Podcast appearances and mentions of Hope City Church

Day of Atonement / Guest speaker Caleb Watson by Hope City Church

Connect Grow Serve: One As We Are One / Care Pastor Jessie Stuck by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 13 September 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

What do you do when life hits a wall and nothing seems to change? In this message, Pastor Phil Kniesel looks at Lamentations 3 and the honest grief of someone who feels broken, bitter, and hopeless. Yet in the middle of the pain, he chooses to remember what is true about God.When you can't change your circumstances, you can still choose what you call to mind: God loves me. God cares for me. God is faithful. And because those things are still true, there is still hope.

"Tethered to the cross" is how the renowned nineteenth-century English Baptist minister Charles H. Spurgeon (1834–1892) described the task of ministry and his approach to preaching. For nearly four decades, Spurgeon served as the pastor of the church at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. But what specifically guided the reading of Scripture by the man known as the "Prince of Preachers"? Tracing the development of Spurgeon's thought and his approach to biblical hermeneutics throughout his ministry in Tethered to the Cross: The Life and Preaching of Charles H. Spurgeon (IVP Academic, 2020), theologian and historian Thomas Breimaier argues that Spurgeon viewed the entire Bible through the lens of the cross of Christ. This method led Spurgeon to interpret texts in a consistent fashion, resulting in sermons, articles, and instruction that employed cross-centered language, which was aimed at the conversion of unbelievers. With Breimaier as our guide, better understanding of how Spurgeon approached the task of interpreting Scripture and preaching the gospel might enable us, too, to be tethered to the cross of Christ.Author Thomas Breimaier (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is the Director for Learning and Training at Hope City Church in Edinburgh, Scotland.Host Michael Shaw is a PhD student in Historical Theology at Union College, Belfast, and a Visiting Lecturer at the Irish Baptist College. His research focuses on the thought of the Independent Puritan theologian Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646). His primary academic interests lie in historical theology, particularly early modern Baptist and Congregationalist theology and ecclesiology. He also serves as the Associate Pastor at Strandtown Baptist Church, Belfast. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

"Tethered to the cross" is how the renowned nineteenth-century English Baptist minister Charles H. Spurgeon (1834–1892) described the task of ministry and his approach to preaching. For nearly four decades, Spurgeon served as the pastor of the church at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. But what specifically guided the reading of Scripture by the man known as the "Prince of Preachers"? Tracing the development of Spurgeon's thought and his approach to biblical hermeneutics throughout his ministry in Tethered to the Cross: The Life and Preaching of Charles H. Spurgeon (IVP Academic, 2020), theologian and historian Thomas Breimaier argues that Spurgeon viewed the entire Bible through the lens of the cross of Christ. This method led Spurgeon to interpret texts in a consistent fashion, resulting in sermons, articles, and instruction that employed cross-centered language, which was aimed at the conversion of unbelievers. With Breimaier as our guide, better understanding of how Spurgeon approached the task of interpreting Scripture and preaching the gospel might enable us, too, to be tethered to the cross of Christ.Author Thomas Breimaier (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is the Director for Learning and Training at Hope City Church in Edinburgh, Scotland.Host Michael Shaw is a PhD student in Historical Theology at Union College, Belfast, and a Visiting Lecturer at the Irish Baptist College. His research focuses on the thought of the Independent Puritan theologian Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646). His primary academic interests lie in historical theology, particularly early modern Baptist and Congregationalist theology and ecclesiology. He also serves as the Associate Pastor at Strandtown Baptist Church, Belfast.Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"Tethered to the cross" is how the renowned nineteenth-century English Baptist minister Charles H. Spurgeon (1834–1892) described the task of ministry and his approach to preaching. For nearly four decades, Spurgeon served as the pastor of the church at the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London. But what specifically guided the reading of Scripture by the man known as the "Prince of Preachers"? Tracing the development of Spurgeon's thought and his approach to biblical hermeneutics throughout his ministry in Tethered to the Cross: The Life and Preaching of Charles H. Spurgeon (IVP Academic, 2020), theologian and historian Thomas Breimaier argues that Spurgeon viewed the entire Bible through the lens of the cross of Christ. This method led Spurgeon to interpret texts in a consistent fashion, resulting in sermons, articles, and instruction that employed cross-centered language, which was aimed at the conversion of unbelievers. With Breimaier as our guide, better understanding of how Spurgeon approached the task of interpreting Scripture and preaching the gospel might enable us, too, to be tethered to the cross of Christ.Author Thomas Breimaier (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is the Director for Learning and Training at Hope City Church in Edinburgh, Scotland.Host Michael Shaw is a PhD student in Historical Theology at Union College, Belfast, and a Visiting Lecturer at the Irish Baptist College. His research focuses on the thought of the Independent Puritan theologian Jeremiah Burroughs (1599–1646). His primary academic interests lie in historical theology, particularly early modern Baptist and Congregationalist theology and ecclesiology. He also serves as the Associate Pastor at Strandtown Baptist Church, Belfast.Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make Room: Week 5 - Make Room By Shaking / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Make Room: Week 6 - Make Room For People / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Make Room : Week 4 - Make Room For The Father / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Make Room: Week 3 - Make Room Through Priorities / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 6 September 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

What do you do when you don't know what's next? In the first message of our Bookmarks series, Pastor Phil looks at Proverbs 3:5–6 and what it means to trust God when the path ahead isn't clear.We often want God to show us the whole plan, but He may simply be asking us to take the next step. As we learn to trust, surrender, submit, and obey, we discover that God's direction is often found while walking, not waiting. Send us Fan Mail

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 30 August 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Pastor Ken looks at Jesus' Parable of the Ten Minas in Luke 19 and asks an important question: How do you know if you're actually a Christian?Jesus shows us that following Him is about more than simply calling Him Lord. It means wanting Jesus as King and trusting Him with what He has given us. Our time, talents, resources, and opportunities are meant to be put to work for His Kingdom.Send us Fan Mail

How do we help young people move beyond simply knowing about the Holy Spirit to genuinely encountering Him for themselves?In this episode of the Limitless Youth Ministry Podcast, Steve Chalmers, Pastor of Hope City Church, joins us for a deeply practical conversation about what it looks like to lead young people in the power of the Holy Spirit—not just at festivals and conferences, but in the everyday life of your local youth ministry.Featuring one of the best explanations of the gift of tongues we've ever heard, this episode is full of biblical wisdom, practical encouragement and stories of God at work.Together we explore:

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 23 August 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 16 August 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Make Room: Week 2 - Make Room Part 2 / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 9 August 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Make Room: Week 1 - Make Room / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Do It Anyways - Faith Over Fear / Adam Cummings by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Isaiah Granados. Delivered on 2 August 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from Pastor Lana Varela. Delivered on 26 July 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Adult 5 For 5 by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 19 July 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Ways of the Eagle / Guest Pastor Michael Smith by Hope City Church

When The Wrong Place Is The Right Place / Brother Larry Higgenbotham by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 12 July 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 5 July 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from guest speaker Pastor Jayde Duncan, introduced by Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 28 June 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Shoes of Peace / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 21 June 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Commissioned To Go / Pastor Jessie Stuck by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 14 June 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from Kevin Dickson of Josiah Venture. Delivered on 7 June 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Back To Eden: Week 18 - Titles of Jesus / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 31 May 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Youth 5 for5 / Graduation Sunday by Hope City Church

Back To Eden: Week 17 - Don't Be Ahimelech / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 24 May 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 17 May 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Back To Eden: Week 16 - God Heals / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 10 May 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Back To Eden: Week 13 - The Prodigal Son / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Back To Eden: Week 14 - A Bowl of Stew or The Birthright / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Back To Eden: Week 15 - God Clothes / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson with guest Carol Montgomery, LMFT. Delivered on 3 May 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson with guest Robin Thomas, LCSW, MSW, MDiv. Delivered on 26 April 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Back To Eden: Week 12 - Baptism / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church