Podcast appearances and mentions of Hope City Church

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Keith Jeffries to unpack a story marked by addiction, heartbreak, spiritual awakening, and the life-changing power of surrendering to God.   Keith shares openly about growing up in a loving home that lacked a spiritual foundation, and how his desire for acceptance and belonging led him down a destructive path at an early age. What began with drinking as a teenager quickly escalated into marijuana, prescription pills, heroin, and eventually years of meth addiction. Through his brutally honest reflection, Keith reveals how addiction slowly eroded his relationships, fueled selfish choices, and left him feeling empty despite outward success.   Nick and Keith explore the deep wounds that often live beneath addiction—including father wounds, unresolved anger, and the quiet shame that lingers long after the chaos of substance abuse fades. Keith reflects on the painful realization that the scars addicts leave on others can be some of the hardest burdens to carry in sobriety.   The turning point in Keith's story came during one of the darkest moments of his life. After years of addiction and the loss of his father, Keith found himself sitting alone with a gun in his hand, ready to end everything. Instead, in a moment he still struggles to fully explain, he fired the gun into the floor—an act that became a permanent reminder of the life he almost lost.   Soon after, Keith attended a men's event called The Launching Pad in Dallas, Texas, where he experienced a powerful encounter with God that would change everything. In that moment of surrender, the addictions that once controlled him were broken, and Keith began a new journey of faith, obedience, and purpose.   But the journey wasn't without heartbreak. After five years of infertility, Keith and his wife Kayla experienced the joy of discovering they were pregnant with twins—only to lose both babies to miscarriage weeks later. In one of the most painful seasons of their lives, they made the difficult decision to remain faithful and obedient to God, trusting that He still had a plan for their family.   Today, Keith lives a completely transformed life—devoted to his faith, his marriage, and helping other men find freedom from addiction and hopelessness. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far someone believes they have fallen, redemption is always possible.   Through honest conversation, Nick and Keith discuss the role of obedience, the importance of brotherhood and accountability, and the incredible ways God reveals Himself when people choose faith over fear.   This episode is a raw and inspiring testimony that no one is too far gone for grace—and that sometimes the greatest miracles come after the darkest moments.    

Back To Eden: Week 8 - Our Safe Place Is A Tent / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

The Fragmented Christian Life - James 2:14-18 // Dr. Chik Kaw Tan by Hope City Church

Back To Eden: Week 6 - Delight Part 2 / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Back To Eden: Week 7 - Keep Going West / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

We live in a world that scrolls past what feels uncomfortable. We avoid the messy, the broken, and the complicated. But this is not who Jesus is.In this new series through the Gospel of Mark, we discover a powerful truth: when everyone else steps back from the mess, Jesus steps toward it. He moves toward rejection, defilement, and shame, not to condemn, but to restore.Send a text

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckkx. Delivered on 22 February 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Sex is everywhere in our culture. It shapes how we think about identity, belonging, and happiness, often without us realizing it. In this message, Pastor Phil explores what God actually says about sex and why His design is not restrictive but protective. Send a text

Back To Eden: Week 5 - Delight / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 15 February 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Love is powerful, but without wisdom it can fall apart. In this message, Pastor Ken walks through four biblical laws from Song of Songs that help build a love that actually lasts.God didn't design marriage as a contract built on convenience, but as a covenant built on commitment. Whether you're married, dating, single, or healing from the past, this message points to a love shaped by God's design and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus.Send a text

Back To Eden: Week 4 - His Promise Is His Presence / Care Pastor Jessie Stuck by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 8 February 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

We all fall short. Even when we know God's way is best, the old nature can creep in and lead us down paths we never intended to take. In this message, Pastor Paul talks honestly about sin, repentance, and the hope we have when we return to God. As we explore 1 John and the teachings of Jesus, we see that repentance and forgiveness are meant to go hand in hand. Repentance invites us to turn back to God, and forgiveness frees us to move forward. This message is an invitation to experience the freedom that comes when we walk in humility, grace, and obedience.Send us a text

Back To Eden: Week 3 - Fasting / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 1 February 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

We all build our lives on something. Whether we realize it or not, we give authority to something that shapes how we think, choose, and live. In this message, Pastor Phil invites us to consider what we're building on and why God's Word matters so deeply.As we explore Scripture together, we're reminded that the Bible doesn't just inform our faith, it forms our life. God's Word sustains us, gives us direction, equips us for everyday life, and ultimately leads us to Jesus. Send us a text

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 25 January 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Back To Eden: Week 2 - Prayer / Pastor Katie Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 18 January 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Back To Eden: Week 1 - Back To Eden / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 11 January 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

The Bible: Part 2 / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson with Kassandra Vana, and including special commissionings of Pastor Lana Varela and Amanda Munsterman. Delivered on 4 January 2026 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

The Bible: Part 1 / Pastor Katie Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 28 December 2025 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 24 December 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Immanuel: Week 3 - Christmas / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 21 December 2025 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 14 December 2025 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 14 December 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Immanuel: Week 1 / Pastor Katie Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Donn Dirckx. Delivered on 7 December 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Too Soon To Quit / Guest Speaker Larry Higgenbotham by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 30 November 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Reach / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Lana Varela. Delivered on 23 November 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Stop Playing With The Chickens / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 16 November 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Ruth: Week 5 - Transactions, Marriages, and Descendants / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 9 November 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Ruth: Week 4 / Pastor Katie Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 2 November 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

Ruth: Week 3 / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

A message from Pastor Chris Jackson. Delivered on 26 October 2025 at Hope City Church.Song used: https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lo-fi-chillhop-beat-background-music-133473/

In one of the most emotional and powerful episodes of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up the Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Jason Comer, a husband, father of five, and living testimony of how God's grace can turn devastation into destiny.   Jason's life is a raw reflection of brokenness, rebellion, incarceration, relapse, forgiveness, and divine restoration. This episode traces his complete journey—from a troubled childhood and early substance use, to meth addiction, prison, family separation, and the miraculous road back to sobriety, faith, and fatherhood.   Through tears, laughter, and hard truths, Jason opens up about what it means to be a man redeemed. He shares how Hope City Church, mentorship, and a community of believers gave him the spiritual and emotional tools he never had growing up. His story reveals the brutal reality of addiction—but more importantly, the beauty of God's redemption story when we finally stop running.   This is more than a story about getting sober. It's a story about becoming whole, about how God can take the pieces of a shattered life and build something new—something strong enough to lead a family, raise kids with love, and inspire others to believe that no matter how dark the pit, there is always a way out.   If you're a parent fighting your own battles, a man seeking purpose, or someone walking through the ashes of addiction or shame—this episode will meet you right where you are.   ⸻  

Most of us know stress is bad—but what if the biggest source of our stress is the one we choose? In “Debt is Stress,” Pastor Peter unpacks how financial pressure doesn't just drain our wallets—it drains our peace. Discover how God wants to free you from the weight of debt and worry through three powerful prayers: 1️⃣ God, give me self-control. 2️⃣ God, give me understanding. 3️⃣ God, give me a plan.Learn how to move from pressure to peace and find freedom in your finances—and in your faith. Because Jesus didn't just pay your spiritual debt—He invites you to live debt-free in every area of your life.

Ruth: Week 2 / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

House of Cards / Pastor Jeff Bowman by Hope City Church

Ruth: Week 1 / Pastor Katie Bowman by Hope City Church