Beacon of Hope Podcast

Be encouraged from today's episode with guest host, Ramona Hylton!

Now you Philippians know also that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church shared with me concerning giving and receiving but you only. 16 For even in Thessalonica you sent aid once and again for my necessities. 17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that abounds to your account. 18 Indeed I have all and abound. I am full, having received from Epaphroditus the things sent from you, a sweet-smelling aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well pleasing to God. 19 And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. 20 Now to our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen. Greeting and Blessing 21 Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me greet you. 22 All the saints greet you, but especially those who are of Caesar's household. 23 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.

Philippians 4:10-14:  But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at last your care for me has flourished again; though you surely did care, but you lacked opportunity. 11 Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: 12 I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. 13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. 14 Nevertheless you have done well that you shared in my distress. 

Philippians 4:8-9: Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. 9 The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.

Philippians 4:6-7: Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 7 And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace which] stands guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours].

Philippians 4:1-5: Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brethren, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved. 2 I implore Euodia and I implore Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. 3 And I urge you also, true companion, help these women who labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life. 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.

But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.

Philippians 3:15-19:  Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you. 16 Only let us hold true to what we have attained. 17 Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us. 18 For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ. 19 Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and they glory in their shame, with minds set on earthly things.

Philippians 3:12-14:  Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. 13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. 

Are you missing God's provision in your life? Find encouragement in today's episode.

Philippians 3:10-11: I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.

Philippians 3:1-9:  Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. 2 Watch out for those dogs, those evildoers, those mutilators of the flesh. 3 For it is we who are the circumcision, we who serve God by his Spirit, who boast in Christ Jesus, and who put no confidence in the flesh— 4 though I myself have reasons for such confidence. If someone else thinks they have reasons to put confidence in the flesh, I have more: 5 circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; in regard to the law, a Pharisee; 6 as for zeal, persecuting the church; as for righteousness based on the law, faultless. 7 But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ 9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith. 

Philippians 2:19-30: 19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. 20 For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. 21 For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know Timothy's proven worth, how as a son with a father he has served with me in the gospel. 23 I hope therefore to send him just as soon as I see how it will go with me, 24 and I trust in the Lord that shortly I myself will come also. 25 I have thought it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus my brother and fellow worker and fellow soldier, and your messenger and minister to my need, 26 for he has been longing for you all and has been distressed because you heard that he was ill. 27 Indeed he was ill, near to death. But God had mercy on him, and not only on him but on me also, lest I should have sorrow upon sorrow. 28 I am the more eager to send him, therefore, that you may rejoice at seeing him again, and that I may be less anxious. 29 So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men, 30 for he nearly died for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was lacking in your service to me.

Philippians 2:14-18: Do all things without complaining and disputing,15 that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16 holding fast the word of life, so that I may rejoice in the day of Christ that I have not run in vain or labored in vain. 17 Yes, and if I am being poured out as a drink offering on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. 18 For the same reason you also be glad and rejoice with me.

Philippians 2:12-13: 12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.

Philippians 2:5-11: In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God,     did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing     by taking the very nature of a servant,     being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man,     he humbled himself     by becoming obedient to death—         even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place     and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,     in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord,     to the glory of God the Father.

Philippians 2:5-11: In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God,     did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing     by taking the very nature of a servant,     being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man,     he humbled himself     by becoming obedient to death—         even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place     and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,     in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord,     to the glory of God the Father.

Philippians 2:1-4: Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

Philippians 1:27-30: 27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God. 29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, 30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I still have.

Philippians 1:22-26 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! 23 I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; 24 but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body. 25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, 26 so that through my being with you again your boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.

Philippians 1:21: 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

Philippians 1:19-20: 19 for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. 20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. 

Philippians 1:15-18: It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. 16 The latter do so out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. 17 The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can stir up trouble for me while I am in chains. 18 But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice.

Philippians 1:12-14: Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.

Philippians 1:7-11: It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart and, whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God’s grace with me. 8 God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. 9 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, 10 so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, 11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God.

Philippians 1:1-6: Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all God’s holy people in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

We all know the feeling of a friend picking up the tab while out to eat. The words "I got this one" or "This one's on me" are exciting words to hear. What if I told you Jesus says the same thing to us! Instead of being responsible for our past mistakes and shortcomings, Jesus foots our bill. He says "This one is on me!" Find encouragement in today's episode.

Do you feel bound to the thought that you're not good enough and are nothing more than your past mistakes? Or do you feel bound to an addiction and bad habit? The truth is Jesus came to set you free. Find encouragement in today's episode!

We will all find ourselves in an ambiguous season of life at some point or another. Are you placing your hope in the right people or things during these seasons of life? Find encouragement in today's episode! 

In this series we'll look at the lives of Joseph and David. Two people who embarked on a process that led them to their promise. In one season of their lives, circumstances made it seem like God had forgotten about them. The reality is God was with them the entire time; they were simply being prepared in their process. Find encouragement in this series!

In this series we'll look at the lives of Joseph and David. Two people who embarked on a process that led them to their promise. In one season of their lives, circumstances made it seem like God had forgotten about them. The reality is God was with them the entire time; they were simply being prepared in their process. Find encouragement in this series!

In this series we'll look at the lives of Joseph and David. Two people who embarked on a process that led them to their promise. In one season of their lives, circumstances made it seem like God had forgotten about them. The reality is God was with them the entire time; they were simply being prepared in their process. Find encouragement in this series!

In this series we'll look at the lives of Joseph and David. Two people who embarked on a process that led them to their promise. In one season of their lives, circumstances made it seem like God had forgotten about them. The reality is God was with them the entire time; they were simply being prepared in their process. Find encouragement in this series!

In this series we'll look at the lives of Joseph and David. Two people who embarked on a process that led them to their promise. In one season of their lives, circumstances made it seem like God had forgotten about them. The reality is God was with them the entire time; they were simply being prepared in their process. Find encouragement in this series!

In this series we'll look at the lives of Joseph and David. Two people who embarked on a process that led them to their promise. In one season of their lives, circumstances made it seem like God had forgotten about them. The reality is God was with them the entire time; they were simply being prepared in their process. Find encouragement in this series!

Are you looking at your circumstances and losing hope? Or are you looking at your circumstances and building your hope? How you view your situation is key to enduring difficult seasons. Find encouragement in today's episode and change your lens!

Shame can be a crippling emotion. One that tempts us to run from God rather than to Him. In this series we'll gain the tools necessary to walk free from shame! 

Shame can be a crippling emotion. One that tempts us to run from God rather than to Him. In this series we'll gain the tools necessary to walk free from shame! 

Shame can be a crippling emotion. One that tempts us to run from God rather than to Him. In this series we'll gain the tools necessary to walk free from shame! 

For some 2020 can be viewed as a bad season of life. Yet for many, it was a year of impact, influence, and bearing much fruit. Find encouragement in today's episode as we learn how to remain effective despite the difficult seasons of life we find ourselves in. 

Our giving should always be reflective of the way that God gives. Find encouragement this Christmas season as we dive into what true giving is all about.  

We can occasionally find ourselves stuck in comfort. Often times we may find ourselves here unknowingly. It's imperative that we don't stay in our comfort zones for long. Living a life in your comfort zone will always impede your progress!

It's imperative to look back, reflect and remember the goodness of God when faced with extenuating circumstances. Today, we look at the life of King David and the wisdom he provides when dealing with difficult seasons in life.

Today Beacon of Hope Podcast welcomes Councilman Ed Ford Jr! Find encouragement in Ed's story. "Commit your way to the Lord, Trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass." Psalms 37:5

I'm thankful for YOU!

Today Beacon of Hope Podcast welcomes Parrish Holloman! Find encouragement in Parrish's story. Society may tell you you're too young or too inexperienced. But be reminded; if God called you to it, then you ought to just do it.

Today Beacon of Hope Podcast welcomes Charles Mitchell! Find encouragement as Charles tells his story. Be reminded that your life is not too messed up for God to redeem.

In John 9, a man blind since birth had to go on a walk of faith in order for his sight to be restored. Find encouragement in today's episode!

Here's a quick PSA on the format changes to Beacon of Hope Podcast for the next few weeks!

The Royal Official in John 4 was in need of a miracle. After receiving a word, he started off with that word. Do you need to start off with a word today?

This episode could have been given three different titles. You choose the title depending on what resonates with you the most! Are you frustrated in the middle of God's will? Are you relying on your own strength? Is Jesus in your boat? Find encouragement in today's episode.