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: Christ in You

  • My Deliverer (part 4)

    Hey, Doug Dial here with one minute of hope. Early on in our marriage it became glaringly apparent that we had too much month left over at the end of the money. The times being what they were I picked up a part-time job delivering early morning newspapers … early in the morning. Without naming…

  • The Trader

    In the art of persuasion, he excelled, he did. It seemed as though every time a birthday or Christmas would roll around and presents were handed out, at the end of the day, my older brother Dave had a pile that was filled with much larger, shinier and newer gifts than mine. He had a…

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, no matter how small the task, when done for You, it will be blessed. Help us serve and honor You in all we do. Amen Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • My Deliverer (part 3)

    Hey, Doug Dial here with one minute of hope. ♫ When Israel was in Egypt’s land … LET … MY … PEOPLE … GO! Four hundred and thirty years of bondage and slavery and then along came a deliverer by the name of Moses. Well, a greater than Moses is here, and His Name is…

  • My Deliverer (part 2)

    Hey, Doug Dial here with one minute of hope. Posting my bail Christ sprang me from jail Praise My Deliverer I’m set free to sail Deliver … to set free. ♫ He set me free, oh, He set me free. ♫ He broke the bars of prison for me. ♫ I’m glory bound my Jesus…

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, no matter what we face today, we are NOT alone. You are ever with us and You are MORE THAN able to help us. May our lives honor You this day. Amen Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, You ARE able … to carry out and fulfill EVERY promise You have made. May we spend time in Your presence, bask in Your love and share You wherever we go. Amen Friend, may you be filled with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, NOBODY understands me and cares for me like You! Thank You for the privilege of prayer so we may receive mercy and find grace in our time of need. Amen Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share 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!

  • The Answer to our Why

    INTRO Daddy, why is the sky blue? Daddy, why do dogs bark and kitty cats meow? Daddy, why are boys so mean? Why? Why? WHY? Dear one, as we age, the questions keep on coming and they DON’T GET ANY EASIER! Hello friend and welcome to: “5 Minutes of Hope” Today’s topic is: The Answer…