Hope with God... with Andrew and Wendy Palau

What are your thoughts about religion? Do you think of it as following rules? Trying to be good to escape punishment? The Bible delivers to us this good news! It says God's grace has been revealed, bringing salvation for all people. Grace means you don't have to be perfect. It means God comes to you, right where you are. Not to shame you, but to help you and to rescue you. Grace is the starting point; it's not a reward. It's offered to everyone, and that means you. You can start fresh today. Not by working harder, but simply by opening your heart and inviting Him in. You can just speak to Him and pray to say, “God, I don't have it all together, You know this, but I need Your grace. Will you please forgive me and help me to follow You. And I will follow you. In Jesus' name, amen.” Always remember, there is hope with God. "For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people." Titus 2:11 radio.hopewithgod.com

Are you a wanderer? My name is Wendy, and my name actually means “wanderer”. Growing up I had deep discontent—always looking for something else, always wanting what I didn't have. I was filled with fear and depression, anxiety; there's nothing quite as frightening as being lost. Until I encountered the amazing King and Savior, Jesus, who said: “All, like sheep, have gone astray, each has turned to their own way, but God laid on HIM (that's Jesus) the sin of us all.” And He also said, “I'm the good shepherd. Who leaves the 99 sheep to go for the one lost sheep.” Have you wandered? Come home— let yourself be found by the Shepherd. Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. Scripture Reference: Isaiah 53:6 radio.hopewithgod.com

Sometimes the world feels dark, doesn't it? Have you ever thought, “In all of this turmoil, can one person make a difference?” Well, the Bible says, yes! One person did make a huge difference. God sent His Son—Jesus—not just for one group of people, but to be a light to the nations, so that God's salvation could reach to the ends of the earth. And that light is still shining today, spreading out more and more all the time—through people like you and like me, who have simply said yes to God. If you've been longing for change in your life, this is your chance. God is reaching out to you now. Will you take His hand? Pray this with me. You can just say to Him: “God, I need Your light in my life. Fill me with Your hope—Your promised hope and help me to know You. Rescue me now, Lord Jesus.” Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. “You will do more than restore the people of Israel to me.     I will make you a light to the Gentiles,     and you will bring my salvation to the ends of the earth.” Isaiah 49:6 radio.hopewithgod.com

Are you afraid of loss? Losing what you love? The truth is: All will be lost. Everyone we love will one day die. Everything we possess will one day fall apart. This is true, but it's not the end of our story. There is another truth that offers hope. There is ONE who did lose all things, so that we could one day gain all things. And that we could live today with hope, free of fear. Jesus lost everything… He offered up His very life. Yet, He didn't stay dead. Jesus overcame death. And He says these words to us from the book of John. He says, “Because I live, you also will live.” Wow, what an offer! Do you believe this? Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: John 14:19 radio.hopewithgod.com

Did you grow up constantly trying to prove yourself? Maybe to your family or to society, or even to God? Have you ever wondered, “Am I good enough? Do I measure up? Will I EVER be good enough?” In the Bible, it says that through Jesus, there's no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male or female. We're all one in Christ. God doesn't look at your title, your job, your past, or where you're from. He looks at your heart—and He's not looking for perfection! Through Jesus, He welcomes all who are willing to follow Him. Are you willing? Just pray, “Jesus, I want to know that I am accepted by You. Will You please forgive me? Thank You for paying the penalty I should have paid to make things right between us. Please meet me with Your love. And thank You. In Jesus' name, amen.” Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Scripture Reference: Galatians 3:28 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever run into a dead end or found your path blocked by a fence or a wall? Some of us carry invisible walls inside. Pain, fear, or past mistakes block us from where we had hoped our lives would go. But there's hope. The Bible says… Through Jesus, we who were far away have been brought near. He is our peace. He tore down the wall that kept us apart from God and from each other. Jesus came to bring peace—not just between people, but a deep, abiding peace in the most hidden places of your soul. If you're longing for life that is truly life, there is a way. Jesus made the way and He made it for you. Pray to Him, say, “Jesus, I've been far away, but I come to you now. I want to come close. Please forgive me, bring me peace and the help that I need to follow You. In Jesus' name, amen.” Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: Ephesians 2:13-14 radio.hopewithgod.com

Can I tell you what God has done for me? I grew up in a Christian home, but I turned away from God and the way of my family. I made decisions, I did things, I went places, I never thought I would. I imagined that these experiences would bring me enlightenment and satisfaction, but the opposite was true. I became depressed and confused. I was full of shame. I was certain that God wanted nothing to do with me. But I've come to find out that was a lie. When the darkness became too much, I cried out to God and He heard me. He answered me and He said: “Wendy, I love you. I will lift the shame from your life. I will free you, I will forgive you. Come, let's walk together.” Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. "Come and listen, all you who fear God,     and I will tell you what he did for me." Psalm 66:16 radio.hopewithgod.com

Do you ever feel like you just don't fit in anywhere? Here's something amazing: the Bible talks about a future where people from every nation, every tribe, every language will stand together before God. There will be no racism, no division, no rejection—only love. This is what we were made for—a place to truly belong. God made each one of us and values EVERY person. And He's preparing that eternal home for all who will come. It's an open invitation. You just need to choose it and receive it. If you are searching today for true belonging, this is your moment. Just follow along in this prayer: “God, I've often felt alone or outside. But I want to belong to You. Please help me to know You, Your love, and I will follow You all the days of my life. In Jesus' name, amen.” Always remember, there is hope with God. "After this I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches in their hands." Revelation 7:9 radio.hopewithgod.com

Where do you find peace? Peace is the one thing that every human wants and needs on the face of the earth. Where do we find it? Some say: Well, there's chaos on the outside, but I strive for inner peace. I don't know about you, but I found that even that is elusive. There is a peace that God gives. Jesus says: ‘I give you MY peace and I don't give to you as the world gives..do not let your heart be troubled.' His peace is different. It's not dependent on our circumstances or even on what's happening inside. His peace transcends all. It's real and it's available and it's for you. Do you want it? Ask God to give you His peace—begin a relationship with Him today. Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don't be troubled or afraid." John 14:27 radio.hopewithgod.com

Life isn't always easy. Some days you feel tired, hurt, or just unsure of where to go next. Take comfort in this truth: When Jesus was born, an angel from God came and said, “Don't be afraid. I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.” All people.That means you. Jesus came to offer you joy, healing, and peace, and rescue. He came so that we wouldn't have to face life alone—and so that death wouldn't have the final word. Maybe no one's ever told you this before, but God wants to know you. And He wants you to know that He loves you. Do you feel your heart stirring about all this? Just call out and say, “Jesus, I am stepping out in faith and I'm choosing to believe that this Good News is real and that it's for me. Please meet me today with Your joy and Your peace.” Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Scripture Reference: Luke 2:10 radio.hopewithgod.com

Do you consider yourself spiritually open-minded? Maybe you believe that there is a God. Or you've discovered that there is definitely a spiritual aspect to this world. Do you know that the only true spiritual seeker is God Himself? He is the one who comes and seeks after us. He's even seeking after you—pursuing you right now. Have you considered that you could be known personally and live in an intimate relationship with the living God? He is the majestic, great King, the Judge of all earth, and Creator of the universe. But at the same time, He says: I will be your Father, and I long to adopt you. And we will live life together. ** That is His offer for you today. Not a religious chasing around, but a close, personal relationship with God Himself. I urge you to say “yes” to Him today. Let God find you. Always remember, there is hope with God. "For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him." John 3:16-17 radio.hopewithgod.com

Long ago, through a prophet named Isaiah, God promised to send a Savior to the world. And we're told that the government would be on His shoulders. That word government means rule, authority, power. And the word shoulders means the place of carrying a burden. Is it possible that ruling your life has moved from being a responsibility to a burden? Your Savior has come, and He offers to take this burden from you. He says, Give me your life. Let me take it on my shoulders. Walk with me. Allow me to be the one to guide and direct you. Why don't you give Him your life today? When you do, the burdens will be lifted. Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. "For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you traveled far in the hope of a better life? The future is uncertain. And even when you arrive, you may end up feeling, I've lost part of myself. Jesus once said, “I have come to seek and to save that which was lost.” He isn't passively waiting for you to come to Him—He's with you even now. He's near to you, calling for you to come and follow Him. And He's no stranger to rejection, no stranger to struggle. He knows your journey. He knows your pain, for Himself. He's offering you something the world can't take away—belonging. Not just in a place, but in His deep and unshakable love. What if the better life you dream of begins with being known by the One who made you? What if the love you've been searching for has already found you? Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Scripture Reference: Luke 19:10 radio.hopewithgod.com

Are you weighed down from carrying the weight of sorrow? Sorrow can make us angry and bitter, and full of self-pity. We can end up moving through the world without hope. The prophet Isaiah, in the Bible, beautifully proclaimed what Jesus would do centuries before it happened: He took up our sickness, and He carried our sorrows. When Jesus went to the cross, He didn't just see our sorrow or have compassion on our sorrow, or even wasn't just with us in our sorrow. He carried our sorrow. He actually became a man of sorrows so that He could lift sorrow from us. Do you know this about Him? Are you ready to give Him your sorrow? You can, today! Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. Scripture Reference: Isaiah 53:4 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever felt like you've done everything you were supposed to do—you worked hard, you stayed hopeful, maybe you got an education, and yet you still feel stuck? There is a God who sees you. He has compassion for you. And He knows your questions, He knows your doubts, and He wants to guide you through it. There's a verse I read in the Bible, God's holy book, and it says this: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart. Don't depend only on your own understanding. And he will show you which path to take.” That promise is real. I've experienced it in my own life. You can stop carrying the pressure alone. God can give you peace. He has the hope your heart has longed for. And it is not found in a perfect plan or solutions to every problem—it is found in a person. The person of Jesus. Do you want to know Him? Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: Proverbs 3:5 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you worked hard and made sacrifices to support the people you love? Maybe you've given everything—for the family, for the hope of a better future. But sometimes, maybe, you've just felt forgotten, unseen, maybe even an emptiness. I want to tell you, there's a love that never forgets you. A hope that reaches across all the divisions, all the boundaries. Jesus once said, “There is no greater love than to lay down one's life for one's friends.” That's the love He offers you. You matter—not just for what you give, but for who you are. God invites you to rest in His arms. The One who sees your tears and honors your sacrifices. He gave Himself so you could be free. And He wants to give you new life, today. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Scripture Reference: John 15:13 radio.hopewithgod.com

Are you burdened by sickness? In Isaiah 53 in God's holy book, the Bible, we're told that when Jesus went to the cross, He took the burden of our sickness. The sickness of the world and the sickness from within eat away at us, and we are burdened. But Jesus came as a servant, and He gave His life, and He says, I will take the burden of your sickness—of this consuming brokenness. I'll take it on myself, so that you can be free. This is the beautiful work that Jesus did on the cross. When He died, He took the burden of our sickness. Are you free? You can ask Him today… say Lord, I give You my life, take it today in the name of Jesus. Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com

Maybe you're used to carrying responsibility and showing strength, and keeping harmony, and doing what's expected. But even when you're getting everything right, there might be a quiet loneliness in your heart—a longing to be known, not just for what you've done, but for who you are. Jesus says to you, “Come to me… and you will find rest for your soul.” The rest He offers isn't laziness. It's the peace that comes from being fully known and still deeply loved. He doesn't want to push you to be perfect; He welcomes the real you. You don't have to carry the weight alone. Being strong includes letting yourself be loved. The very One who formed your heart will also fill it—with a peace that stays and a love that sees you to the core. He is not disappointed in you. Come to Him today. Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com

God isn't interested in offering you just a bandage. Bandages are for small cuts, temporary fixes. God wants to do surgery on your life. Many of us come to God, and we say, I'm in pain, will you help me? And God says, yes, of course, I'll help you. Give it all to me. Jesus offers us so much more than a quick fix! He says: "I came so that they (that's you) can have real and eternal life, more and better life than you ever dreamed of." Jesus says: Come. Come to me. Lay it all down—everything you love, everything you depend on, everything you think you are or you want to be. And I will give you life. Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com

What do you most value? Maybe you're educated…the type that grapples with hard questions and seeks the honest answers. But sometimes—even when we gather all the knowledge we can—there's still a quiet ache in your heart and your soul, a sense that something's missing. Here's what Jesus says about it: “I have come that you may have life, and have it to the full.” Life! Full and rich and rooted in love. Jesus doesn't ask us to turn off our minds—He actually meets us there and gently invites our hearts along with it. What if meaning isn't something you have to build, but something that is already available, just waiting to be drawn out by the One who made you? God knows your questions, He understands your doubts, and He still offers you His love. He is not a myth; He's alive and closer than you. Always remember, there is hope with God.  radio.hopewithgod.com

Are you a driven person with big goals? When you're surrounded by ambition, it's easy to believe that if you just work harder, earn more, or achieve more, then you'll feel secure. But deep inside, maybe you still feel like there's something missing. Jesus once asked his friends a rhetorical question: “What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?” He wasn't shaming success—He was offering something better: a love that doesn't depend on performance. What if you were made not just for achievement, but to be deeply known and loved by God? Could the longing you feel be the cry of your soul reaching for something, or someone, that's eternal? What if it's time to stop chasing security, and start allowing yourself to be found? Be still today. Jesus is offering you something more. Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com

What do you imagine God hears when you cry out to Him? Maybe you wonder if He's listening. Maybe you wonder if He's even real. In Psalm 18, the writer says: “In my distress I called to the Lord; I cried out to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him… into his ears.” What a beautiful image. The interesting thing about these words is that the writer says: “I cried out to my God.” Is He your God? Are you His child? Do you know Him? When you call out to Him, you're not crying to an unknown force in the universe; you're calling out to a Father—a Father who loves you and gave Himself for you. Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Refernce: Psalm 18:6 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you spent your life seeking peace? Maybe you've worked hard at finding peace…through silence, or discipline, or practicing kindness. And yet, sometimes pain still assails you. Jesus once said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.” His peace can enter into your heart if you want it. It doesn't erase the pain, but it holds you in the middle of it. It doesn't depend on perfection or performance. It comes from being loved deeply and unconditionally. It's a peace that brings healing, not escape. A peace that stays. What if true peace isn't something you have to chase, but someone who comes close to you and sits with you in your sorrow, and carries your burdens as His own? The source of this peace, Jesus, is closer than you think—and ready for you right now. Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: John 14:27 radio.hopewithgod.com

We are made for beauty. It drives us—our urges, our longings. We love beautiful things. We love new babies, and new cars, and beautiful forests, and mountains, and rivers. There is a type of beauty that takes us past the surface-level longing. The prophet Isaiah, from the Bible, tells us that Jesus had no beauty or majesty to attract us to Him. He put His beauty—His glory—aside so that we could see what real, eternal beauty looks like. So that we could see that, even in our brokenness, we can be beautiful—that He alone can make beauty out of the ashes of our lives. Are you longing for beauty in your life? Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau.  Scripture Reference: Isaiah 53:2 radio.hopewithgod.com

Has life ever felt to you like it's just all about proving yourself? Working hard, caring for your family, trying to keep hope alive—these things matter. But the truth is, for every one of us, we wear out. I've felt it myself. And in my darkest times, I've discovered something—someone—that has changed me. Jesus once told His followers, “Don't be afraid, little flock, your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” Jesus was offering a kind of love and care that doesn't have to be earned. He gave it freely—not because He was weak, but because He had so much strength that He was able to share it—God's strength, for your weary soul. You're not meant to carry everything alone. Let the love of God become your foundation and your rescue. God, the One who made you, has been waiting to walk with you all along, with a love that never gives up. Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com

When fighting, violence, or loss turns your world upside down, it can feel like life as you know it has ended. Your home and your friends and your future… the dreams you always thought would come true—they can feel shattered. Maybe you're wondering, is healing even possible? Jesus once said, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Those are much more than just nice words—He is offering you His very own self. A presence that walks with you in the dark and gently leads you toward the light. If you've lost everything familiar to you, God is the place where you will be deeply known and never forgotten. He sees your wounds and your scars, and He calls you worthy. Let Him walk with you today—not to erase your past, but to heal you for your future. Always remember, there is hope with God. "God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4 radio.hopewithgod.com

Are you a wanderer? Exploration, inquiry, and discovery… are all great things, and we're made for them. But wandering can have deep consequences. Where I live in Portland, Oregon, people die every year in our mountains and wildernesses because they get lost. Listen to these words from Isaiah 53, from the Message version of the Bible: “We're all like sheep who've wandered and gotten lost. We've all done our own thing. We've gone our own way. And God has piled all our sins—everything we've done wrong… on Him, Jesus.” Are you a wanderer? Have you gone your own way? Come home to Him today. He's looking for you, and He's calling you to your true home. Always remember there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever lived in a new place that just doesn't feel like it will ever be your home? Maybe that's you right now. Living far from home can make you feel invisible, like nobody really sees your heart or the weight that you carry. Jesus once told a story about a shepherd who left the ninety-nine sheep to find the one that was lost—that mattered. And you also matter. Even if you've never heard His name before, Jesus sees you. He understands feeling misplaced and misunderstood, and far from home. But He also brings hope—a connection to God's love that is not limited by location. He says in the Bible, “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me.” You're not forgotten. You are not unseen. That longing in your heart is an invitation from God. Come and follow Him; make your home in Him. Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com

Do you feel forsaken by God? Forgotten, abandoned? You're not. In fact, Jesus knows what it feels like to be forsaken. On the cross, when He died, Jesus cried out in His pain and His suffering, “My God! Why have you forsaken me?” Yet, Jesus stayed, and He died. And because of this act of sacrifice, you will never be forsaken. I will never be forsaken. That word forsaken means: to leave, abandon. Jesus will never leave us. This is the truth. And I pray today that the truth will be stronger than the lies that can ravage our minds—that the fear that creeps in will be silenced by this truth. Always remember there is hope with God. "So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you." Deuteronomy 31:6 radio.hopewithgod.com

Maybe you've felt that longing—that ache for something real, something lasting—and you've searched, and you've questioned, even felt moments of connecting with something deep. What if true peace isn't something that you have to work for, but someone who longs to know you? Jesus once said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” His peace isn't fragile or distant. It meets you right in your real life, with your real doubts and your hopes. So, what if that peace, that rest, is closer than you think? What if it's not about religion or ritual, but about being seen and loved, just as you are? Could it be that the One you've been looking for is already there, right now, reaching out to you—gently, patiently, lovingly? Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: Matthew 11:28 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever faced the heartbreak of a dream that didn't come true? That kind of grief is real, and it runs deep. But I want you to know—you are not alone. Jesus Himself understands sorrow. The Bible tells us that He was… …a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. He knows what it is to weep, to feel the weight of heavy loss. And yet, He promises that sorrow is not the end of your story. If you're walking through grief right now, don't rush past it. Let Jesus carry you through it, and that will bring you healing and peace, and a joy that will be restored at just the right time. You can begin your new life with Jesus today. Invite Jesus to transform your life and carry you in your grief. You are not alone. You are seen, and you are loved. And there is hope ahead for you. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. "He was despised and rejected—     a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. We turned our backs on him and looked the other way.     He was despised, and we did not care." Isaiah 53:3 radio.hopewithgod.com

What comforts you? Thinking of comfort reminds me of when my children were young, when one of them would become distressed and cry. As their mother, I understood why they were crying, even when they didn't. In love, I would wrap my arms around them and comfort them. In Philippians 2, Paul tells us that we receive comfort from God's love. We don't understand everything that happens to us in life; we want things we can't have, we have pain that we don't understand, and it brings us to our knees—we cry out to God. The beautiful truth is that we have a Father who comes and says, “I love you, you're safe.” God is able to comfort us with His love. Ask Him today. Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. "Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate?" Philippians 2:1 radio.hopewithgod.com

There's a kind of sorrow that makes even music impossible. The Israelites felt that when they were taken from their home and exiled to Babylon. One of their ancient songs even says, They hung their harps on the weeping willow trees, too brokenhearted to sing. Maybe you've felt that kind of grief also—the kind that steals your song, that makes joy feel like a distant dream. But grief is not the end of your story. There is someone who sees every tear, who promises that one day, He will wipe every tear from your eyes. Jesus is inviting you to come to Him. You just have to respond. Jesus, I need You. Hold me in this pain. Heal my heart. I tell you, Jesus will welcome that prayer. He welcomes you. He will never abandon you in your pain. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. "He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever." Revelation 21:4 radio.hopewithgod.com

Where do you belong? Where is your country? The sad reality is that there are millions of refugees around the world right now. People fleeing violence and poverty and persecution. People searching for a new citizenship. Paul tells us in Philippians 3 that our true citizenship isn't here on earth; our true citizenship is made to be in heaven. And we eagerly wait for the return of our Savior from there—that's Jesus. Do you know where you belong? When you believe that Jesus is who He says He is, when you repent, ask Him to forgive you, when you become His child, heaven becomes your home and you become a citizen of heaven! Always remember, there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. "We are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior." Philippians 3:20 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever felt like everything you've ever loved has been taken away? Like the place you called home is no longer yours? The ancient Israelites knew that pain well. They were forced from their homeland, exiled to a foreign place, grieving the loss of everything familiar to them and they asked, How can we sing the songs of the Lord in a foreign land? Maybe you know that kind of sorrow—losing someone you love, feeling like a stranger in your own life, wondering if hope will ever be possible again. Well, there is someone who meets us in our grief. His name is Jesus. If your heart is aching, you don't have to bear it alone. Simply say to Him, Jesus, will you please forgive me? Walk with me in all of this pain of my life. Take over. Show me Your love. Always remember, there is hope with God. "He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds." Psalm 147:3 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever felt so tired that it seems impossible to carry on? Like you just can't muster up the strength to hold on to hope? There's another kind of hope available to you today. Not hope you try to convince yourself of, not hope in your own plans and abilities, but hope that is found only in Jesus. He loves you so much that He died for you, to wash you clean from every wrong thing you've ever done, to give you a new start. Let Him restore your hope today. Pray with me now. Jesus, I give all my heaviness to You. I cannot carry this weight on my own. I need You to strengthen me with Your hope. I believe that You died for my sins when You went to the cross, and I choose to follow You today. In Jesus' name, amen. Always remember, there is hope with God. “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 radio.hopewithgod.com

What steals your peace? Sometimes it's one short conversation or maybe a longtime problem that seems to have no solution. True peace is only found in a relationship with Jesus. And He offers a very powerful type of peace. He offers peace that will guard our minds and hearts by the power and the presence of God. This is available to you! It's a mystery and a miracle, and it's very, very real. It's not a head-in-the-clouds type of attitude, but a posture of a person who knows exactly what's happening around them, grounded in the eternal truth that God is Lord of all. Do you have this peace today? You can! Ask Him! Lord, I give you my life today. Always remember there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. "Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7 radio.hopewithgod.com

Do you remember what life was like when you were a little kid? Children are amazed by everything, aren't they? Even the simplest things. Jesus once told His followers, who were wondering about how to be the best in God's eyes, that to live in a close relationship with Him, they'd have to become like little children. What do you think that means? Jesus was showing them that, more than ambition, power, and greatness, He values humility, trust, and the simple wonder and amazement of a child. This is how you're invited to approach God. You don't have to figure everything out. You don't have to use religious words or fancy prayers. You just come to God with an open heart, simply trusting that He will guide you. You will be amazed at what He will do. Will you put your trust in Him? Trust Him with your life. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. "I tell you the truth, unless you turn from your sins and become like little children, you will never get into the Kingdom of Heaven." Matthew 18:3 radio.hopewithgod.com

God cares about your future. Do you believe this? He knows your past… all you've done and all that has been done to you. Long ago, the apostle Paul wrote about his determination to do this one thing, he said: I will forget what is behind and strain toward what is ahead. Because of Jesus' work on the cross, if you give Him your life, He will take care of your past. Not just take care of it—He will cleanse you of it. That is what the cross is all about. And then He says: I offer you hope and a future with me. Your past might be filled with pain and failure, maybe your past haunts you. God knows. And He offers you a future of peace and wholeness. Not perfect, but changed. Always remember there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. Scripture Reference: Philippians 3:13 radio.hopewithgod.com

Have you ever been skydiving? I haven't! Are you crazy? But, I do know this: You have to trust your instructor. It's very difficult to trust someone that much… We like to be in control of everything that goes on in our lives. Would you consider putting your trust in God? Letting go and fully trusting in God is the best decision you will ever make. The book of Proverbs is full of God's wisdom, and this is what it says: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and don't depend on your own understanding. God wants us to depend on His understanding because He knows how to care for us far better than we can care for ourselves. He is strong, He is loving, He is able to carry all of your burdens. Will you put your trust in Him today? Let go of your fear, and your worries, and your anxiety. Bring it all to God, who loves you without reservation. Always remember, there is hope with God. "Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path." Psalm 119:105 radio.hopewithgod.com

Has anyone ever made a promise to you and then let you down? What if I told you that God has made many promises to you? Better yet, He will never fail you; He will never break His promises. In the Bible, God's Living Word, the book of 1st Kings says this, Not one of God's good promises has ever failed. God sent His Son, Jesus, to rescue us from death. He gave His life to make a way for us to be close with God. Three days after dying on the cross, Jesus rose from the grave, defeating sin and death. God made a way for us to have life. He is a faithful promise keeper. That way is Jesus. Do you want to know God, the keeper of all promises? He is waiting for you with open arms. Put your trust in Him today. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. radio.hopewithgod.com

What encourages you? Take a minute to think about it. Is it a raise at work, money in your bank account, your children's success, or a particular relationship? There are so many amazing things in life that encourage us. The hard truth is that these things come and go. Money is spent, our children are imperfect, people hurt us. In the Bible, the apostle Paul writes of the deepest type of encouragement possible: we can be united with Christ—with Jesus. In relationship with the God of the universe through Jesus. He is the Servant King who came and gave His life to carry the pain, the sin, and suffering of the world. This is a great mystery, and this is the greatest encouragement. Always remember, there is hope with God. "Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate?" Philippians 2:1 radio.hopewithgod.com

Did you know you can talk to God anywhere, anytime? He listens to your prayers and He responds in love. The Apostle Paul wrote a letter, long ago, to the followers of Jesus in Ephesus. And it said this. He told his people, Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. This just means that when we pray to God, His Spirit is with us, giving us strength and connecting us to God. Do you want to start a relationship with God? Pray with me now: God, I need you in every part of my day. Come and give me strength, give me guidance. I need it. I need connection with You today through Your Spirit. I want to be close to You and I want to follow You with all of my life, all of my heart. I love You, Father. In Jesus' name, amen. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Scripture Reference: Ephesians 6:18 radio.hopewithgod.com

Who is your person in the world? A best friend, a husband or wife, a parent? The person that makes you feel safe when you're with them. You understand them and they understand you; you can fully be yourself with them. Maybe you don't have anyone like this, and you long for it. God's holy book tells us that we can have fellowship with the very Spirit of God! The word fellowship means communion, partnership. You can become God's child. You can receive forgiveness for your past because of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. When you choose to give Him your life, you're forgiven, you're freed. You're adopted into His family. And He becomes your person. What a miracle! What a mystery! It's the most beautiful relationship. Always remember there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. "Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate?" Philippians 2:1 radio.hopewithgod.com

You know, where I live, we don't get a whole lot of sunlight. We get lots of clouds and lots of rain. But when the sun does break through. Oh my! I can tell you it changes everything! We are not created to sit in overwhelming darkness, losing hope as the days pass by. Just like sunlight naturally brings joy, Jesus brings light into the darkest part of our souls. Whatever darkness you may be facing right now, be encouraged that it is not meant to last forever. Jesus said, I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you will never walk in darkness. Do you want to step into this light? Invite Jesus Christ into your heart right now. Let Him take over. This is why He went to the cross, to make things right between you and Him. To let His light shine in your life like the warmth of the sun. He wants to fill you with this hope, and He wants to do it today. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. radio.hopewithgod.com

Do you feel lost? There's a story in the Bible, God's book of truth, it's a story about a shepherd with one hundred sheep, and one wanders away. He left his ninety-nine sheep to rescue the one sheep that took off on its own. Wow! That is true love. This story represents the love of Jesus for you. He is the shepherd, and we are the sheep. We try to figure out life on our own, and we stray from the shepherd's care. Even though we run, Jesus loves us so much that He rescues us. He comes for us and He brings us back. He wants to have a relationship with you.. Have you been running from God, afraid that He won't accept you back? You have a good shepherd who sees you and knows you. Come to Him today! He's reaching out to you with open arms. Always remember, there's hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. Scripture Reference: Matthew 18:10-14 radio.hopewithgod.com

What's the most valuable thing you have? What or who do you love the most? The apostle Paul wrote a letter to the early Christians in Philippi to encourage them to follow the way of Jesus. In it, he said… Everything good he had was a loss compared to one thing—knowing Jesus. Not just serving Jesus, but knowing Him. When he wrote these words, he was in prison—everything was stripped away. How challenging for him! The truth is that everything we have, we will lose. And the people we love, they will go. But you will one day face Jesus at the end of your life. Nothing matters more than this, when all is said and done. Will He know you as a friend and welcome you home? Always remember, there is hope with God. "I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done." Philippians 3:7 radio.hopewithgod.com

It's like this: You feel a little pain in your chest and think, Huh, I should probably get that checked out. Then you go to the doctor, and he tells you, You've gotta eat better, you've gotta exercise, get more rest… or else. And you ask, Well, when exactly will something bad happen if I don't do all these things? Now, what about your spiritual health? Maybe you've felt something stirring in your heart—a whisper, maybe, saying, What about God? Find out about Him. But you push it aside. Life gets busy, and you think, A_h, I'll just deal with that later._ God's holy book, the Bible, says, People can never predict when hard times come. Like fish in a net or birds in a trap, people are caught by sudden tragedy. Don't wait. God offers you life. He's calling you to turn from the things that are destroying you and run into His arms. Always remember, there is hope with God. Scripture Reference: Ephesians 9:12 radio.hopewithgod.com

Is this life all there is? I believe that the fact that we want to believe that there is an eternity reveals that it's there — it's a reality. The Bible clearly tells us that there is an afterlife and that we can have it with God. Jesus Himself said it in John 17, "This is eternal life: that they(that's us) may know You(that's God), the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent." How do you get eternal life? How can we be certain? Know God through Jesus Christ. It sounds so simple, and it is! Jesus has done all that is needed for us to know God. How could we say no to this offer? Always remember there is hope with God. This is Wendy Palau. radio.hopewithgod.com

I was watching a show the other day, and the people just kept saying over and over— “Go to hell! Go to hell!” And couldn't help thinking to myself…why on earth would anyone want to do that? Hell is not just a word—it's a real place. A place of regret and darkness. A place of separation from God. And if we refuse His offer of life, that's where we're headed. But hold on, there's good news! Jesus Christ made a way. He told His disciples this: “Don't let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father's house there are many mansions, many rooms and I am going there to prepare a place for you.” No more pain, no more grief, no more sorrow. So don't go to hell. Come with me—let's go to Heaven together. Say yes to Jesus Christ today. Always remember, there is hope with God. I'm Andrew Palau. radio.hopewithgod.com

Decision-making can feel overwhelming, and everyone claims to have a solution. How do we gain clarity and wisdom beyond our own understanding? The ancient wisdom of the book of Proverbs in the Bible says this: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” Proverbs teaches us that wisdom is a divine gift. It says, “For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.” By seeking Him, seeking His plan, then we can receive wisdom that we need to navigate life's enormous challenges. And it's not just about material success; wisdom is about living a life of peace and purpose. Proverbs even personifies wisdom as a woman, and says about Lady Wisdom, “Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.” Are these the paths of life that you want to walk on? Always remember, there is hope with God. radio.hopewithgod.com