Hope Church Ipswich

What would it look like if we allowed the good news of all that Jesus has done to really sink deep into our hearts, so that it really shaped our lives? Tom Scrivens unpacks for us the amazing news of God's kindness to us and how this transforms us from the inside out to make us secure, united and grateful. #gospel #salvation #celebration

Tim Virgo unpacks how we are a Spirit Empowered Church

This week Tomi Oyebadejo speaks on how we are a Word-centred Church. He visualises how impossible it would be for all the Old testament prophesies to be fulfilled by chance and shows us that the Word is spiritual food for us that we need daily and must be grounded in.

As a church we have been on an incredible journey of faith over the years. Now 40 years old as a church, there is still much more to come. Tom Scrivens unpacks some of what we sense God is calling us to be and do as a church in the years to come. #ChurchOnMission #Vision

We close our series in the first chapters of Genesis with a hard-hitting take on Noah's Ark—not the watered-down nursery tale, but a stark account of a world drowning in corruption. In this message Tom examines how God responds to evil in the world with justice and in love as we see the ark foreshadowing Jesus and the promise of a renewed creation. Watch to grapple with these timeless truths #judgement #godsjustice #baptism #hopeinjesus

God is doing something amazing across the world, drawing people to himself from every nation and language. In this message Maurice Nightingale unpacks the promises made to Abraham and shows us that we each have a part to play in reaching the nations for Jesus. #Nations #Mission #Church #Jesus

At Hope Church we're serious about raising others for a faith that endures the trials of life. In this stand-alone message based in Psalm 34 Tom & Sarah Scrivens consider the vital roles that parents, and all of us, have to play in investing in others, living lives that magnify the Lord.

What do you do when anger rises up inside you? Do you try to suppress it, vent it, or do you let it take control? In this week's message, Tom Scrivens unpacks the story of Cain and Abel, showing how jealousy, bitterness and anger can consume us—but crucially how Jesus' work on the cross frees. We'll discover how to master our anger instead of being mastered by it, finding true freedom and peace in Jesus. Don't let anger rule you—let's walk in the victory He has won! #AngerManagement #Jealousy #FreedomInChrist

Genesis 3 reveals humanity's choice to turn away from God, introducing sin and brokenness into the world. Tomi Oyebadejo examines what went wrong in creation, how our decisions impact not only ourselves but also the world around us. Understanding sin's roots helps us grasp both the problem of evil and God's response to bring hope and restoration in Jesus.

Genesis presents a vision of sexual intimacy as pure, unashamed, and meaningful. In contrast, our culture distorts this gift and it leads to a world of shame. This week Bram Cross addresses the impact of p*rnography on individuals, relationships, and society. He considers how it is a justice issue and how we should respond, inviting people to walk in freedom from the harmful impacts of p*rn and to walk in the freedom that has been won for us in Jesus.

When God rested on the seventh day, he set a rhythm for us that prioritises rest and renewal. Yet, many of us struggle to slow down in today's 24/7 society. Tim Virgo unpacks the roots of our restlessness and show how trusting God's sovereignty and more importantly Christ's salvation can free us to embrace rest, allowing for spiritual and physical renewal. #rest #renewal #genesis

In today's society, there's a lot of confusion surrounding the boundaries of sex and relationships. While some view it as a purely pleasurable act with no deeper meaning, others are shocked by the growing trend of promiscuity in our culture amongst high profile influencers. The adult entertainment industry further distorts the conversation, reducing sex to something trivial. But what if there is a design for these things and a deeper meaning? In this message, Tom Scrivens dives into God's design for sex and marriage, offering a biblical perspective that reveals a greater story behind it all. Discover practical insights on how to navigate relationships and singleness whilst honouring God's plan for intimacy. #Sex #GodsDesign #Marriage #HealthyRelationships #BiblicalTruth

In the third part of our series in the bible book of Genesis, this week we welcome Joel Glover to speak to us on : Can My Work Have Real Meaning?

What happens when society drifts from the foundations that it was built upon? In this episode, Tom Scrivens examines how human dignity, gender, and the sanctity of life are being redefined in a foundation-less society. The Bible gives a clear response—will we return to it and build upon strong foundations? Join the conversation in the latest instalment of our "A Question of Design” series in the book of Genesis. #IdentityCrisis #Gender #Race #HumanLife

How you finish the sentence "In the beginning…" shapes how you see the world, live your life, and where you place your hope. In this message, Tom Scrivens explores Genesis 1 and the big questions: Are we created or just a coincidence? And “If there is a creator God how can we know what he is like?” Join us as we dive into the foundations of life, purpose, and truth. #Genesis #Creation #BigQuestions #Science

Tim Virgo brings the final message in our three-part series - Hope in the Struggle, “Together in the Struggle”.

Alex Hawke gives the main session at our first ever Strengthened Parents event. What does it look like for the gospel of Jesus to shape our parenting?

In the second of our three-part series - Hope in the Struggle, Tim Virgo considers the importance of resilience, meaning, and relationships through God's active involvement in our lives. God cares deeply for us, offering hope, wisdom, and intimacy as we endure life's challenges. With God's love and guidance, our hearts can be transformed, allowing us to live with purpose and fullness in Him. #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety

There has been a huge shift in our society when it comes to talking about our mental health: talk of these matters is seemingly everywhere now. In this message Tom Scrivens exams the good and not-so-good outcomes of the fact that this is discussed much more now and examines what the Bible have to say about these matters. #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety

For our first meeting of the new year we're joined by guest speaker, Terry Virgo.

Tim Virgo continues our series in John's gospel.

Maurice Nightingale continues our series in John's gospel.

Gary Dean continues our series in John's gospel.

As we near the end of our series in John, Tom Scrivens explores the powerful transformation of Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus—two secret believers who risked everything to honour Jesus after His death. What moved these powerful politicians from fear to boldness, silence to proclamation? Discover how the love of Jesus compels us to lay down reputation, comfort, and wealth for something infinitely greater. #Jesus #AmazingGrace #GoingPublic

People across the globe have ideas about what the big problems in life are and how to solve them. In this message Tom Scrivens unpacks Jesus' last words on the cross, where we see Jesus exclaiming that a mission has been accomplished - a mission to win our freedom. We will see how Jesus frees us from empty living, from the fear of death and brings us into a life lived in the power of his victory. #Victory #Freedom #Politics #NewLife

Tomi continues our series on the gospel of John

Tomi continues our series on John's gospel

Tim Virgo speaks on John 18 and helps us to understand how we can be confident that Jesus is the Truth. He asks the question, 'What is Truth?' and unpacks how we respond to it, concluding that the only good way is to face the Truth with the one who is Truth, who took our place so we can stand in his righteousness and have life. #truth #righteousness

We all want to be liked and accepted but that desire can take over and the bible calls it 'the Fear of Man'. In this message, Tom Scrivens looks at the story of Peter denying Jesus and asks the question, How can we get free from the Fear of Man? #fear #popularity

Alex Hawke continues our series in John - Part 26

How are Christians to walk in this world? Are they to retreat into a Christian bubble or should they try to blend in? In this week's message, Tom Scrivens unpacks Jesus' prayer for his people in John 17, where we see that he desires that his people be distinct and united as they are sent into the world as he was sent.

Tomi Oyebadejo continues our series in the bible book of John.

We all love to be loved and we don't want to be hated at all and if we're honest, we all want an easy life. Tom Scrivens unpacks Jesus promise that as Christians we are guaranteed trials and hardships, but we can take heart knowing that Jesus has overcome the world. Despite the challenges, we find peace and strength through the Holy Spirit and the ultimate victory in Christ. #Trouble #Persecution #Strength #HolySpirit

In this week's message, Tim Virgo unpacks John 15 where we see that Jesus invites us to stay with him day in and day out, to live each day under the waterfall of God's great love. #Grace #Abiding #TrueHome

Every heart longs for deep, soul satisfaction, a sense of finally being in a place of true rest, but it seems no-one knows how to get to it. In this message Tom Scrivens takes us through some of Jesus' most famous and controversial words as Jesus claims to be the only way to soul satisfying relationship with God. #RealLife #Truth #Jesus

We're back in our series in the book of John and this week we see Jesus explaining to his disciple that he won't be with them for much longer. But he is going to make a way for them to know his presence even when he's gone. Mike Betts unpacks for us the beautiful way in which Jesus does not leave us as orphans - he does this by sending the Holy Spirit. #HolySpirit #Orphans #PowerOfGod

What do we do when we see those we love going through difficulties but feel powerless to practically help them? Do our prayers for others really make a difference? What sort of things could we be praying for them? In this message, Tom Scrivens looks at the prayer life of the Apostle Paul and gives us practical pointers on how to build prayer for others into our lives.

We serve a God who wants to know us, but also who wants us to be in community with one another. Hannah Alston speaks on the topic of hospitality, something we're urged to practice and pursue “without grumbling”. Hannah is joined by Annabelle Shepherd and Tim Mann to look at how we can do this in church and through our relationships.

Jesus came to serve and not to be served. Naturally, human beings come to be served and not to serve. If we want to be great then it's going to look like a life of service. In part 4 of our "Love is a Verb" series, Tom Scrivens and Bram & Ella-Sophia Cross unpack what it looks like to serve in the light of all that Jesus has done and is doing in the world. #Serve #Greatness #Mission

How can we as a community enter into people's joy and their grief? Is community really worth the pain that it can sometimes be? It's the third message in our new mini series 'Love is a Verb' and this time we'll be hearing from Tom Scrivens along with Greg and Jenny Frost as we look at 'Rejoicing and Weeping'. #Community #Love #Grief #Joy

Part of our loving of others is not to affirm every decision someone makes! Sometimes we need to challenge, provoke and urge others to live lives that are pleasing to God. Tim Virgo speaks from Acts 20:17–38 as Paul speaks to the elders of the church, on how we bring and receive challenge. #love #discipling #church

Tomi Oyebadejo and Kirsten Higgins tag-team preach in the first of our new six-part series. A big part of our love for one another is having ambition for one another - to raise others up in the ways of Jesus. Our hearts geared towards raising up and nurturing others in Christian discipleship. This was the heart of the apostle Paul that we read of so clearly in 1 Thessalonians 2. #love #raising #discipling

Guest speaker Oscar Suarez brings the message of the incredible example of servanthood shown by Jesus as He washes the feet of the disciples. Knowing His final destination is to be with the Father, He serves not based on their response but because He is love. #Worship #Devotion #Jesus #Serving

In this passage of scripture we read Jesus' last call to the people before he goes to his arrest and crucifixion. In this message Tom Scrivens shows us that Jesus is calling a people to come and find life in him by actually dying to their ambition and reputation. Desiring to upkeep our reputation is one thing that can hinder us from following Jesus' call. #Reputation #Calling #Sacrifice #InCrowd

Len South shares his testimony and talks on Fatherhood.

Tom Scrivens unpacks the remarkable story of Mary's costly worship of Jesus. In an age of distraction, Jesus deserves to be our number one priority, he's worthy of our time, attention, devotion and sacrifice.

Where is God in our pain and confusion? Is he listening? Does he care? We all ask ourselves these questions at some point and this story of Lazarus' death gives us so much comfort. As Tom Scrivens unpacks in this message, we see in this story a God who cares, who can be trusted and who wants us to trust him in our pain. We also are pointed to our death and the hope that we can have through faith in Jesus. #Hope #Pain #Confusion #Grief #Trust #Jesus

Nick Oldfield continues our series in the bible book of John chapter 10 - Jesus the Good and True Shepherd

Do we see everything as clearly as we think we do? Jesus is the illuminating presence of God. He can give sight to the blind! But his light also exposes our blindness.

In today's message we once again see Jesus in a lengthy discussion with the crowds, a discussion that gets very heated and ends with the crowd wanting to kill Jesus. In this message from Tom Scrivens we'll see Jesus making the clearest declaration yet as to his true identity and the claim that he makes to have come to bring freedom from slavery. #Freedom #Slavery #Jesus #Eternity #Death

We all have mess in our lives. Depending on what you believe, you might call that sin. What does Jesus say & do in response to our mess? Tom Scrivens continues our series in the gospel of John as we see Jesus come face to face with a messy situation.