Podcasts about Hope Church

Antarctica experiences six months of darkness every year, but God is not absent from this desolate place. Brett Baddorf spent nine months as a missionary in the South Pole, and he saw God in the grandeur of the night sky and in taking time to withdraw from normal life. He also found that others on the station were open to spiritual conversations and wrestling with their faith. In this edition of Sunday Afternoon Reads, Brett narrates his 2017 cover story “Lord of the Night.” We hope this journey to Antarctica is a balm to your winter blues. READ THE PRINT VERSION: Lord of the Night - Brett Baddorf GO DEEPER WITH THE BULLETIN: Join the conversation at our Substack. Find us on YouTube. Rate and review the show in your podcast app of choice. ABOUT THE GUESTS: Brett Baddorf lived at the South Pole as a missionary for Hope Church in Cordova, Tennessee. He has worked as a youth minister for more than ten years, a collegiate minister for three, as a children's minister and as a clinical chaplain. He and his wife, Sarah, live with their two children in Asheville, NC. ABOUT THE BULLETIN: The Bulletin is a twice-weekly politics and current events show from Christianity Today moderated by Clarissa Moll, with senior commentary from Russell Moore (Christianity Today's editor-at-large and columnist) and Mike Cosper (senior contributor). Each week, the show explores current events and breaking news and shares a Christian perspective on issues that are shaping our world. We also offer special one-on-one conversations with writers, artists, and thought leaders whose impact on the world brings important significance to a Christian worldview, like Bono, Sharon McMahon, Harrison Scott Key, Frank Bruni, and more. The Bulletin listeners get 25% off CT. Go to https://orderct.com/THEBULLETIN to learn more. “The Bulletin” is a production of Christianity Today Producer: Clarissa Moll Associate Producer: Alexa Burke Editing and Mix: Kevin Morris Graphic Design: Rick Szuecs Music: Dan Phelps Executive Producers: Erik Petrik and Mike Cosper Senior Producer: Matt Stevens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Series: Stand Alone Sermons — Preacher: Ryan Sturgis

Heather Church closes our series where each week we have discovered a new room in a house FULL of grace.If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connectFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogate​

The God of Hope

Hope Church - Hebrews - The Jesus You Don't Know - The Perfect Builder - 2_15_26 by Hope Church Utah

I Am - Part 2 - Not Like The Other GodsExodus 22:26-27, 34:6-7Psalm 103:13Isaiah 49:15Genesis 33:4-5Jonah 3:4, 6-10, 4:1-3Luke 17:11-14, 18:35-39, 15:20, 6:35-36Colossians 3:12-14Romans 10:9

Adam continues our series where each week we will discover a new room in a house FULL of grace.If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you.Simply go to:https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogate​

Hope Church - Hebrews - The Jesus You Don't Know - The Perfect Savior- 2_8_26 by Hope Church Utah

With so many people from different nations represented at Hope Church, taking time to celebrate the diversity among us is a wonderful thing to do. In this talk Chris looks at part of Ephesians chapter 2 that talks about the biblical distinction between Jews and Gentiles being removed by Jesus' death and resurrection. If you would like to know more about us, you can visit our website at HopeChurchGuildford.com and contact us via email at Hello@HopeChurchGuildford.com Or why not subscribe and check out our Social Media pages: Facebook - facebook.com/HopeChurchGFD Instagram - instagram.com/hopechurchguildford

This week, Lead Pastor Josh Thompson shares on "The Fear Of The Lord". This message brings a challenge: In our love of Jesus, do we fear God? Are we working out our salvation with fear and trembling? Is there compromise and willful sin in our lives or are we dedicated to the Lord? Pastor Josh defines what the fear of the Lord means from scripture and challenges the listener to live your life according to God's Word. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

I Am - Part 1 - Hello, My Name IsExodus 34:5-19, 3:13-15Genesis 1, 17:1-2John 1:14, 18; 17:6, 26; 18:6Philippians 2:9-11Hebrews 1:1-3Acts 2:21, 4:12, 5:41

Rachel talks about the importance of Faith for all ages. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogate​

At the heart of the Bible's understanding of what it means to be human is the concept of dominion: “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over all the earth'” (Genesis 1:26). This lecture will explore how human dominion is misunderstood, corrupted and blocked in our age of artificial intelligence, and why it must ultimately be embraced.Lecture Resources: Opening "Creation story" videoPlease note that the ideas expressed in this lecture do not necessarily represent the views of L'Abri Fellowship.For more resources, visit the L'Abri Ideas Library at labriideaslibrary.org. The library contains over two thousand lectures and discussions that explore questions about the reality and relevance of Christianity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit englishlabri.substack.com

Hope Church - Hebrews - The Jesus You Don't Know- Everything Under His Rule - 2_1_26 by Hope Church Utah

This week Tom Scrivens kicks off a new series called “Teach Us to Pray”, opening up 2 Chronicles 20 and the story of King Jehoshaphat to show why prayer is not an optional extra but the primary weapon of God's people. Speaking into an exciting season of growth, baptisms and fresh vision at Hope Church, Tom explores how times of blessing often bring opposition, and how God uses pressure to draw us away from self-reliance and back into dependence on him. Through a remarkable national prayer meeting, we see how worship fuels faith, specific prayer invites God's intervention, and the Holy Spirit speaks when God's people gather together. #PrayerChangesThings #HopeChurch #FaithInAction

This week, Pastor Steve shares from the book of Revelation and Hebrews. What should we focus our life on? What motivates our efforts and what measures our work? What matters most? In this message, believers are challenged to re-center on the main message of the Gospel and the person of Jesus. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Back to Basics Pt. 5: An Overflowing Table

Rachel continues our series where each week we will discover a new room in a house FULL of grace. If you have questions or would like to connect with us at Hope Church further, we'd really love to hear from you. Simply go to: https://www.hopeharrogate.co.uk/connect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HopeHarrogate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hope_harrogate​

Pastor Matt begins this foundational message by sharing "A Tale of Three Bibles"—a personal story illustrating his spiritual journey from keeping his Bible on the shelf to becoming fully engaged with God's Word. He introduces Hope Church's 2026 theme based on Joshua 1:8, emphasizing the importance of daily meditation on Scripture for life transformation. The "Bible in a JAR" series will spend 70% of the year's Sundays studying John, Acts, and Romans—books that collectively answer the essential questions of who Jesus is, what His followers should do, and what disciples should believe. Pastor Matt provides a 60,000-foot overview of the entire Bible, explaining how it tells one continuous story through four major themes: Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration. This story ultimately demonstrates God's great love for us, summarized perfectly in John 3:16. He establishes that Jesus Christ is the central figure of all Scripture, with the Old Testament anticipating Him and the New Testament explaining Him. Using the "New Triangle" framework of knowing, becoming, and doing with the Bible at the center, Pastor Matt shows how these three books work together: John reveals who Jesus is (God and Savior), Acts demonstrates the church's mission to take Jesus to the world, and Romans explains the theological foundation and practical application of our faith. The message concludes with 2 Timothy 3:16-17 as the memory verse, emphasizing that all Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness.

Hope Church - Hebrews - The Jesus You Don't Know - 1_25_26 by Hope Church Utah

This Sunday's message centers on the Holy Spirit as a person, who is real and empowers us to live in freedom and identity God designed for us as sons and daughters. As we see in Romans 8, there is no condemnation in Christ and life in the Spirit empowers us to live beyond our own strength and abilities. As we die to our flesh and walk by the Spirit, we step more full into what the Lord has designed for us. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Complete the Joy - 1_18_26 by Hope Church Utah

The Stirring meets at 5:30 pm on Sundays.—Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comIInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @TheStirringAtHopeFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

At the heart of this message lies a profound truth that reshapes how we see ourselves and every person we encounter: the Imago Dei, the image of God pressed into humanity. Drawing from Genesis 1, we're reminded that while God declared all creation 'good,' only humanity was created in His image and likeness—a distinction that makes us 'very good.' This isn't about becoming little gods ourselves, but about being similar representations of our Creator, bearing His imprint in ways no other creature does. The message challenges us to recognize this divine image not just in people we love, but in the difficult coworker, the annoying neighbor, the referee who makes bad calls, and even the unborn child. When we truly grasp that every human being—regardless of skin color, gender, socioeconomic status, or past mistakes—carries God's fingerprint, it transforms everything: how we park our cars to make room for seekers, how we serve in church, how we respond when someone wrongs us, and how we engage with a world that desperately needs to see Christ. The call isn't to perfection but to repentance when we fail, and to action in recognizing that we've been placed in this exact moment in history for God's purposes. Understanding the Imago Dei means seeing beyond political debates about abortion, slavery, or human dignity to the biblical truth that every life matters infinitely because every life reflects the Creator.**Sermon Notes:****Introduction:**- Pastor Will welcomes the congregation and introduces the focus on the part of Hope Church's mission statement: loving people.- Brief recount of the sermon series progression, from loving God to the future of Hope Church, and now to loving people.**Main Points:**1. **Distinction Between Animals and Humans:**  - Humans are different from animals due to the Imago Dei, the image of God.  - This concept emphasizes the inherent value of all humans irrespective of any social or economic distinctions.2. **The Imago Dei:**  - Humans are created in the likeness of God, which is distinct from all other creation.  - Understanding this elevates the value and dignity of human life above animals.3. **Cultural and Ethical Challenges:**  - The sermon discusses ethical dilemmas such as abortion and euthanasia, highlighting the sanctity of human life.  - Roe v. Wade and the implications of abortion in the US are mentioned with a focus on the moral responsibility Christians have towards life.4. **Genesis Reference:**  - Emphasis on Genesis and the creation of humans in God's image.  - The mandate to fill and subdue the earth and the assigned dominion over other creatures.5. **Societal Issues and Historical Context:**  - The sermon touches upon slavery, the Holocaust, and how taking God out of the equation results in chaos and devaluing of human life.6. **The Role of Believers:**  - Believers are called to recognize the image of God in every person and to act accordingly.  - This view transforms interactions in the church, workplace, and broader society.**Practical Applications:**1. **Recognize and Respect:**  - Acknowledge the image of God in others, fostering respect and dignity towards all humans.2. **Action in the Community:**  - Actively engage in community and church activities that uphold and promote the sanctity of life.3. **Personal Reflection:**  - Reflect on personal biases and actions that might undermine the recognition of the Imago Dei in others.4. **Support Life-Affirming Causes:**  - Participate in and support organizations like Agape Women's Services that advocate for life and provide support to those in need.**Discussion Questions:**1. **Understanding the Imago Dei:**  - How does understanding that all humans bear the image of God change your perspective on difficult social issues?2. **Cultural Influence:**  - In what ways does modern culture challenge the biblical view of the Imago Dei? How can we address these challenges?3. **Application in Daily Life:**  - How can you actively demonstrate the value of the Imago Dei in your workplace or community?4. **Church and Community Engagement:**  - What are some practical ways our church can better engage with and support those who feel marginalized or undervalued in our community?These notes and questions are intended to help deepen the understanding and application of the sermon's message, encouraging both personal reflection and community discussion on these significant topics.

This bonus episode of The Male Cartel is a live recording during the Family Focus Conversation at Hope Church, in Augusta, GA. During this event, Shane and Nick answered questions about manhood, marriage, parenting, and life as followers of Jesus.In This Episode:Kingdom Sexuality: https://linktr.ee/kingdomsexualityCONTACT US: For feedback, questions, or interview requests, email us: ⁠contact@malecartel.com⁠ Thank you for listening and for being a part of the Male Cartel! If you have benefited from this episode, or the podcast as a whole, please be sure to follow/subscribe to the podcast, share the episodes, and leave a rating and/or review. Order Exclusive Merch: Malecartel.com/merchThe Male Cartel is available on multiple platforms:​Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/male-cartel​Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/male-cartel/id1699875966​YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MaleCartel/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠Find the Male Cartel Online:​Malecartel.com​Facebook.com/malecartel​Instagram.com/malecartel​Twitter.com/malecartel​Threads.net/malecartel Find Nick Online: ​Facebook.com/nickcarnes​Instagram.com/ncarnes​Twitter.com/nickcarnes​Threads.net/ncarnes Find Shane Online:​Facebook.com/shane.padgett​Instagram.com/shanepadgett Twitter.com/shanepadgett

This Sunday's message invites us to look beneath the surface of our spiritual lives and ask how deeply we are planted in God. Like strong roots that nourish and steady a tree, our connection to God through His Word brings stability, life, and fruitfulness. Psalm 1 reminds us that those who remain rooted in the Lord flourish in every season, because they continually make space for Him to work within them. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Pastor Matt's Ministry Mentor Podcast: https://mattsturdevant.com/podcasts/ In this podcast discussion about Hope Church's "Becoming a 3C Disciple" series, Pastors Matt, Brian, Jeremy, and Luke explore what it means to live as committed, connected, and contributing followers of Jesus. They address the challenge of building adult friendships, noting that proximity, timing, and energy are essential for deep relationships - with research showing it takes 74 hours to become casual friends and over 200 hours for close friendships. The discussion emphasizes that Christians don't just attend church but belong to the body of Christ, shaped through relationships where "iron sharpens iron" (Proverbs 27:17). They explore spiritual gifts extensively, explaining that every believer receives at least one spiritual gift at salvation to serve others and glorify God. The conversation includes practical advice about discovering gifts through service, the importance of "doing life together," and the reality that all Christians are called to be servant ambassadors wherever they "live, work, parent, and play."

Hope Church - Love for the Church - 1_11_26 by Hope Church Utah

The Stirring meets at 5:30 pm on Sundays.—Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comIInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @TheStirringAtHopeFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

This message challenges us to move beyond comfortable Christianity into transformative action. At its heart is the story of Paul's dramatic conversion on the Damascus road—a religious man who knew all the right answers but was walking in the wrong direction until the gospel transformed him completely. This isn't just Paul's story; it's everyone's story. We've all experienced that shift from death to life, from consuming religion to being consumed by the gospel. The question isn't whether we know about Jesus, but whether we've had a life-altering encounter with Him. Paul's transformation was so complete that he put his 'yes on the table'—willing to be imprisoned, beaten, and persecuted to see others experience what he had found. Because of his willingness to sacrifice everything, the church exists as we know it today. Now we're faced with the same choice: will we put our yes on the table? The Great Commission isn't a suggestion—it's a call to go, make disciples, baptize, and teach. Gospel multiplication happens when transformed people can't help but share what they've experienced. We're seeing rapid growth not because of clever programs or charismatic leaders, but because people are encountering the living God and can't keep it to themselves. The challenge before us isn't to build a big church but to make room for more lives to be transformed. That might mean uncomfortable changes, serving in new ways, or giving up our preferred seat or service time. Are we willing to do whatever it takes to see our community, state, and world transformed by the gospel?Sermon NotesIntroduction:Welcome by Pastor Will, introducing an atypical format with both him and Rick sharing insights.Focus on gospel transformation and future vision for Hope Church.Main Themes:Story of Paul:Paul's transformation from persecutor to apostle as a model of gospel transformation.Emphasis on the radical change the gospel can effect in individuals.Gospel Transformation:Everyone's story of moving from spiritual death to life, similar to Paul's.Essential nature of being transformed and actively sharing the gospel.Hope Church Vision for 2026:Emphasis on not just doing church but actively engaging in gospel transformation.Rapid growth at Hope Church attributed to the impact of the gospel, not personal efforts.Future Directions for Hope Church:Ongoing need for more space and possible shift to four services.Encouragement for congregation members to serve and take part in the church's mission.Upcoming missions opportunities to engage with communities locally and globally.Equipping for Ministry (Rick's Part):Church's role is to equip members for ministry, both within and outside church walls.Emphasis on spiritual maturity and stability to withstand challenges and false teachings.Introduction of a new education initiative with 100, 200, and 300-level classes.Next Steps and Growth:Three focus areas: serving the church, community, and the world.Encouragement to participate in life groups and other church activities to grow spiritually.Practical Applications:Personal Engagement:Reflect on personal experiences with gospel transformation and share with others.Serving Opportunities:Identify areas within the church or community where you can serve.Commit to taking part in planned missions trips or projects.Spiritual Growth:Take part in educational classes offered by the church to deepen biblical understanding.Join a life group to foster community and accountability.Discussion Questions:How does Paul's story of transformation resonate with your personal faith journey?

Hey family, tomorrow's message will be from the book of Malachi, the last book in the Old Testament. You may never have dipped into this scripture, but on Sunday you will learn how powerful it is. The prophet Malachi delivers a message from God about hope and judgment--how God promises judgment for the wicked but also restoration and blessings for those who fear the Lord. Our guest speaker will be Pastor Walt Quick of Hope Church. After the service, there will be an important congregational meeting about the future of our church. If you are a member, it's so important that you attend that meeting and cast your vote. I look forward to seeing you at 10 a.m. Children's Church will start at 10 as well. --Edwin

This Sunday we kicked off our 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting with a call to stir up a deeper hunger and thirst for God. This message reminds us that fasting is not about what we're giving up, but about who we are pursuing. As we set ourselves apart in this season, we are choosing to make space for God to move, speak, and work in our lives in fresh ways. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Abide in Grace - 1_4_26 by Hope Church Utah

The Stirring meets at 5:30 pm on Sundays.—Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comIInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @TheStirringAtHopeFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

At the heart of this message lies a revolutionary truth that challenges everything we think we know about our relationship with God: He wants nothing from us and wants everything for us. Drawing from 1 John 3:1, we're confronted with an exclamatory declaration that demands our attention—'Behold, what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!' The word 'manner' in the original Greek reveals something profound: this love is from a foreign country, a supernatural nation we've never encountered. It's not earthly love with conditions and limitations; it's a love that transcends our comprehension. We often struggle to love a God we cannot see, touch, or hear audibly, yet the pathway to loving Him begins with understanding the depth of His love for us. This message unpacks the three biblical ways we love God—loving Him totally with all our heart, soul, and mind; keeping His commandments; and loving others as an outward manifestation of His love in us. But here's the liberating truth: our circumstances, our failures, our suffering, and our performance don't dictate God's love. Like an ocean that stretches beyond the horizon, His love cannot be measured by the 20-foot ebb and flow of our good days and bad days. We're invited to step out of the exhausting performance model that dominates every area of our lives and into a genuine relationship where His yoke is easy and His burden is light—because what He has for us individually fits us perfectly.**Sermon Notes:****Introduction:**- Pastor Rick introduces the topic of the sermon, focusing on Hope Church's mission statement: Love God, Love People, Make Disciples.- The sermon emphasizes the challenge of loving God, especially as a being beyond human comprehension.**Loving God:**1. **Understanding God's Love:**  - Begin with understanding the depth of God's love for us, as described in 1 John 3:1.  - This love is foreign and supernatural, beyond earthly experiences.2. **Commands for Loving God:**  - Love God totally: Matthew 22:37 emphasizes loving God with all your heart, soul, and mind.  - Keep His commandments: Align life with God's word as it provides structure and life.  - Love others: An outward manifestation of God's love.**Challenges in Loving God:**- Difficulty arises in comprehending God's love, which is not performative but based on relationship, not rituals or actions.- Past experiences and relationships often distort our view of God's love.- Suffering and hard times may challenge our understanding, but they don't negate God's love.**Key Illustrations:**- Rick shares personal anecdotes and stories, including one about a woman named Marge Caldwell, to highlight love, forgiveness, and unshakable faith.- The alabaster jar story from Mark 14 exemplifies sacrificial love and devotion to Jesus.**Practical Applications:**1. **Reflect on God's Unconditional Love:**  - Meditate on 1 John 3:1 and other scripture detailing God's love.  - Acknowledge that God's love is constant and not based on individual merit.2. **Pursue Relationship Over Ritual:**  - Develop a personal relationship with God by finding ways that feel authentic to you, whether through study, prayer, or other forms of worship.3. **Demonstrate God's Love in Community:**  - Engage in acts of love and kindness towards others as an expression of God's love dwelling in you.  - Consider how community involvement reflects and amplifies your love for God.4. **Embrace Forgiveness and Grace:**  - Identify areas where you might be performing out of obligation rather than love.  - Recenter your spiritual practices around grace and forgiveness, both of yourself and others.**Discussion Questions:**1. What are some misconceptions about God's love that you have had, and how have you overcome them?2. In what ways can we cultivate a loving relationship with God that is independent of performance?3. How does understanding God's love change your perspective on suffering and difficult circumstances in life?4. Share an experience where you felt drawn closer to God through loving others.5. How does the story of the alabaster jar challenge your view of sacrificial love and worship?These notes, practical steps, and questions are designed to deepen personal reflection and group discussion, encouraging a more profound experience of God's love and its impact on lives.

Hope Church - It's More Blessed to Give than to Receive - 12_28_25 by Hope Church Utah

In a world full of temporary returns, Scripture points us to the one investment that never fails. God has invited us into a living hope through Jesus Christ, a hope anchored in Him and the promise of eternal life. When we place our hope fully in Him, we are promised a return that lasts forever. Jesus is worth everything, and He alone is worthy of our hope. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church Ruling Elders Misty Eddleman and Teresa Hargrove deliver a word to prepare our hearts for the new year remembering that God sustains us and is interwoven in every part of our story.—Stay connected with Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comInstagram • @Hope4MemphisTikTok • @Hope4MemphisFacebook • @Hope4MemphisPrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

Hope Church - Never Alone. Never Forgotten_ Shiney Faces and Beautiful Feet - 12_21_25 by Hope Church Utah

There is hope for the hopeless, and His name is Jesus. Isaiah 9:2–6 points us to the promised Savior who brings light into the darkness. As the greatest gift we have ever been given, Jesus offers a hope that remains steady in every season. This sermon explores what it means to live with confidence in God, no matter what we are facing. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Rev. Vincent Joplin continues the Advent season with a message on "Peace". We know there is peace is because God promises us his peace through His son Jesus, and we know this because He tells us no other kings are worthy enough to lead us than Himself. Eternal peace requires and eternal king. —Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @Hope4MemphisFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

The Christmas story is bigger than we often imagine and closer than we realize. In this message, we explore how the God who created the universe chose to step into our world because of His great love for us. Through the birth of Jesus, we see God making a way to dwell with humanity and personally engage our lives. The story of Mary reminds us that God guides ordinary people into extraordinary moments. There is an invitation to see both the vastness of God's plan and the nearness of His heart. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Never Alone. Never Forgotten_ God With Us - 12_14_25 by Hope Church Utah

The Stirring meets at 5:30 pm on Sundays.—Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comIInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @TheStirringAtHopeFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

Nothing is impossible with God. In this message, we are invited to trust what God has spoken and to rest in his timing. Our hope is not in outcomes but in the Lord himself. Waiting is not punishment. It is often preparation. Throughout Scripture, we see that the way we respond to what God says shapes our faith and draws us closer to him. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

The Stirring meets at 5:30 pm on Sundays.—Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comIInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @TheStirringAtHopeFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

Hope Church - Never Alone. Never Forgotten_ When You Need a Miracle - 12_7_25 by Hope Church Utah

In this bonus episode of The Sunday Extra podcast, Matt, Jeremy, and Luke begin by sharing their Thanksgiving experiences before discussing the recent sermon delivered by guest speaker Mike Poff, who shared ten lessons he learned during his ministry at Hope Church. The hosts reflect on several key lessons that resonated with them, including "be a learner," "get wise counsel," "ministry comes at inconvenient times," and "God defines success as faithfulness." The conversation then shifts to approaching Christmas with the right mindset, focusing on three critical areas: expectations, priorities, and focus. Matt emphasizes that unspoken or unrealistic expectations lead to disappointment and resentment, while proper priorities should center on pleasing God rather than pursuing happiness directly. The hosts remind listeners that when we focus on Christ rather than ourselves during the Christmas season, true fulfillment follows as a byproduct of our obedience and faithfulness to God's commands, as Ecclesiastes 2:26 teaches that God gives wisdom, knowledge, and happiness to those who please Him.

Pastor Gary continues our conversation around repentance as he guides us through how our lives transform as we live in repentance, and how God continually transforms us into His image as we walk with Him. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

The Stirring meets at 5:30 pm on Sundays.—Stay connected with The Stirring at Hope Church in Memphis, TN:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comIInstagram • @TheStirringAtHopeTikTok • @TheStirringAtHopeFacebook • @TheStirringAtHopePrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give