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Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

Daily Dose of Bitachon: The Master's Design Welcome back to our study of Shaar HaBechina . Today, we look at three marine creatures that appear physically vulnerable but are equipped with high-tech biological systems for survival. These examples highlight how the Creator balances a creature's weaknesses with extraordinary, "custom-built" strengths. 1. The Cuttlefish: The World's Most Advanced Camouflage The cuttlefish lacks a hard shell, making it a soft target. To compensate, Hashem gifted it the most advanced active camouflage system on Earth. Unlike a soldier's static uniform, the cuttlefish uses a multi-layered biological screen made of "pixels"—tiny sacs of pigment called chromatophores. Rapid Change: By contracting or relaxing muscles around these sacs, it can change its color pattern in less than 200 milliseconds —faster than a human blink. Texture Mimicry: It doesn't just change color; it changes its physical shape. Specialized muscles can transform smooth skin into a jagged, rocky texture to match granite or seaweed. To a predator, it doesn't just look like a rock; it feels like a rock. Hypnosis: It even uses its skin to hunt, creating rhythmic, moving waves of light that daze and hypnotize prey before it strikes. 2. The Box Jellyfish: The High-Pressure Defense The box jellyfish is 95% water and extremely fragile. Because its body would be torn apart in a physical struggle with a thrashing fish, it requires a "one-hit" solution: Instant total system failure of its prey. The Mechanism: Its tentacles are lined with millions of microscopic capsules that fire venom with the acceleration of a bullet . The Potency: It carries enough venom to kill 60 adult humans. This isn't "overkill"—it is a necessary biological deterrent for a creature that cannot afford to fight back. 3. The Electric Eel: The Mobile Power Plant The electric eel is a master of electrochemical engineering. It can generate a discharge of up to 860 volts —enough to stun a horse or power forty lightbulbs. What is truly remarkable is its dual-voltage regulation : Low Voltage: Used as a biological radar to navigate murky waters. High Voltage: Used for "remote control." The eel sends out bursts that force the muscles of hidden prey to twitch. Once the prey twitches and reveals its location, the eel strikes. Modern battery packs actually follow the same engineering principles that eels have used from the beginning of time. Conclusion: The Master Artist Whether we look at the cuttlefish's "photography," the jellyfish's "chemistry," or the eel's "electrical engineering", we see the same hand at work. Hakadosh Baruch Hu —the Master Artist and Engineer—provides every vulnerable creature with exactly what it needs to flourish.

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

Join us this week for the FIRST part of our interview with Casting Director turned Agent turned Coach turned into one of the most popular podcasters today, Dana Bowling! We had such an amazing chat with Dana that we had to split it into 2 segments. This week we will dive into her time as a casting director and her constant need to change and evolve as the industry changed. She stared in casting and then worked her way into agenting and coaching and eventually started a few different podcasts. Today we know her from DAILY DOSE OF DANA, where she dives into all things pop culture and her instagram is a page everyone should be following to keep up to date. Make sure to tune in NEXT week for Part 2 where we go into the pop culture / industry side of things to discuss the Blake Lively / Justin Baldoni case along with Nancy Guthrie and so much more!Make sure you are following us on our Instagram and subscribe to our YOUTUBE channel for amazing video content!Resources:Dana's InstagramDaily Dose of Dana WebsiteDaily Dose of Dana YouTube Channel──────────────────────────⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tipsy Casting YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Jessica ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Jenn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jess ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠& ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jenn's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Casting Journeys --  Thank you,Jess & Jenn⁠⁠www.TipsyCasting.com ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Check out our Podcast HERE!⁠

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What happens when the person caring for others professionally suddenly becomes a caregiver at home? In this episode of the willGather Podcast, Nicole Will sits down with Saudia Gajadhar, Vice President of Marketing & Communications and Chief Happiness Officer at Comfort Keepers, for a conversation about what care really means, beyond services, schedules, and safety plans. Saudia now finds herself living the same reality many families face: supporting aging parents while navigating the emotional shift from daughter to caregiver. Together, Nicole and Saudia explore the human side of aging, independence, and the quiet moments that bring dignity and joy into everyday life. This conversation moves beyond logistics to ask bigger questions: How do we help someone remain themselves as life changes? What do families actually need when care enters the home? And why does human connection still matter more than any technology we create? You'll hear insights on aging in place, dementia caregiving, home care support, caregiver well-being, and the power of small moments, what Comfort Keepers calls a "Daily Dose of Joy." From navigating difficult decisions to redefining what "home" really means, this episode offers encouragement for families, caregivers, and anyone walking alongside someone they love. Because care, at its best, isn't about managing decline. It's about elevating the human spirit and remembering that joy is still possible. Learn more about Comfort Keepers: https://www.comfortkeepers.com/   We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts. Please follow for updates, rate & review! For more information about our guest, podcast & sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willgatherpodcast.com

Daily Dose of Hope February 25, 2026   Scripture:  2 Corinthians 8   Prayer to the Divine Tutor from St Clement of Alexandria (150–215):   Be kind to Your little children, Lord; that is what we ask of You as their Tutor, You the Father, Israel's guide; Son, yes, but Father as well. Grant that by doing what You told us to do, we may achieve a faithful likeness to the Image and, as far as is possible for us, may find in You a good God and a lenient Judge.   May we all live in the peace that comes from You. May we journey towards Your city, sailing through the waters of sin untouched by the waves, borne tranquilly along by the Holy Spirit, Your Wisdom beyond all telling. Night and day until the last day of all, may our praises give You thanks, our thanksgiving and praise to You: You who alone are both Father and Son, Son and Father, the Son who is our Tutor and our Teacher, together with the Holy Spirit.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan.  We are currently walking through Paul's letters.  We are working our way through our fifth pastoral letter, 2 Corinthians. Today's reading is 2 Corinthians 8.  There is significant need among the believers in Jerusalem and Paul is imploring the churches in Macedonia and Greece to give, not out of obligation but truly out of love for their fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. Those in Jerusalem were Jewish believers who the Gentile Corinthians had never met. This offering would not have been part of a tithe, but rather over and beyond their normal giving, in order to help those who needed it. While the Macedonian churches were located in a fairly wealthy and prosperous area, that doesn't mean all the churches were affluent. There were some among them who were wealthy but many more were just working class or poor. And yet, Paul is calling them to give anyway. He has called all the Macedonian churches to give; this includes Corinth but also Philippi and Thessalonica. He is asking the Corinthians church to finish up their previous collection, keeping in mind the extreme need in Jerusalem. This is not a command, by any means, but rather encouragement to do what is right. Giving does not come naturally to human beings. We seem to have this need to keep things for ourselves. We tend toward selfishness over sacrifice. Generosity is something that God nurtures in our hearts. Jesus taught often about being generous. Think about Matthew 6:19-21, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal.  For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. The beauty in the Scripture is that it demonstrates that when we invest in the things of God, our heart will be pulled in that direction as well.  We start by giving sacrificially and God changes our heart. What's been your experience with giving? Do you tithe? If you don't, then what keeps you from giving on that level? Have you ever given above and beyond the tithe, as Paul was encouraging the Corinthians to do? What motivated that giving?  How has God blessed your giving? Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

Kyle Olson, Technical Director

Daily Dose of Bitachon: Wonders of the Deep Welcome to Daily Dose of Bitachon. We continue in our Shaar HaBechina section, exploring the world of fish and the specific wonders found therein. Today, we'll look at three incredible examples of Divine design. 1. The Archerfish: The Underwater Sniper The archerfish is a true specialist. It uses a high-pressure jet of water to shoot down insects sitting on branches above the surface, hitting moving targets from six feet away with 100% accuracy. This presents a massive physics challenge: when looking from water into air, light bends ( refraction ), making an insect appear to be where it isn't. However, the archerfish's brain contains a built-in refraction correction program . Much like corrective lenses, its brain automatically adjusts for the visual distortion. To pull this off, the fish requires three synchronized systems: Binocular Vision: Eyes positioned specifically to see upward through the surface. The Blowgun: A deep groove in the roof of its mouth that, when pressed by the tongue and powered by the gills, acts as a barrel for a bolt of water. Rapid Calculation: The ability to calculate distance and light-bend in a split second. Evolution struggles to explain this; a "partial" blowgun or "partial" refraction correction offers no benefit. They only work—and provide survival value—if they function perfectly together. The answer is a Designer : Hakadosh Baruch Hu. 2. The Sailfish: The Liquid Shield The sailfish can reach speeds of 68 mph . At that velocity, the friction of the water would tear the skin off a normal fish. To survive, it uses micro-turbulence . Its V-shaped scales create tiny swirls of water that act like biological ball bearings, allowing the ocean to slide past with almost zero resistance. Furthermore, its famous sail isn't just for show. It acts as a stabilizer (like a keel) during turns, but the moment the fish strikes, it folds the sail into a specialized groove on its back. This transforms the fish into a perfectly smooth, drag-free torpedo. 3. The Great White Shark: The Biological Voltmeter While we rely on eyes, the Great White Shark possesses a sensory suit that detects bio-electrical signatures . It can sense a heart beating or a gill twitching in total darkness. Its snout is covered in hundreds of jelly-filled pores that act as voltmeters . This jelly has the highest proton conductivity of any biological material, allowing the shark to detect a gradient as tiny as five billionths of a volt per centimeter . It converts these electrical fields into nerve impulses, telling the shark exactly where its prey is located. The Song of Creation These aren't just "nature facts"—they are the wonders of God's design. This study is a profound spiritual exercise. In Tehillim 148 , when David HaMelech calls upon the world to praise Hashem, he begins with the heavens ( הללו את ה' מן השמים ). But when he turns to the earth ( הללו את ה' מן הארץ ), the very first thing he mentions is: "Tanninim vechol tehomot" — Sea giants and all watery depths. The ocean is the starting point for praising the Creator from the earth, and through these wonders, we see w

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

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Daily Dose of Hope February 24, 2026   Scripture:  2 Corinthians 7   Prayer:  Holy and Almighty Father, We come to you today with humble hearts.  We know we are broken and need you.  We are weak.  We are vulnerable to temptation.  Lord, fill us with your strength.  Give us your stamina and wisdom.  We can't do this life without you, Lord.  It's in the powerful name of Jesus we pray, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan.  We are currently walking through Paul's letters.  We are working our way through our fifth pastoral letter, 2 Corinthians. Today's reading is 2 Corinthians 7.  Paul continues to express his love and dedication to the Corinthians. Despite their disobedience and their lack of confidence in him, Paul has confidence and love for them. In fact, Paul says that he would live or die with them. He is making the point that their relationship as brothers and sisters in Christ will not end with physical death. They are united for eternity. This means something! Have you ever considered that you are united with your fellow believers for eternity? This usually brings me great joy. I've met Christians all over the world who I know I won't ever meet again in this earthly life. But yet, we will be together in heaven forever. At the same time, there are believers who I know with whom I've never quite gotten along. Guess what? I also will spend eternity with them. Our bonds as Christian brothers and sisters are strong, friends. Is there a Christian brother or sister with whom you have disagreed, and you need to make amends? Our allegiance to Jesus should always trump our individual disagreements. I'm not saying to be a doormat. However, think about the disagreement, pray about it, and see how God wants you to proceed. There is one more concept in this chapter I wanted to mention.  Paul rejoices that the Corinthians have experienced Godly sorrow and repentance.  2 Corinthians 7:10 distinguishes between godly sorrow, which produces "repentance leading to salvation," and worldly sorrow, which leads to death. Godly sorrow is about remorse for hurting God and others, while worldly sorrow is often just regret over being caught or facing consequences.  Have you experienced Godly sorrow or worldly sorrow?  Can you see the difference? Blessings, Pastor Vicki    

Kara Hackert, Director of Children & Family Ministries

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

As Mercury stations retrograde this week, you move out of the pre-retrograde “preview of the movie” into Chapter Two of your Retrograde story - what I call the "F Around and Find Out" phase - where you're invited to experiment, try things out, and gather real-time data without judgment.In this episode, we'll talk about how to work this middle chapter intentionally so that when Chapter Three arrives, you can integrate what you've learned with clarity and precision. Get your copy of the Manifest BIIG in 2026 Journal on Amazon: Buy Here! Get the Daily Dose of Stars 2026 Planner on Amazon: Buy Here! Subscribe to A Daily Dose of Stars! Right now, you're using Astrology to predict your future. The real power lies in using it to partner with the energy of the moment. A Daily Dose of Stars is a daily energy report that helps you work practically with the energy of every single day. Each day, you'll walk away knowing when it's best to take bold action, when to prioritize rest, when to get outside and socialize, and when you're better off taking the day off and simply letting it all go. Trust me when I say: this level of intel is priceless. HERE'S ALL THE WAYS WE CAN WORK TOGETHER: https://www.drunkastro.com/work-with-me THE DRUNK ASTROLOGY WEBSITE: www.drunkastro.com HOST: Graham Breitenstein

Daily Dose of Hope February 23, 2026   Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6   Prayer: Abba Father, We come to you today in awe of your love for us.  Thank you, Lord, for your sacrifice.  Thank you for sitting high and looking low.  We give you all the glory and praise, Lord Jesus.  Help us to be less selfish and more like you.  On our own, we mess it up.  We need you, Jesus.  We need you minute by minute.  Guide our thoughts today, Lord.  Guide our words and guide our actions.  May we look more like you today, Lord, than we did yesterday.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church daily Bible reading plan.  We are currently journeying through Paul's pastoral letters chronologically.  We are now in the middle of 2 Corinthians.   Today's reading is 2 Corinthians 6.  Paul wants the Corinthians to know that there are boundaries surrounding the behaviors of the covenant community. As we have discussed in previous chapters, most of Corinth consisted of individuals who worshipped multiple gods; idolatry and sexual immorality were a part of the pagan existence. Now, people are coming to know Jesus and entering the Corinthian church.  This requires a huge shift in thinking about what is acceptable. Paul continues to teach that while they have freedom in Christ, that is not an excuse for behavior that displeases God. They are called to holiness.   It is from that place that Paul tells the Corinthian believers not to be yoked with unbelievers. A yoke refers to the wooden crosspiece that was fastened over the necks of two oxen and attached to a plow or cart that they are to pull. When one animal is yoked to another, generally the stronger animal can help make up for the inadequacies of the weaker animal. Think about Jesus' words in Matthew 11:28-30, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." When we are yoked together with Jesus, he helps lighten our load and provides rest for our souls.   But Paul is saying not to be yoked with those who are not Christ-followers. As in the reference from Matthew, being yoked with someone suggests a close, almost intimate relationship. Do not yoke yourself with someone whose values, attitudes, and behaviors are fundamentally different from your own. Paul is referencing marriage but also other relationships. Do not bind yourself to people who have a worldview that is opposed to your own.   I want to be clear; Paul is not saying that Christians aren't to associate with unbelievers.  Frequently, Paul encourages believers to eat with those who don't yet believe and build relationships with those who need to know the hope of Christ. But having an unbelieving friend or acquaintance is totally different from an unbelieving spouse, business partner, or bestie. Set your boundaries.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

Jeff Klein, Pastor of Outreach

Welcome to Daily Bitachon We are currently exploring Shaar Habechina , discussing the incredible wonders of creation. Today, our journey takes us beneath the waves as we talk about the world of fish. Before we dive into specific species, let's look at the "engineering" Hashem granted to aquatic creatures in general. 1. The Challenge of Buoyancy The first challenge of underwater life is stability—maintaining a specific depth without constantly burning energy to keep from sinking or floating away. To solve this, Hakadosh Baruch Hu created a gas-filled sac called a swim bladder . By precisely adjusting the gas inside this organ, a fish achieves neutral buoyancy, effectively becoming weightless at any depth. Hashem even lined the organ to make it perfectly gas-tight and positioned it near the spine—the ideal "sweet spot" to ensure the fish remains upright automatically. It's the same principle a submarine uses with ballast tanks, but Hashem embedded this technology directly into the fish's anatomy, allowing it to remain perfectly still while resting or waiting for prey. 2. The Gills: A Masterpiece of Efficiency The next challenge is extracting oxygen from water, which is far denser and contains significantly less oxygen than the air we breathe. To overcome this, Hashem designed a counter-current exchange system . In the fish's gills, blood flows in the opposite direction of the water flowing over them. This brilliant arrangement ensures that oxygen-poor blood is always encountering oxygen-rich water along the entire length of the gill. Without this "opposite-flow" system, fish would receive only half the oxygen they need to survive. It is an unbelievable piece of Divine design. 3. Navigation Without Waze How do you know where you're going in the vast, trackless ocean? Similar to what we see in birds, fish possess tiny magnetic crystals in their brains that act as an in-born compass , sensing the Earth's magnetic field. Furthermore, they have an incredibly sensitive sense of smell. They can detect the unique chemical signature of their "home river"—a scent imprinted on them when they were tiny fry—allowing them to return exactly to where they came from after traveling thousands of miles. 4. Seeing in the Dark In the murky depths, sight isn't always enough. Hashem created a series of fluid-filled canals along the sides of the fish's body containing sensory hairs. This system allows the fish to detect minute pressure waves . They can literally "feel" the vibration of a predator or the movement of prey from a distance, even in total darkness. The Acoustic Engineer: The Blue Whale To see this wisdom in action, let's look at one fascinating creature: the Blue Whale . A Blue Whale's call is louder than a jet engine and can travel over 1,000 miles underwater. To put that in perspective, that's like someone in New York having a clear conversation with someone in Florida without a telephone. But it's not just about volume; it's about understanding the environment. Imagine the ocean as a multi-story building. Usually, sound spreads out in every direction and fades quickly. However, between 2,500 and 4,000 feet down, there is a "sweet spot" where temperature and pressure hit a perfect balance. In the warm upper layers, sound travels too fast and scatters. In the crushing bottom layers, it doesn't work either. But in that middle layer, sound creates a natural lane that traps noise. Instead of fading, the sound bounces back into the center of this layer, like shouting into a long, smooth hallway. When a Blue Whale wants to find a mate a thousand miles away, it doesn't just sing anywhere. It dives down until it hits that specific "hallway" and lets out its 188-decibel call . Because the sound is trapped in that layer, the energy stays focused, allowing another whale on the other side of the ocean to hear the "ping" as if they were standing right next to each other. The Lesson in Bitachon It is fascinating to realize two things: The Design: G-d created an "underground telephone line" within the very physics of the ocean. The Instinct: The whale has the "understanding" to find that line and use it to communicate. Everything we see in modern science is just a replica of the technology Hakadosh Baruch Hu naturally embedded into creation from the very beginning.

Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus MinistriesOur mission is to equip believers to live boldly for Christ with surrendered, lasting obedience, not faith that fades when the pressure lifts. Led by Lee and Jaclyn Arnold, we teach God's Word with clarity and conviction, calling people to authentic faith that endures beyond the crisis.Today's Message:“When Repentance Doesn't Last”Jeremiah 34:1–22In Jeremiah 34, Judah responds to crisis with promises—but when the pressure passes, obedience disappears. God makes it clear that temporary repentance and public vows mean nothing without wholehearted surrender.This message challenges performative faith and asks a searching question:Is our obedience situational—or truly surrendered?Key Takeaways:• God desires lasting faithfulness, not temporary obedience• True repentance is a direction, not a moment• You cannot claim God's blessing while resisting His authority• Jesus kept the covenant we could notToday's Reminder:God is not mocked, but He is merciful. Because Jesus bore the weight of our broken promises, we are free to walk in real forgiveness and lasting obedience.Choose faithfulness that lasts.Stay Connected:• Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook• Wednesday Bible Study – Interactive & in-depth• Daily Dose of Boldness – Daily encouragement from God's WordBe Bold for Jesus Conference 2026

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

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Daily Dose of Hope February 20, 2026   Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5   Prayer:  Almighty God, As we move into our Friday, we pray that today will be a day that we see glimpses of your glory.  We need you, we yearn for you.  Lord, help us set aside our distractions and settle our scattered thoughts so we can focus on you and you alone.  In the next few moments of silence, Lord, hear our prayers... In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We have been journeying through Paul's New Testament letters.  I don't know about you, but its been great to learn more about Paul's relationship with his churches.  There is so much substance here.  Currently, we are in 2 Corinthians.   Today's reading is 2 Corinthians 5.  In the first ten verses of the chapter, Paul is tackling the difficult topic of what happens to us when we die. In Paul's culture (as in ours), there was fascination but also fear regarding the end of physical life. This piece of Scripture discusses the future resurrection and transformation of believers and the certainty of being with Jesus after death. We can be assured of this based on God placing the Spirit within us (Paul calls it a deposit). The Holy Spirit offers us assurance of salvation and that this earthly life is not the end.   Now, let's take a moment and talk about verse 17, one of my favorite verses of Scripture. Paul starts with the statement, "Therefore..." because the previous statement pointed out that Christ is no longer viewed from a human perspective, as he is God. Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior and his life, death, and resurrection form this radical, fundamental breakthrough for all creation. Because of this, things are different. God's Kingdom has been inaugurated and a new way of doing life is here. So, if someone is in Christ, meaning they have accepted Jesus and are united with a life-giving Savior, then this new way of living and being has started. They are no longer the same person. They are being transformed from the inside out by the power of the Spirit of God. The old person, the "pre-Jesus" life, is in the past. They now do life differently - new attitudes, new behaviors, new ways of thinking-focused on the ways of Jesus rather than the ways of the world   I want to add that becoming a new person is a choice. Others call it a process. It's both really. Becoming the person that God created us to be in Jesus Christ is not going to simply happen by accident. We participate in the process. The Holy Spirit works in us and we cooperate with God in the transformation. What has your "becoming a new creation" process looked like? None of us have arrived either. What are the places in your life in which God may be still calling you to change to look more like Jesus?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

Erin Pacheco, Director of Worship

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Daily Dose of Hope February 19, 2026   Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4   Prayer:  Holy God, Almighty Father, the Great I AM, Throughout all time, You are good.  Your ways are perfect.  Teach us your ways, Lord.  Help us to know you better, to know you more.  Lord, on our own, we are powerless.  We are desperate for your wisdom, love, and mercy.  More of you and less of me, Jesus.  Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that goes along with the New Hope Bible reading plan.  We have been on a journey through the letters of Paul, working through them chronologically.   We started with Galatians, then we walked through I and 2 Thessalonians.  We recently finished I Corinthians and now we are in 2 Corinthians.  It's been a great journey thus far.   Today's reading is 2 Corinthians 4.  Paul wants the Corinthians to know that his ministry is not about letters of judgment.  Yes, he is sending them a letter of rebuke but that is different from judgment.  He disapproves of their actions, but he loves them.  Paul wants them to know that his is a ministry of the Holy Spirit.  And where the Spirit is, there is freedom that comes from knowing and being transformed by Jesus.   The message of Jesus is an amazing treasure that we have been given, but we keep it in jars of clay, our frail, broken bodies.  Jars of clay would have been a normal sight in Paul's day. They were basic, earthenware vessels, used for everything from cooking utensils to toilets. They were inexpensive but breakable and could easily be knocked over and damaged.   And we, as Christ-followers, get to be the vessels that hold the Good News of Jesus. God chooses to store his greatest treasure in our own weak and flawed human bodies. They aren't too unlike the clay jars, common and fragile. Yet, God chooses us. In all our brokenness, God chooses us. In the mess of the world, God chooses us. In the midst of hardship and oppression, God still chooses us. We get to be the bearers of the greatest news in the history of all humanity. God chooses us.   Just let that sink in a bit.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki

Gregg DeMey, Lead Pastor

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

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Daily Dose of Hope February 18, 2026   Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3   Prayer:  Holy God, We are weary.  We are tired.  We need you.  You are great and mighty.  You are merciful and loving.  How we need that right now!  Lord, speak to us today.  We need to hear your voice.  We pray that your voice will be louder and clearer than all the other voices that crowd our thoughts.  Lord, in these next few moments of silence, please speak to us...  God, we give you all the glory.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  Happy Ash Wednesday.  If you live in the greater Brandon, Florida, area, I invite you to attend the New Hope Church Ash Wednesday service at 6:30pm in Logan Hall.  There will be meaningful worship, a brief message, and the imposition of ashes.   For our devotional, we are currently journeying through Paul's letters.  We have just started our fifth pastoral letter, 2 Corinthians.  Today, we are taking a look at chapter 3.  In the beginning of the chapter, Paul is explaining why he doesn't need letters of recommendation. Apparently, this was a common practice to provide letters that verified the authenticity of an apostle or leader. Paul mentions providing them in some of his other epistles but does not feel the need to have them for the church at Corinth. After all, he founded the Corinthian church so they should be well aware of his gifts and skills as an apostle. This whole discussion gives us a bigger picture of what Paul is dealing with-people are challenging his credentials and leadership. This must have been very distressing for Paul, who put so much love and self-sacrifice into his churches.   Paul then moves on to a discussion about boldness and spiritual blindness. He can be bold because there is no veil separating him from God. Remember, Moses had to pull a veil over his face when he went to speak with God to protect himself and the Israelites from God's powerful glory. It also reminds me of another veil-the curtain that separated the priest from the holiest of holies in the temple, where God's presence dwelt. Under the Old Covenant, there were many veils which served to protect people from God's power and glory. While it was for their protection, it was also a physical and spiritual separation.   Paul makes the point that even then, while the veil was technically gone, the Jews still behaved as if it was there; they experienced a spiritual blindness of sorts. But in Christ, there is freedom. There doesn't have to be separation from God or blind adherence to the Old Covenant. Christ introduced a new way of doing life, where the veil is gone, and we can now contemplate God's glory. In fact, through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can day by day be transformed into his likeness.   Verse 18 really resonates with me today. "...we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory..." This is sanctification. The more we grow in our walk with Jesus, the more we experience his grace and look more and more like him.   A question: do you look more like Jesus today than you did five years ago? Why or why not? What do you want to look like five years from now?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

Jason Turner, Director of Congregational Engagement

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

Daily Dose of Hope February 17, 2026   Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2   Prayer: Lord God Almighty, You have given us everything.  Not only did you create the world, but you created us.  Everything we have is a gift from you.  Forgive us for when we begin to think that things are "ours."  Soften our hearts.  Help us become more generous.  Lord, I give you my whole self.  I want to offer myself as a living sacrifice; may I be pleasing in your sight.  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We are currently journeying through Paul's letters.  We have just started our fifth pastoral letter, 2 Corinthians. Today, we are taking a look at chapter 2.  In this chapter, Paul explains the reason he delayed his return to Corinth from Macedonia. His first visit had ended poorly. An influential man in Corinth had challenged Paul's apostolic authority.  This man said Paul had no credibility from Jesus.  So Paul left. He knew that if he returned as originally scheduled, it would create another difficult visit.  Paul really wanted to protect the church but he also needed to deal with this conflict. He sent a letter instead. This also created discord in the church.  Not only were they upset with the tone of the letter but they were upset that Timothy rather than Paul delivered it.  But Paul stayed away until he saw how things placed out.  Eventually, the church sided with Paul. They decide that the man who opposed Paul committed a grave sin. The church punished him, and he repented.  Some scholars suggest the term used here might be better interpreted as saying the church "reprimanded" the man. Paul urges them to end the punishment, to forgive and comfort the man, and to reaffirm their love for him. Paul insists that forgiveness must happen in each direction in order to keep them from being tricked by Satan.  Let's think about this – how might the enemy use unforgiveness to gain a foothold in our churches? Paul also wants to assure the church of his deep love for them and their dependence on one another. He isn't the kind of leader who lords authority over them. Rather, they belong to each other. He is their coworker in the movement of the Gospel. Are you aware that as the body of Jesus Christ, we all belong to God but we also belong to each other? Our work in the Lord is dependent on one another. We need one another. We are not independent contractors for Jesus out there on our own trying to share the Good News. Rather, we are all in this together, helping and supporting each other, praying for one another, and encouraging each other in our work. Blessings, Pastor Vicki        

Kelly Day, Director of Coffee Break Bible Study

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within. Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.   About Andrea Butcher Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).   Connect with Andrea https://www.abundantempowerment.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/   Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events      

Daily Dose of Hope February 16, 2026   Scripture:  2 Corinthians 1   Prayer:  Dear Heavenly Father, We are so grateful that your mercies are new every single morning.  No matter what our week or weekend has been like, we can come to you today afresh and anew.  Lord, forgive us for our many failings.  We want to do better.  In these next few moments of silence, Lord, hear our prayers...In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that goes along with the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We have been journeying through Paul's letters.  On Friday, we completed our fourth pastoral letter and today we begin our fifth, 2 Corinthians. While 2 Corinthians is the second letter we have that Paul wrote to Corinth, there are hints in the text about other letters (at least one); most likely got lost so we don't have access to them.  Paul established the church at Corinth on his second missionary journey and you can refresh your memory on that in Acts 18.  After he leaves Corinth, it doesn't take long for him to hear rumors that things are going south there.  That's when he writes I Corinthians.  Just to review, in I Corinthians, Paul provides a strong rebuke of the Corinthians about their worldly aspirations, their arrogance, and their shallow view of Christian leadership. This didn't serve to endear Paul to the influencers in the Corinthian church.  In fact, they got really mad.  Many in the church rejected his teachings and his authority.  Thus, Paul visited them personally in what he called his painful visit.  He references it in the very first verse of 2 Corinthians 2 (we will read I tomorrow).  He was addressing head-on the conflict and immorality in the church.  After that, he wrote a second letter, which I mentioned earlier, and Paul references that a few times in chapter 2.   Apparently, after the visit and letter, many of the Corinthians were repentant and felt terrible about what happened to Paul and the way he was treated.  2 Corinthians (likely his third letter) is Paul's response to those feelings.  He wants to reassure the people and restore his relationship with the church while also offering them wise counsel and not back down from previous statements. In today's Scripture, Paul is reminding the Corinthians of God's faithful promises. God has anointed us and put his seal on us. From antiquity to present times, a seal indicates ownership. Our bodies are not our own but belong to God. And God has put his Holy Spirit within our hearts as a deposit, or a guarantee, of what is to come. The promise is that we will be with Jesus at the resurrection and that we will continue to be made into his likeness in the meantime. How do we know that the Holy Spirit is living within us? How do we know that we belong to God? Think back to your own childhood. How did you know that you belonged to your earthly parents? Besides having the same name, there is an awareness and even a confidence that they are your parents and you are their child. This is obviously an imperfect example because while some earthly parents are responsible, protective, and loving, others are not. But we can know that God our Father is faithful, trustworthy, protective, and loving. Do you know that God is your Father?  And, do you know that the Holy Spirit is within you?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki    

Jeff Klein, Pastor of Outreach

Welcome to Be Bold for Jesus Ministries!Our mission is to help believers live boldly for Christ and walk in surrendered obedience, not just in moments of pressure, but for a lifetime. Led by Lee and Jaclyn Arnold, we teach God's Word with clarity and conviction, calling people to authentic faith that lasts beyond the crisis.Today's message:“When Repentance Doesn't Last”(Jeremiah 34:1–22)In Jeremiah 34, the people of Judah make promises to God during a national crisis. Under pressure, they do the right thing. But when the pressure eases, they reverse their obedience. God makes it clear that He is not impressed by temporary repentance or public promises that are later taken back.This message confronts performative repentance and challenges us to examine whether our obedience is situational or surrendered. God sees beyond words and religious moments. He calls for lasting faithfulness.Key truths from today's message:• God is not impressed by temporary obedience• Pressure often produces promises, but true repentance lasts• You cannot bargain for God's blessing while resisting His authority• Public vows made before God are serious• Delayed obedience is still disobedience• Fear of people leads to compromise• Jesus kept the covenant we broke• Real freedom is found in surrendered obedienceToday's reminder:True repentance is not a moment, it is a direction. God is not mocked, but He is merciful. Because Jesus bore the curse of our broken promises, we are free to walk in lasting obedience and real forgiveness.“Choose faithfulness that lasts.”Stay connected and grow with us:• Sunday Sermons – Live on Zoom & Facebook• Wednesday Bible Study – Interactive and in-depth• Daily Dose of Boldness – Encouragement from God's WordBe Bold for Jesus Conference 2026

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Daily Dose of Hope February 13, 2026   Scripture: I Corinthians 16   Prayer:  Holy God, We come before you on this Friday with humility and gratefulness.  We praise your powerful name.  Thank you, so much, Lord, that you came to earth to dwell among us and show us a different way of being.  Help us to pay attention to your example.  Help us to be more loving and more merciful in all we do.  Help us to be even but a small reflection of you.  You are King of Kings and Lord of Lords.  Thank you, Jesus.  Amen.   Welcome to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan.  We have been journeying through the apostle Paul's pastoral letters in chronological order.  Today, we are finishing our fourth letter – I Corinthians. Our text is I Corinthians 16, the final chapter of this letter.  For the most part, Paul gives practical advice and wisdom. He speaks of taking up a collection for the greater church and of welcoming Christian workers who will be coming to their area soon. It's right after this call to welcome and respect the new leaders that Paul makes this statement, "Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love." I think we would do well to also heed this advice. This idea of being on guard or being alert seems to suggest that we are in a battle not just with earthly powers but also against the power of evil. There are forces in this world that work against Jesus Christ and as his followers.  The Corinthians (and us for that matter) should be aware, alert, and on guard. How easy it was for the Corinthians to drift and get distracted. Umm...sound familiar? Remember whose and who you are might be another way to say it; stay focused on the things of God! Then, there is a call to be courageous and strong. We know from the previous chapters that the Corinthians were arrogant and complacent. Paul is asking them to have courage and do what God has called them to do. Again, I'm thinking Paul could just as easily be talking to the modern church. We have tradition, we have beautiful worship, we have access to all kinds of knowledge, but we don't have courage. This is starting to get personal. Might I add that this kind of strength has nothing to do with physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy weights. This is an internal strength that comes only from God. Finally, Paul says to do everything in love. Yes, being on guard, standing firm, and having courage and strength are critical but they are all pointless if not done with love. Paul is not calling the Corinthians to use aggression or self-assertion (remember, this is how the Corinthian church viewed Christian leadership). Rather, Paul is saying to exhibit all these qualities while demonstrating the love and grace of Jesus. That means, no bullying people to Jesus, no shaming people to Jesus, no manipulating people to Jesus, but only loving people to Jesus. Blessings, Pastor Vicki

Justin Paul Lawrence, Executive Director

Daily Dose of Hope February 12, 2026   Scripture:  I Corinthians 15   Prayer: Abba Father, You are our Creator, Provider, and Sustainer.  Thank you, Lord, for wanting to be in relationship with us. You are a God who sits high and looks low.  You, who are over everything, also care deeply for us.  We are so grateful.  Help us do all we can to glorify you.  We desperately need you, Jesus.  Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope daily Bible reading plan.  We are currently walking through Paul's pastoral letters.  We've been through Galatians, I and II Thessalonians, and we are now in I Corinthians. Today's reading is I Corinthians 15.  Paul is asserting in this chapter that the resurrection of Jesus is central to the Gospel. Apparently, there were Christians at Corinth who were espousing the view that Jesus was not raised and that the resurrection was not true. It's possible that they were reverting to their old Greek view of immortality of the soul and not the body. It's also possible that they were simply skeptics who were trying to poke holes in the resurrection story. But Paul is stating here that if resurrection did not occur, our faith is totally useless. That would mean that Jesus did not defeat death, it would mean that we are misrepresenting God, and it would mean we are still dead in our sins. Some thoughts: The resurrection is SIGNIFICANT. All that Jesus did, his whole life was vindicated with the resurrection. The resurrection proved that Jesus was who he said he was, God is who he said he was, and affirmed Jesus' divinity. Think about Paul's words in Romans 1:4"and he was shown to be the Son of God when he was raised from the dead by the power of the Holy Spirit. He is Jesus Christ our Lord." The resurrection is so important in that it provides assurance and hope that our physical death is not the end. It not only points to life after death but also the future resurrection of believers. Let's visit Romans again, 8:11 says, "The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you." Jesus' resurrection promises victory over death. But the resurrection is also TRANSFORMATIVE. It is transformative for us as individuals and forus as the body, for the church. I think the most important aspect of believing in the resurrection is that Jesus' resurrection is what provides the power to change us now. It provides the power for complete transformation, to bring what was essentially dead to something that is alive and vibrant and productive. When someone says yes to Jesus Christ, a spiritually dead person becomes united with a life-giving Savior. When that happens, his resurrection produces a resurrection in us. The word resurrection actually comes from the same root as resurgence or rising again. We become connected to a life-giving power, the same power that raised Jesus from the dead. This resurrection power has the ability to revive us, restore us, renew us, transform us. The apostle Paul states inI Corinthians 5:17, "This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!" There are certainly no shortage of books that detail the evidence for Jesus' resurrection. One good one that is short and easy to digest is Lee Strobel's The Case for Easter. What are your thoughts on the resurrection? Spend some time in prayer about this today. Blessings, Pastor Vicki    

Gregg DeMey, Lead Pastor

Daily Dose of Hope February 11, 2026   Scripture:  I Corinthians 14   Prayer:   Almighty God, Thank you for a new day and a new chance to give you glory and praise.  You are an amazing God.  How incredible it is that you, who created everything, know my name.  You know every hair on my head.  While I am so grateful for your love and care, it is sometimes difficult for me to adequately wrap my brain around your expansive love and mercy.  Help me be a better reflection of you, Lord.  Help me see others through your eyes.  Help me be merciful, kind, and good.  Lord, I know I fall short.  So often.  But I want to do better.  In these next few moments of silence, Jesus, hear my prayer...  In Your Name, Amen.   Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the New Hope Church daily Bible reading plan.  We are journeying through Paul's letter in the New Testament.  We are currently on our fourth pastoral letter, I Corinthians.   Our reading for today was I Corinthians 14.  This chapter is all about order in worship.  A lot of the text has to do with the speaking of tongues. I want to be clear that Paul is not against speaking in tongues.  However, he is clear that tongues benefit the speaker more than the listener. Prophecy, on the other hand, benefits the listeners. This is a passage often taken out of context. Yes, tongues are a gift of the Spirit and for many people, tongues provide an intimate way to communicate with God. But within the context of worship, tongues (spoken publicly) are appropriate only if there is an interpreter. According to Paul, the question to always ask is "Does this build up the body of Christ?"   Speaking of taking passages out of context, the second half of this chapter about good order in worship has been misused by many. Is Paul saying that women need to always be silent in church? No, he isn't, as he is supportive of women's participation in worship in other passages. Just a few chapters before this, in I Corinthians 11:5, Paul mentioned women praying and prophesying aloud in worship.   What does he mean in today's text? Keep in mind, this is a pastoral letter that is addressing a specific situation in a specific place. Corinth was a wild, out of control place. These women have grown up being influenced by this environment. Don't get me wrong, the Greek and Roman world was still highly patriarchal and women had little if any rights or privileges. But in the church, women were valued and had a certain degree of freedom. They could learn, speak, pray, and work alongside the men in many ways. Most likely, in this situation, there was confusion and disorder in the church worship and Paul needed to address it. The Greek word used in the text for speak actually is better translated "chattering." Most likely, these women were interrupting worship with their constant chattering. Maybe they were asking questions. Maybe they were talking amongst themselves. We really don't know.   This leads to an important point. We cannot pick certain Scripture verses and pull them out of their contexts, trying to force an application today. What's important is to look at what the whole Biblical narrative says about a certain topic. Does the whole Biblical narrative insist women be silent in worship OR do we see women lifted up by Jesus, involved in the ministry of the early church, and working as effective prophets, leaders, and teachers (often praised by Paul)? When one or two verses seem out of place, contradicting the rest of the Biblical narrative, then there is probably a deeper meaning behind them. The key is go deeper, study, learn the context and background, and try to discern the author's original intention.   Blessings, Pastor Vicki      

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What if one of the most powerful tools for your health has been hiding in plain sight? In this episode, I talk with world-renowned scientist Dr. Daisy Fancourt about the astonishing research behind her new book, "Art Cure." From neonatal intensive care units to dementia wards, from immune function to longevity, the evidence is stunning: there is virtually no physiological system the arts don't touch. If a drug delivered these results, we'd call it a miracle. So why are we treating the arts like a luxury? This conversation may completely reshape how you think about music, creativity, and your daily health habits. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode228 Connect with us: Newsletter: https://mpetersonmusic.com/subscribe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpetersonpiano/ X: https://twitter.com/musicenhances YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@enhancelifemusic Sponsorship information: https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/sponsor Leave us a review on Podchaser.com! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/enhance-life-with-music-909096 In-episode promo: Sheet Music Direct https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com

Daily Dose of Hope February 10, 2026   Scripture:  I Corinthians 13   Prayer:  Today, let's pray from Scripture.  Dear God,  Your Word says that, Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.  This is certainly who you are, Lord.  Help us live this kind of love out in ways that make a difference in the lives of those around us.  More of you, less of me.  We pray this in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.    Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We are journeying through Paul's pastoral letters.  Currently, we are in I Corinthians.   Today's passage is I Corinthians 13.  This is going to be a pretty familiar chapter for many of you.  It's often called the "love" chapter and it is read at weddings and funerals.  It's absolutely beautiful prose but we often get Paul's intention wrong when we read it.   Remember, the Corinthian church was a total mess. They were arrogant, there were strong divisions between rich and poor, there were petty arguments and serious factions, and as we learned yesterday, they were holding up certain spiritual gifts as better than others.  Let's just say it wasn't a picture of Christ's love and grace.   It's in the middle of all of this that Paul tells them what it means to really love one another. This isn't romantic love (eros), brotherly love (philia), but rather agape love. What is agape love? It's the love that God demonstrated to us and calls us to demonstrate to others. It is unconditional, sacrificial love. There is no selfishness in agape but only a concern for the what is best for the other. Paul is outlining this love to the Corinthian church to give them a word picture of what it could look like. Agape is not a feeling or emotion but rather a choice. We make a choice to love others this way and it requires commitment, faithfulness, and sacrifice without requiring anything in return.   Paul, at the end of his discussion about spiritual gifts, wants to make a very important point.  Yes, you can have a gift of prophecy or a gift of tongues, but if you are using it without love, then it is totally useless.  And, you have missed the point.  These gifts were gifts of grace from the Holy Spirit to uplift and equip the body of Christ.  The body of Jesus on earth should be a picture of his love.  If it isn't, we have a really big problem.  Jesus is love and we are called to be as well.    One of my seminary professors, when teaching on agape love, encouraged all of us to do what he called the Wal-mart exercise (I've spoken of this in previous sermons). Really, you can go to any place the public gathers. It could be the mall, Target, or Publix. He suggested sitting down on a public bench and just watching people go by for five minutes. For every single person you see, say "Jesus died for this person. He/she is infinitely loved by God. I'm called to love this person as well." For me, this is challenging. I have to be very intentional about not falling into the trap of judging the person because of how they look but truly looking at them, trying to see them as God sees them, and then focusing on how God wants me to love them unconditionally too.   This has changed me. God's agape love for me is real. My love for others should be too. What would it look like if all of us who are part of New Hope started to "agape" each other? How would this change us as people? How would this change our relationships? How would this change us as a body of believers and our witness to the world?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki      

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