Podcasts about Hope Church

This Sunday, Pastor Josh brought a powerful word in his message, “The Promise Still Stands.” What if we truly believed that the same Spirit who filled the early church is still available to us today? As we reflect on the power of Pentecost, we're reminded that apart from Jesus and the Holy Spirit, we can do nothing. Just as Jesus lived in total dependence on the Father, we're invited to live the same way. He ascended so the Spirit could come, giving us continual access to His presence and power. This is an invitation to live with dependence, hunger, and a deep desire for more of God. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Join Up - 6_22_25 by Hope Church Utah

Hope Church - A More Excellent Way - 6_15_25 by Hope Church Utah

TITUS - Character, Competency, Calling - Part 3 by Hope Church, Innerkip

This Sunday, Pastor Josh dives into Galatians in his message, "The Life that Bears Fruit", showing us that a transformed life doesn't come from striving; it comes from surrender. When we walk by the Spirit instead of the flesh and stay connected to Jesus, the Vine, we begin to bear the kind of fruit only He can produce. The works of the flesh point to us, but the fruit of the Spirit points to Him. A life that bears fruit is the evidence of a life shaped by His presence. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Made to Praise - Part 3 - Halal Back NowLuke 15:1-25Acts 3:1-8Ephesians 2:13Psalm 149:1-62 Samuel 6:16,22Mark 10:14-15Psalm 150:6

On this episode of the podcast, Rex sits down for an in-depth discussion with one of his longtime religious mentors and a man he says many refer to as "Arkansas' pastor," Rex Horne, the outgoing executive director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. With Horne's decades-long career as a prominent Baptist leader, educator and administrator, the two cover a range of topics related to faith, ministry and leadership in this installment of the podcast. The conversation begins with Horne's explaining his recent decision to step down as overseer of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, an announcement released to the public in April, and why he believes now is the right time for the Convention to take on new leadership. Horne, who began his tenure in October 2022 after retiring from a career in ministry and higher education administration, tells Rex that "institutions go through transitions" and understands that organizations occasionally need new oversight and direction. Next, Horne shares his thoughts on why mainstream Christian denominations are becoming "something from the past" and his belief that generational changes and different interpretations of the Bible have played a significant role in the evolution of churches and church attendance. The conversation then transitions to Horne's nine year tenure as president of Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, where he learned about higher education and serving as a university leader by listening to and learning from the university's faculty, staff and students. Finally, Horne describes his experiences growing up in the Baptist faith in southern Arkansas, which led to his "call to ministry," including his time growing and expanding Little Rock's Immanuel Baptist Church from 1990 to 2006. In this influential role, Horne tells Rex about serving as President Bill Clinton's spiritual advisor and overseeing a $40 million building project that resulted in the church's relocation to a much larger facility on North Shackleford Road. Horne has now returned to pastoring, and the conversation concludes with a brief discussion on how he is leading Hope Church in the city's Hillcrest neighborhood, which allows him to continue to be "someone who wants to make a difference," as he describes it.    Follow Rex Nelson's Southern Fried Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube, or visit arkansasonline.com/podcast23 for an exclusive subscription offer available only to podcast listeners.  Chapters (00:00:17) - Southern Fried Podcast(00:01:05) - Arkansas Baptist State Convention Leader Rex Burkett on His Step Down(00:03:16) - When to Step Down as President of the Oklahoma Baptist Convention(00:06:53) - Arkansas Baptists Speak Out on the Decline of the Main(00:13:44) - Congregation at Pulaski Heights Baptist Church(00:15:01) - A message on the first year of the college presidency(00:19:20) - Independent Colleges and their role in Arkansas(00:21:08) - Pastor Clinton on Being President Bill Clinton's Pastor(00:27:48) - Arkansas Pastor Rex Horn on Why He Lived in the State

Hope Church - Trust Jesus - 6_8_25 by Hope Church Utah

In this Sunday's message, "Closing Doors", Pastor Kristi equips and encourages us to shut down every access point the enemy uses to steal, kill, and destroy. From lies we've believed to sin we've tolerated, this message is a wake-up call to take back ground and walk in complete freedom. We have the authority in Christ to resist the enemy and stand strong in obedience. The freedom Jesus offers isn't partial—it's complete. Be encouraged, and ask the Holy Spirit: What door do I need to close today? Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

TITUS - Character, Competency, Calling - Part 2 by Hope Church, Innerkip

Made to Praise - Part 2 - Yadah Is How You ArePsalm 63:3-4, 28:2, 67:3, 25:1, 44:4-81 Timothy 2:81 Kings 8:22Nehemiah 8:6

TITUS - Character, Competency, Calling - Part 1 by Hope Church, Innerkip

Do you know who you really are in Christ? In this Sunday's message, "The Real You is the New You", Pastor Josh unpacks the powerful truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17—that if anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation. God is good, His Word is true, and it's in His Word that we discover both who He is and who we truly are. Our identity is no longer shaped by our past, but defined by what God declares is true. In Christ, the real you is made new. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Running With Focus - 6_1_25 by Hope Church Utah

A sermon by Bishop Talbert W. Swan, II at the Spring of Hope Church of God in Christ

Adam introduces our new summer series, where we will be reading through the book of Acts, discussing the power of the Spirit AND the Story. 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​

HOPE DEVOTIONAL MAY 31, 2025 Day 6 by Hope Church, Innerkip

You Were Made to Worship God

What would change if you saw your work as a place of worship and communion with God? This Sunday in his sermon, "A Biblical Theology of Work", Pastor Diego unpacked what Scripture says about how God designed us for work—not as a burden, but as a way to reflect His nature and walk closely with Him. When we invite Him into our work, we discover that He is with us in everything: what we do, where we do it, and who we do it with. As we do all things unto Him, our work becomes an offering—an act of worship and connection. We don't have to separate our faith from our work—God wants to meet us right there. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Unbreakable Life - Don't Pick Your Poison - 5_25_25 by Hope Church Utah

A sermon by Bishop Talbert W. Swan, II at the Spring of Hope Church of God in Christ

Hope Church - Unbreakable Life - The Good Good News - 5_18_25 by Hope Church Utah

What does it look like to live sober minded and presence centered in a world full of noise and distraction? In this message, Pastor Steve unpacks Psalm 27 and the kind of life that flows from covenantal intimacy with God—a life where His presence is the goal, the anchor, and the reward. David stands as a powerful example of someone who pursued God with a whole heart, but this invitation is for all of us: to lay down our lives, allow the Lord to reset our hearts, and return to what truly fulfills. When we live with clear minds and centered hearts, we're freed to love fully and walk in the reverence and beauty of a life wholly for Him. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

A sermon by Bishop Talbert W. Swan, II at the Spring of Hope Church of God in Christ

Join our pastoral team as they wrap up this season with another engaging and authentic conversation. Our host shares a hilarious "real life" moment of being stuck at a stoplight due to a truck blocking the trigger sensor, leading to a discussion about patience and navigating daily frustrations. The team dives into the recent Mother's Day sermon about doubt and unshakable faith, sharing personal experiences of wrestling with intellectual questions and finding their way back to trust in God. Listen as they recommend helpful resources and discuss how prayer remains essential even when facing challenging theological questions. Highlights include: The baptism dilemma: cold water vs. Trinity River (and whether cheese grits or grape jelly would be worse alternatives!) Parenting lessons learned from their mothers How to handle doubt while continuing to move forward in faith The importance of community when facing spiritual struggles That powerful biblical statement: "I believe; help my unbelief." This is our season finale, but join us at Hope Church this summer for our sermon series on the Lord's Prayer. Subscribe to catch our return and any surprise bonus episodes!

In an address given at Hope Church in Richmond, Virginia to church leaders, Tommy emphasizes a unique approach to leadership that centers on rest as the foundation. Contrary to the typical notion that rest follows productivity, the script highlights the biblical perspective of rest preceding work, using examples such as the Sabbath and various scripture passages. The speaker outlines five elements in this 'rhythm of leadership': rest, clarity, character, connection, and returning to rest. They stress the importance of leading from a place of rest to achieve clarity, maintain strong character, and foster meaningful connections. The ultimate goal is to transform leadership and church culture by giving people permission to live from rest.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

Welcome back to the Hope Church podcast! Be blessed and encouraged today as Pastor Josh speaks to the Mothers and the many qualities that they share with Jesus!

Hope Church - Unbreakable Life - A Motherly Picture - 5_11_25 by Hope Church Utah

In this Sunday's message, "Freedom Through Forgiveness", Pastor Josh shared how the power to forgive flows from the staggering truth that Jesus paid the ultimate price to cancel our debt. Because we've been forgiven so completely, we're compelled to live with tender hearts—ready to release others as we've been released. The revelation of what Jesus has done for us softens our hearts and leads us into the kind of forgiveness that brings true freedom. Who might Jesus be inviting you to release today? Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

What do you do when offense finds its way into your heart? In his message, "Freedom from Offense", Pastor Josh challenged us to reflect on how we respond in those moments. Left unchecked, offense can lead to bitterness and deception, distorting our relationships and our perspective. We were reminded that it's our responsibility to guard our hearts, stay tender toward one another, and choose to see both people and God through the lens of truth. Real freedom comes when we fix our eyes on Jesus and the cross—our unchanging standard in a world of shifting emotions and opinions. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Unbreakable Life - To the Praise of His Glory - 5_4_25 by Hope Church Utah

Cultural Christianity has received a lot of negative press lately. Influential leaders have applauded its demise, insisting the collapse would be a net positive for the Church. But is this really the case?Jamie Bambrick, a Christian from Northern Ireland, joins the Christian Emergency Podcast to challenge the prevailing narrative. Jamie recently published a video in defense of cultural Christianity and made several perceptive insights. On this episode, Jamie expands on those points and touches on related topics as well.If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.In Defence of Cultural Christianity (Video on YouTube): Here.In Defence of Cultural Christianity (Video on Twitter, now X): Here.The Coming Ulster Revival: Saving Northern Ireland & the West, for the Glory of God & for the Craic (Book): available here.Hope Church, Craigavon (Northern Ireland): https://wearehope.church/Christian Emergency Alliance (Website): https://www.christianemergency.com/Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter):@ChristianEmerg1Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook):@ChristianEmergencyThe Christian Emergency Podcast is aproduction of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

Who reigns in your life? This Sunday, in his message "Who Reigns?", Drew Williams unpacks how sin and death enslave us through lies, shame, and broken cycles — and how serving sin allows death to rule over us. But Jesus came to break the power of sin and death once and for all. When we let Christ reign, His truth sets us free from the lies that keep us bound, and we step into true freedom, grace, and righteousness. This message is an invitation to let Him reign fully in our lives — and to allow Him to receive His full reward in us. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church - Unbreakable Life - 4_27_25 by Hope Church Utah

This week, Jamie interviews Miranda Smith, First Lady of Hope Church and the voice behind the Instagram account Sweet Little Smith Farm.Miranda shares the heart behind starting her account and why she chose to step back after growing a strong following. In this episode, she opens up about what it means to show up authentically, while also knowing when to step away in order to stay grounded in your values.This conversation will encourage you to be exactly who God has called you to be—online and off.

4,500+ people. Three services. Two on-campus locations. One and only Jesus. What a joy to celebrate the resurrection with you this morning—to linger in the wonder of redemption, by the blood of Christ, to lift our voices in grateful praise, and to let our hearts rise in hope for the final, unending wedding feast—when Jesus gathers His Bride at last. Thank you for joining us this morning. He is risen!

Easter at Hope Church - 4_20_25 by Hope Church Utah

What if death isn't the end, but just the beginning? In his Easter message, "The Resurrection Changes Everything", Pastor Josh unpacks how Jesus' resurrection rewrites every story. He is alive, He is worthy, and His victory over the grave changes everything—past, present, and future. Jesus has broken the chains of fear, conquered the grave, and promised that what God did in Him, He will do in all creation. He is not only alive—He is the Resurrection, and His empty tomb is the promise that death doesn't get the final word. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

In this Easter sermon, Pastor Matt Sturdivan of Hope Church explores the meaning of Easter and introduces a new series called "Unshakable Faith." He begins by recounting the events of the first Easter morning, referencing Matthew 28:5, where an angel tells the women at Jesus' tomb not to be afraid because Jesus has risen. Pastor Matt then outlines three key elements of unshakable faith: 1. When we're anxious or afraid, God gives us peace. He cites John 20:19-21, where Jesus appears to His disciples and says, "Peace be with you." 2. When we're weak, God gives us power. The pastor references Isaiah 40:29 and 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 to illustrate this point. 3. When we're uncertain, God gives us direction. He uses Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 1:5 to emphasize God's guidance. The sermon concludes with an explanation of how to find unshakable faith by building one's life on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ. Pastor Matt presents the gospel message, explaining that we are all sinners in need of salvation, which is available through faith in Jesus. He invites listeners to trust in Christ as their Savior and Lord, offering a simple prayer for those ready to make this decision.

Thank you for joining us for EASTER AT HOPE CHURCH. We hope you enjoy and are moved by this sermon brought by Pastor Wes Beacham. Happy Easter!

A sermon by Bishop Talbert W. Swan, II at the Spring of Hope Church of God in Christ

This special Holy Week edition focuses on the week leading up to Easter Sunday. Rufus Smith, Senior Pastor of Hope Church in Memphis helps us to reflect on the events of Jesus Christ, final week in Jerusalem, culminating in his crucifixion and resurrection.

Hope Church Utah - Habakkuk -Yet I Will Rejoice - April12, 2025 by Hope Church Utah

This Sunday, Pastor Gary took us into "The Most Revolutionary Dinner Conversation Ever"—a deep dive into the Passover meal and the Last Supper. We saw how Jesus not only fulfilled the meaning of Passover but also transformed it, inviting us into a new kind of life shaped by His love and sacrifice. As He washed the disciples' feet, Jesus modeled humility, service, and a love that is thorough and complete. He came to incorporate us into His story, to renew our minds, and to teach us to take God at His word. Through this meal, He showed us a new way to live—marked by grace, transformation, and belonging. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

Hope Church Utah - Habakkuk - God and Bullies - March 30, 2025 by Hope Church Utah

Hope Church Utah - Habakkuk - In Justice Remember Mercy - April 5, 2025 by Hope Church Utah

Is He at the center? In this Sunday's message, "The Table of Abiding," Pastor Josh invited us to respond to Jesus' invitation to draw near and abide. Abiding is a life fueled by hunger for more of Him, knowing that apart from Him, we can do nothing. His Word promises that when we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. He's knocking on our hearts, and the choice is ours—will we draw near and let Him capture our hearts? Will we abide and make Him the center of everything? Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

The Christian Outlook – March 22, 2025

Monday through Saturday, Devin Pickard and his family run Papa KayJoe's BBQ in Centerville, Tennessee. But on Sundays, Devin trades the BBQ pit for the pulpit at Hope Church, the non-denominational congregation where he preaches. In many ways, food is a natural fit for a southern preacher, but there are other, less obvious ways Devin's two professions come together. Later in the episode, cookbook author Tammy Algood talks about Sunday dinner etiquette and competitive church potlucks.This episode originally aired on October 9, 2017, and June 10, 2019, and was produced by Dan Pashman and Anne Saini. It was edited by Dan Charles. The Sporkful production team now includes Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Andres O'Hara, Kameel Stanley, Jared O'Connell, and Giulia Leo. Publishing by Shantel Holder.Transcript available at www.sporkful.com.Right now, Sporkful listeners can get three months free of the SiriusXM app by going to siriusxm.com/sporkful. Get all your favorite podcasts, more than 200 ad-free music channels curated by genre and era, and live sports coverage with the SiriusXM app.