. This is God’s promise to you. Keep your hope and trust in Him. He will not only bring you to the…