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Today’s Bible Verse: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding itwith justice and righteousness from that time on and forever" - Isaiah 9:6–7 (NIV) Hope feels different when you remember who Jesus actually is. Isaiah’s prophecy names Him in ways our weary hearts often forget: the Wonderful Counselor who brings wisdom when life feels tangled, the Mighty God who carries what we can’t, the Everlasting Father who never abandons, and the Prince of Peace who calms the chaos within and around us. Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
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We live with constant reminders that our world is fragile and broken and we can't fix ourselves. We live in a kind of constant darkness. As we begin the season of Advent, we focus on the hope that Jesus has come to inaugurate his kingdom of light, life, and goodness. Join us as we look at “Hope” from Isaiah 11:1-9.
On another podcast without Ryan, Chris and Kimberly discuss the season of Advent, specifically hope. What does it mean to hope for something? Kimberly shares her confusion about hope vs faith, and they discuss going through the motions of advent vs finding new meaning in the traditions. Also the Aggies lost. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist
From the psalmist's declaration of God's enduring faithfulness to the angel's announcement to Zechariah, Scripture reveals a God who keeps His word. In Jesus, every promise finds its ‘Yes.' Because the Promise is fulfilled, we have unshakable hope.
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The Dawn of Redeeming Grace Brings HopeIsaiah 8:16-9:7Sermon Notes & QuotesThe Village Chapel - 11/30/2025In a world marked by deep darkness and spiritual hunger, the Advent season speaks with unusual honesty. The prophet Isaiah describes a people stumbling through distress and gloom, grasping for answers anywhere but God. Yet into that darkness comes a light not awakened from within us but shining upon us. An illuminating and intrusive grace that reveals our need and draws us back to the God who saves. Advent begins in the dark, but refuses to leave us there. As Isaiah looks ahead to the birth of Jesus, he announces a Savior would bring hope. Light for the blind, freedom for the burdened, peace for the anxious, and forgiveness for the rebel. Join us as Pastor Tommy walks us through Isaiah's vision of a hope that does not fade and a light the darkness cannot overcome.To find more resources like these, follow us:Website: https://thevillagechapel.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVTzDbaiXVUAm_mUBDCTJAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tvcnashville/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tvcnashvilleX: https://twitter.com/tvcnashvilleTo support the ongoing mission of The Village Chapel go to https://thevillagechapel.com/give/. If you are a regular giver, thank you for your continued faithfulness and generosity!
“Hope is the power of being cheerful in circumstances that we know to be desperate.”— G. K. Chesterton Hope is formed in the darkness. We like our hope clean and well-lit. The kind that comes with a contract, or a guarantee from a reputable source, we want hope with a tracking number, or a scheduled delivery date. But real hope—the kind Scripture speaks of, the kind that held Mary in her bewilderment and Jesus in the tomb—is not tidy. Real hope is not born in clarity. Real hope begins when we do not know what comes next. Hope is, in fact, the courage to believe that God is doing something when we cannot see a thing.
What do we do when the world feels increasingly heavy, anxious, and bleak? In this Advent message, we explore our deep human longing for hope amid fear, doom-scrolling, and the relentless stream of bad news. Drawing from Isaiah's prophecies, we trace Israel's history of failed leaders and unmet expectations, revealing how the ache for rescue has always been part of the human story. Ultimately, we look to the surprising and upside-down hope of Jesus—the promised King who comes not with political power, but in humility, vulnerability, and sacrificial love.
THE DAWN OF HOPE 1. Hope is Born (Luke 2:11–14) 2. Hope Shines (John 8:12) 3. Hope Wins (Rev. 11:15)
Because Christ has come, you should set your hope in Him.Advent Series Description: Advent is the season of the year when Christians reflect upon the coming of Jesus. Our Savior's lowly incarnation & birth at Christmastime was the fulfillment of prophetic hopes the Scriptures had been sounding for centuries. In this series, we explore four key prophetic passages that reveal Christ and point to the Advent themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.To begin the Advent season, we consider the prophecy of Isaiah 40:1-11, a passage that encourages us to set our hope on Christ. Because Christ has come, you should set your hope in Him.
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When we wait with hope, it transforms how we use our resources, how we plan, and how we spend our time. The disposition of a follower of Christ is one that turns toward hope even in the midst of despair, and it can be seen in the way they live their lives. Hope leaves seeds sown in its wake because it believes in tomorrow. It trusts in divinely inspired dreams of peace that are planted, nurtured, and cultivated. Hope is anchored in the history, mystery, and majesty of the coming Christ. Join us for the first week of Advent as we learn what it means to stay ready for hope.
Main Idea: Christ is Our Only and Future Hope Text: Isaiah 9:1-7 Outline: A. Gloom to Glory B. The Relief of Oppression C. The Reason for Rejoicing
Sermon on Isaiah 9:1-7 titled The Promise of Hope. It was preached by Director of Outreach and Discipleship Jeremy Fritz on November 30th, 2025 at Manhattan Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Manhattan, Kansas. You can learn more at ManhattanPres.com
An Advent series: Christ our Hope. Preached at ROCK City Church Melbourne by Pastor Ferdinand Haratua
A Fresh Hope | Isaiah by Christ Covenant
Order - Disorder - Reorder. As our community navigates a time of disorder, the task of prophetic imagination and ministry is to cut through despair and to identify the dissatisfied coping mechanisms that seem endless and unresolved. The prophet Isaiah and those who wrote in his style demonstrate how prophetic communities use the language of amazement to energize their people and help them shift from despair to hope. www.TheLoftLA.org
The King of Hope – Isaiah 11:1-9 – David Larmour The post The King of Hope – Isaiah 11:1-9 appeared first on Welbeck Road Evangelical Church.
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Overcoming Fear, Doubt, and Adversity in Faith Life often presents us with mountains—challenges that seem impossible to climb. But through faith in Christ, we can overcome fear, doubt, and adversity, standing firm in the hope that God provides. In this powerful sermon, we explore four key mountains we must conquer:
Today, pastor Ray Bentley examines the miracle moment when the angels announce the birth of the Christ child. I absolutely love this. The angels literally take the veil between heaven and earth. Step through that veil as they now announce to the shepherds down in the fields of Bethlehem. Behold unto us born this day a Savior, which is Christ the Lord spread.
This week we continue in our series in ISAIAH called "DWELL". Today's message from Isaiah chapters 13–27, is from pastor Nate Walker and is titled "Human Pride and Future Hope". Continuing our journey through Isaiah, we examine humanity's long-standing problem with pride. We also see the promise of a future hope and an invitation to participate in God's Kingdom here and now. Thanks for watching!
Pastor Bill Van Kirk continues our sermon series, Christmas Traditions Christmas TraditionsWeek 21. The Tree of Life: God's Eternal Plan (Genesis 2:9; Revelation 22:2)2. The Shoot from Jesse: God's Promise of Hope (Isaiah 11:1-2)3. The Tree of Sacrifice: God's Gift of Redemption (1 Peter 2:24)Connect with us!springlakechurch.org/getconnectedspringlakechurch.orgNeed Prayer? We'd love to pray for you!springlakechurch.org/prayer
Advent 2024 - Hope Isaiah 9:2-6 Isaiah 9:2-6 Christ Church Kingwood December 22, 2024 Preacher: Patrick Wimberly
This week we continue in our series in ISAIAH called "DWELL". Today's message from ISAIAH Chapters 8 & 9, is from pastor Tom Chamberlin and is titled “HOPE”. Thanks for watching!
Pastor Josh Shideler preaches from Isaiah 9 for the 4th week of our Advent Series: Cradle to Crown. "Look to this Light to dispel your gloom."
Pastor Bill Van Kirk unwraps our sermon series, Christmas Traditions Christmas TraditionsWeek 11. The Tree of Life: God's Eternal Plan (Genesis 2:9; Revelation 22:2)2. The Shoot from Jesse: God's Promise of Hope (Isaiah 11:1-2)3. The Tree of Sacrifice: God's Gift of Redemption (1 Peter 2:24)Connect with us!springlakechurch.org/getconnectedspringlakechurch.orgNeed Prayer? We'd love to pray for you!springlakechurch.org/prayer
Series: Advent 2024 Sermon: Advent of Hope – Isaiah 9:1-7 Advent is a season of anticipation and preparation as we reflect on the first coming of Jesus in Bethlehem and eagerly await His glorious return. In this message, we focus on the theme of hope—not mere wishful thinking, but a confident expectation rooted in God's promises. Isaiah 9:1-7 offers a powerful prophecy of the coming Messiah, a light breaking into the darkness, and a King who brings wisdom, strength, peace, and eternal love. Discover how the hope of Christ transforms despair into joy, weakness into strength, and brokenness into redemption. Join us as we explore: The Great Reversal: God's power to turn gloom into glory. The Light in the Darkness: Jesus, the light of the world, shines in our darkest moments. The Names of the Messiah: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—and what they mean for us today. Living as Hope Bearers: Sharing the transformative hope of Christ with a world in need.
Our hope is not found in human solutions, but in the type of rescue that only a divine Savior can provide. As we enter into this season of Advent, join us as Pastor Justin Carlton teaches on the topic of hope.
Hope Has A Name 01 || "Hope" (Isaiah 10:1), by Bjorn Johnson, December 01, 2024. Visit summitwestolive.org for more info about SUMMIT CHURCH in West Olive, MI.
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone.” Isaiah 9:2 As Christmas nears, the Advent season begins, focusing on Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love to prepare us for Jesus' birth. We start with the message of hope, a gift from God that comes alive in the prophetic words of Isaiah, written centuries before Jesus' arrival. Isaiah foretells a light emerging from the overlooked region of Galilee, home to Nazareth, where Jesus was raised. This surprising choice illustrates God's way of working through the unexpected to bring His hope to a dark world. Isaiah's prophecy captures the contrast between Israel's focus on Jerusalem and the Messiah's emergence from humble Galilee, a place of little renown. Jesus' birthplace and upbringing defy expectations, marking Him as a beacon of divine hope arising from humble beginnings rather than grandeur. His birth in a simple setting, with shepherds as witnesses, underscores that God's work often goes unrecognized by those preoccupied with worldly appearances. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; 1 Corinthians 1:27 Jesus embodies hope as both fully human and divine, described in Isaiah's prophecy as a child born and a son given. His human experience connects Him to our struggles, as Hebrews reminds us, while His divinity fulfills God's redemptive plan. This dual nature means He is not merely an extraordinary man but our Savior, worthy of worship. The resurrection challenges any dismissal of Jesus as an ordinary figure, anchoring our belief in His lordship. Isaiah names Jesus as Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace, each title revealing His unique role. Jesus, the Wonderful Counselor, provides divine wisdom and comfort, guiding us beyond our limited understanding. As Mighty God, He wages a spiritual battle for our souls, not with force but through sacrificial love. His role as Everlasting Father assures eternal protection, provision, and guidance. He is the Prince who brings us peace with God. Through these gifts, God offers true, abiding hope that transcends earthly limitations, calling us to trust in His enduring character amidst life's darkness.
Radiant, Part 1The Light of Hope | Isaiah 9:1-2Big Idea: The coming of Christ is the light of hope.
In the midst of life's hardships and the rush of the holiday season, where can we find hope amid the dark moments? We are beginning our Advent series, Radiant, unpacking how Christ holds the hope and light we desperately need. Maybe you're feeling hopeless this Christmas season, life has you down, and it feels like nothing will bring you the hope you need. In this message from Isaiah 9:1-2, Pastor Kiel Mahaffy helps us see how Christ brings the light of hope that the world needs.
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For many people in America and some other countries, this coming weekend is the Labor Day holiday weekend. In many parts of American life this weekend is a significant transition from summer to fall and life for many people will be very different one week from today than it is now. Sometimes do you wish you could see the future or maybe even rush time ahead? Down through history certain people have occasionally been given by God a clear glimpse into the distant future and they’ve written God’s messages which find fulfillment centuries later. The prophet Isaiah was one of those men and join me again today as we look at his messages in Isaiah 42 written about 690bc and partially fulfilled 700 years later! (Click here to see full text, images and links) Today’s Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7. Choose below to read or listen.Pastor Doug Anderson “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, with our eyes fixed on Jesus…” (Heb. 12:1,2)Have a comment or question about today's chapter? I'm ready to hear from you, contact me here. Interested in helping "Walking with Jesus" financially? Click here
In this episode of Pray the Word on Isaiah 64:1, David Platt reminds us God is the only hope for our lives, families, churches, cities, country, and the world.
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