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: Confidence

  • Trust in Turbulent Times

    Some things … you just don’t know … until you know them. Pretty profound, aye? Sorry. I’ve been crying so many tears lately I guess I needed a chuckle. I’ve often wondered what it actually means to walk through the valley of the shadow of death. Never in my life have I been in the…

  • 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, thank You for the comfort You give through the Holy Scriptures and by Your Holy Spirit. Your unfailing love NEVER leaves us. Help us today to trust You. Amen Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Moving Forward After the Storm

    Moving Forward After the Storm

    You can only sit in the pile of ashes so long before you must make a choice. Either you’re going to sit there one more day or … it’s time to move forward. The person who maliciously maligned you is well on their way to ruining somebody else’s life. It’s time to move forward. The…

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, NOTHING takes You by surprise and NOTHING is too difficult for You! Help us trust and rely upon You. Amen Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, You’re SO faithful and You can be trusted … with EVERY area of our lives. Help us to trust and obey, we pray. Amen Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, may we focus our eyes on You this day, we pray. Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, we are SO thankful You keep Your promises and You keep Your children. Help us believe. Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, there is NONE like You! You rule and reign over ALL your creation. Thank You, Lord. Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!

  • Well, HELLO There!

    Mighty God, Your Word declares You will never, NO NEVER forsake Your children. Help us believe. Friend, may you be FILLED with hope today and share it with others!