Podcasts about Living Hope

Today, Ron takes us to the book of First Peter, as he continues his teaching series, "The Ultimate Road Trip Through the Bible: The General Epistles and Revelation. 

Let me ask you, what are you hoping for today? And to what are you clinging for that hope? Well, for many, hope is nothing more than wishful thinking. But genuine hope, biblical hope, is something else entirely. What does that kind of hope look like?  On what or whom is it based? Find out next, as Ron takes us to the book of First Peter in his continuing teaching series, “The Ultimate Road Trip Through The Bible: The General Epistles and Revelation.” 

Send me a one-way text about this episode! I'll give you a shout out or answer your question on a future episode.Welcome to the first Holiday edition of Monday Motivation!For the next few Monday's I will be sharing with you some inspirational Advent themed articles written by past guests of The Art of Home. These ladies are homemakers just like you who are sharing their reflections on the four themes of Advent; hope, peace, joy and love.In this episode, you'll hear 2 articles reflecting on the first theme of Advent-Hope. First, Tiffany Harris lights a Flame of Hope for the homemaker. Then, Amber Davis encourages us to focus on the Advent of Hope, the birth of Jesus the Messiah, our Living Hope.FREE 2025 Daily Advent Guide: theartofhomepodcast.com/christmasCompanion Blog Post with Full Articles, Flame of Hope & Advent of HopeBe Our Guest! Apply or Nominate Through 11.23.25 or before all spots are filled. theartofhomepodcast.com/guestSupport the showHOMEMAKING RESOURCES Private Facebook Group, Homemaker Forum Newsletter Archive JR Miller's Homemaking Study Guide SUPPORT & CONNECT Review | Love The Podcast Contact | Voicemail |Instagram | Facebook | Website | Email Follow | Follow The Podcast Support | theartofhomepodcast.com/support **Buy | as an Amazon affiliate, AoH receives a small commission at no extra cost to you when you use our links to purchase items we recommend

Science Assumes Intelligent Design cannot be challenged.  Christianity has assumed that Jesus is God and the debate is over. The Gospel the Apostles Preached After forty days of instruction, the apostles proclaimed: God sent, raised, and exalted Jesus. (Acts 2:22–36; 3:13; 5:30–31) Their gospel: what God did through a man, not what God became in a man. Acts 10:38 – “God anointed Jesus of Nazareth… for God was with Him.” John's Message about the Word “The Word became flesh” reveals God's wisdom and power embodied in Jesus. “My flesh… for the life of the world” shows flesh as God's provision, not incarnation. (John 1:14; 6:51) Proverbs 8:22–30 – Wisdom beside God from the beginning. The True Accusation Jesus was condemned for claiming to be the Messiah, not God Himself. Mark 14:61–64; Matthew 26:63–65; Luke 23:2–3 The inscription read: “King of the Jews,” not “God of the Jews.” (John 19:19–22) The Law of Agency In Jewish thought: “A man's agent is as himself.” Jesus spoke and acted fully in God's Name. (Exodus 23:21; John 5:43; 14:10; 17:11) Conclusion God didn't become man to save us—He sent a man, His Son, to reveal and redeem. 1 Timothy 2:5; Romans 5:19; Acts 2:36The post Who Told You That? Jesus Is a God-Man first appeared on Living Hope.

This week, Ricky and Bonnie sit down with another participant from our Living Hope Women's Group, Bridget, who shares her story from her testimony to finding Living Hope to pursuing a degree in apologetics and now a certification in Biblical Sexuality Ministry through the Institute of Biblical Sexuality.

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In this episode we explore the three themes found in 1 Peter 1:3-5…hope, power, and inheritance.

Bible version: NRSVUE (New Revised Standard Version Updated) The common view is that God is three persons in one being or substance. Each of the persons is fully God, but the Father is not the Son, the Son is not the Spirit, and the Spirit is not the Father. Problem 1: Believing that God is three persons contradicts scriptures that speak of God as a singular individual—as a one, not a plurality (Deut. 4:35, 39; 6:4-9; Isa. 43:10-11; 44:6; 45:5-6; 1 Kgs. 8:60; Mal. 2:10; Mark 12:28-34; John 17:3; Rom 3:30; Eph 4:6; 1 Tim. 2:5; Jas. 2:19). Just imagine how well-known scriptures would change if God were three persons (John 3:16; Jer. 29:11). Problem 2: If God were three persons we find serious logical difficulties. Questions multiply. Why doesn't the Bible say God is three persons or explain the idea? Why wasn't it included in the preaching in the book of Acts? How is belief in three persons not tritheism? If the spirit is a person, what's his name? Why doesn't anyone pray to the spirit? Why doesn't the spirit receive worship or give greetings? Problem 3: The tri-personal idea slowly evolved over time. Tertullian first used the word trinitas, but didn't recognize the Father, Son, and Spirit as coequal. Origen of Alexandria developed the concept of eternal generation, but he too believed the Father was greater than the Son. It's not until Gregory of Nazianzus in the mid to late fourth century that we get a clear statement of God as three persons in one being (Fifth Theological Oration 31). Solution: The Bible teaches that the Father is the only true God (John 17:3), Jesus is his Son, the Messiah, and the spirit is their presence in the world.The post Who Told You That? God Is Three Persons first appeared on Living Hope.

On Remembrance Sunday, Karl Ihfe guides the Broadway congregation through a meaningful reflection on the Christian understanding of death and resurrection. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 4 and John 11, Karl emphasizes that our hope isn't merely in a future event but in a person—Jesus Christ, who declared "I am the resurrection and the life" (John 11:25). This transforms our understanding from resurrection as a distant future event to a present reality in the person of Jesus. Karl reminds us that Paul doesn't tell believers not to grieve, but rather that we "may not grieve as others do who have no hope" (1 Thessalonians 4:13). Christians grieve deeply because we love deeply, but our grief is infused with hope because death doesn't have the final word. The sermon culminates in a moving ritual where the names of departed saints are spoken, a bell is rung, and candles are lit—affirming that though we miss our loved ones, they are with Jesus, and one day "every name we're about to speak is going to rise again." https://bwaychurch.org  

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Message from Cam Potts on November 2, 2025

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We pray Almighty and eternal God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses who live in your light and share your glory. Open the eyes of our hearts by your Spirit, so that we may know the hope to which you have called us, the riches of your inheritance among the saints, and the greatness of your power for all who believe. Keep us steadfast in faith, joyful in hope, and eager in love, until we join the saints in everlasting praise before your throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen

Bible version: NASB-95 (New American Standard Bible-95) The devil disguises evil in sweetness and fun during Halloween, using candy and costumes to draw children toward practices that Yahweh calls detestable. There is nothing sweet or fun about the darkness of the occult or the celebration of death. Witches and sorcerers are evil and are destined for the lake of fire. Revelation 12:9; 20:2-3; Ephesians 2:1-3 Prince of the power of the air – invisible, pervasive, and surrounding human life like the air we breathe. Demons and unclean spirits are recorded in the Gospels over 80 times. Ephesians 6:12; John 12:31; 2 Corinthians 4:4; 11 One of the greatest tools of the adversary is secrecy. He wants everyone to think he is not real. Deuteronomy 18:9-22 Divination is seeking knowledge or guidance through the occult or magical methods, such as interpreting signs, consulting spirits, or using objects (like lots, stars, or entrails). His son or his daughter pass through the fire – 2 Kings 17:7-18 Divination – 2 Kings 21:1-9 Practices witchcraft Interprets omens Sorcerer – Exodus 22:18 “you shall not allow sorcerers to live” Cast spells Medium – Levities 19:31; 20:6, 27 Spiritist One who calls upon the dead – Isaiah 8:19 1 Samuel 28:3-25; 1 Chronicles 10:13–14 Saul did many evil things all worthy of death, however, consulting the medium sealed his demise. Exodus 8:18-19 The magicians and sorcerers duplicate the first two plagues then they told Pharaoh this was way over our heads “this is the finger of God.” Acts 8:5-13 Phillip overpowered Simon. Acts 16:16-19 Paul cast the spirit of divination out of the slave girl. Acts 19:14-20 The power of God destroyed the power of the spiritist. 1 John 4:4 Greater is he that is in you than he that is in the worldThe post Who Told You That? There Is No Spiritual Warfare first appeared on Living Hope.

Join us as we dig deeper into last Sunday's sermon from Pastor Marcus Lane "Has No One Condemned You?" and hear from Amy Duncan on why she chose "Living Hope" for worship on Sunday. Digging Deeper Questions: Are there particular behaviors that you notice you are quick to condemn when you see them in others? How might Jesus' response to the woman caught in adultery help you be more gracious toward those behaviors? Where do you most see a "high anthropology" at work in our culture? In the church? In your heart? How might recognition of our weaknesses lead us to more graciousness toward others? How does Jesus' response to this woman shape how you approach God in your own sins and failures? Intro/Outro Song: "Only One" Nate Zuellig ULC Artist In Residence "Living Hope" Phil Wickham CCLI Song # 7106807 CCLI License # 11254293

When life doesn't go as planned, where do you anchor your soul? In this conversation, Marian Jordan Ellis sits down with writer and speaker Vaneetha Risner—a self-described “sufferer who writes”—to talk about finding a living hope in Jesus through polio and post-polio syndrome, multiple miscarriages, the death of her infant son, betrayal and divorce, and unexpected restoration. Drawing from John 6 (“Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of life”), John 9, and 1 Peter 1 & 4, Vaneetha shares how God meets us in the fire, refines our faith like gold, and teaches us to place our hope in a Person, not an outcome.What you'll hear:-- Vaneetha's story: polio as an infant, long hospital stays, grief and losses, and the paradox of joy (2 Cor. 4:17).--Why living hope (1 Peter) is sturdier than “if-this-then-I'll-be-okay” outcomes—and how that shift changes everything.--The refining fire: what gets burned away, what remains, and how Christ's presence becomes tangible in suffering (Dan. 3; 1 Pet. 1:6–7).--Church as the hands and feet of Jesus: practical ways to love people in pain.--Discipleship in hard seasons: daily Scripture, honest prayer, real community—and obedience that blesses enemies.--How suffering kills entitlement and awakens gratitude and wonder.Resources mentioned:Marian's new Bible study: Anchored: The Life & Letters of the Apostle Peter — 7 video teachings + 6 weeks of study.Vaneetha's memoir: Walking Through Fire.If this episode encourages you, share it with a friend, leave a comment with your takeaway, and consider partnering with This Redeemed Life to help us reach more women with the hope of Jesus.#AnchoredPodcast #ThisRedeemedLife #VaneethaRisner #LivingHope #1Peter #RefiningFire #FaithInTrials #ChristianTestimony #John6 #GriefAndFaith #HopeInJesus #Discipleship

Join Senior Minister Chris Gregg in the powerful kickoff to our series Living Hope: a Study of 1 Peter at First Christian Church in Brazil, Indiana. In this sermon on 1 Peter 1:1-12, explore how Peter's message to scattered believers offers unshakable living hope grounded in Christ's resurrection, even amid trials and exile.Discover your identity as God's chosen, sanctified by the Spirit and cleansed by Christ's blood. Learn how new birth leads to an imperishable inheritance, with faith refined like gold through fire. Chris unpacks how prophets and angels longed for this salvation we now live in—turning hopelessness into joy and confidence in a known God.Whether you're facing personal storms or cultural pressures, this message reminds us: Hope isn't wishful thinking; it's anchored in an empty tomb. As C.S. Lewis said, "We were made for another world." Don't miss this transformative teaching on Christian hope and faith tested by trials.Key Takeaways:- Exiles with eternal identity: Chosen, sanctified, secure.- New birth into living hope through resurrection power.- Trials refine faith, leading to inexpressible joy.- Prophets inquired, angels longed—now it's our reality.- Live as heaven's citizens, anchored in Christ.Subscribe for more sermons from First Christian Church, where we dive deep into Scripture to build faith and community. Follow us on all social media @TheBigTenHuddle. For inquiries, contact jrsrankings@gmail.com.#LivingHope #1PeterSermon #ChristianHope

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Our past rebirth into a future inheritance gives us a living hope in the present, even in suffering. There are three things described in this passage that we can praise God for no matter what we may be going through today. Sermon Outline:I. Praise God: we have been born againII. Praise God: we are being guardedIII. Praise God: we are being refinedSermon Discussion Questions:1. Why do you think Peter begins not with the believers' suffering but with praising God? What might that teach us about how to approach our own seasons of suffering or discouragement?2. Why is it important to remember that our salvation is rooted in God's mercy rather than our own merit? How does this truth affect the way we relate to God and to others?3. Peter describes our inheritance as “imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you.” How does this promised inheritance differ from the things we typically hope for in this life? What practical difference could that make in the way we view success, loss, or aging?4. According to verse 7, trials test and refine our faith like fire purifies gold. How can understanding this purpose help us respond differently when we face future trials?5. What does it mean that God guards us through faith rather than from all suffering? How does this promise give you confidence about persevering in your faith until Christ returns?

Craig Okpala

Message from Trevor Wheeker on October 26, 2025

Welcome back to Living Hope Church! This week Pastor Bill shares how real family, both in the home and the church isn't built on transactions but on covenant love. Drawing from Hezekiah's story, we're challenged to move from comfort to commitment and from consumer faith to Agape love that transforms lives.#FamilyOfGod #AgapeLove #Faith #LivingHopeChurchWelcome to Living Hope Church! These podcasts are our weekly Sunday sermons. We hope you enjoy them.

Fill-In Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/39900/note-247699.html Continuing the Conversation Where do people your age usually look for hope, and how do those hopes fail when life gets hard? What does it practically mean to flee for refuge to Jesus in your daily life? How can you tell if your anchor (your source of stability) is really in Christ or in something else? When have you felt the storms of life threaten to pull you away? How did God hold you steady? If Jesus has already gone before us into Gods presence, how should that shape the way we face fear, guilt, or the future?

Fill-In Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/39900/note-247699.html Continuing the Conversation Where do people your age usually look for hope, and how do those hopes fail when life gets hard? What does it practically mean to flee for refuge to Jesus in your daily life? How can you tell if your anchor (your source of stability) is really in Christ or in something else? When have you felt the storms of life threaten to pull you away? How did God hold you steady? If Jesus has already gone before us into Gods presence, how should that shape the way we face fear, guilt, or the future?

True faith is a matter of the heart and is “trust” and “allegiance” to Jesus, which fundamentally changes how a person lives. This is contrary to the popular idea that “faith alone is all you need.” While salvation is granted solely by grace through faith, and not by works, the Bible teaches that genuine faith is never alone and must be evidenced by obedience and loving action. Faith is not something we merely do in our mind; rather, it is something that happens in our heart that then changes how we live. Popular Christian culture promotes the idea that “As long as I believe in Jesus, how I live doesn't really matter that much.” This is not what the Bible says. Faith is “trust,” “allegiance,” and “dependence.” Faith is not mental assent or agreement with an idea. It is a disposition of the heart that results in outward action in one's life. But Jesus said, “Only believe!” Mark 5:35-42 (cf. Luke 8:49-56) Some take Jesus' words out of context and make it seem like he was saying that is all a person needs—period. Faith is required for God's power to operate effectively in a person's life. But “faith” is never truly alone. It is always accompanied by obedience. Galatians 2:16 We are declared righteous by trust, not by our works. The basis for salvation is trust (i.e., faith). Our works do not contribute to the gift of salvation that we have received. Titus 3:5-7 God saved us, but not because of our works. Acts 16:31 (cf. Romans 10:9-13; John 3:16-18) “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved.” James 2:14-26 True faith is a faith that works! When you trust God, there will be a change in your life according to that trust. Galatians 5:13 Freedom is not being “free from all things.” It is freedom with purpose—to love one another as Jesus loved us. That means serving one another and not doing whatever we want.The post Who Told You That? Faith Is All You Need first appeared on Living Hope.

This week, Ricky and Bonnie are joined by Tiffani, an Living Hope participant who shares her story of what brought her to Living Hope and how she has benefitted from finding a community that is open, transparent, and understanding, but encourages her to pursue Jesus above all.

Craig Okpala

Message from Travis Palmer on October 19, 2025

Welcome to Troy Church's podcast series. Our Connection Card link:https://troychurch.breezechms.com/form/7e350cPastor Zach finishes 1 John chapter 3 this week.May We Be Children Who Love One AnotherDon't be like Cain1 John 3:11-15Matthew 5:21-24Be like JesusJohn 13:31-35, 19:26Ephesians 5:25Be reassured1 John 3:19-22Luke 9:51-56Worship Songs"Cornerstone" - Hillsong Worship"Build my Life" - Pat Barrett"Living Hope" - Phil WickhamYou can keep up with all things Troy Church right here on our channel, and also at our other social media and outreach opportunities:facebook.com/troychurch.tvinstagram/troychurchalwww.troychurch.tv

In this message, Pastor Bill Francavilla reminds us that God's family was never meant to look the same. Each of us has unique gifts, callings, and personalities — but all serve one purpose: to glorify God.From Paul's bold ministry to Ananias' quiet obedience, we see that greatness in the Kingdom isn't measured by fame but by faithfulness. Whether you're a Paul preaching to the nations or an Ananias reaching one person at a time, your obedience matters.Let's stop comparing and start obeying — because one act of obedience can change a life.#Faith #Obedience #LivingHopeChurch #TheRockSeries #DifferentGiftsOneBodyWelcome to Living Hope Church! These podcasts are our weekly Sunday sermons. We hope you enjoy them.

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S03E01: On Sundays at Living Hope, you'll catch a quick interview about missions on stage—but here on the podcast, we slow down and share the whole story. In this episode, we're diving deeper into Gift for Christ—what it is, why it matters, and how it brings joy in partnership to the whole church. Join us as we unpack the heart behind this season's campaign and explore how God's mission invites every one of us to take part.

The common view is that the saved go to heaven at death to be with Jesus and their loved ones. Although it's not clear what we'll do there, we know that we will enjoy eternal bliss. Problem 1: Going to heaven contradicts scriptures that speak of the righteous living on earth, including the land promise God made to Abraham and his descendants (Gen 12:7; 13:14-15; 15:18-21; 17:7-8; 22:17-18; 24:7; 26:4; 28:13; 35:12; Ex 3:17; 6:8; Lev 25:38; Deut 1:8; Josh 21:43; Ps 105:11; Jer 7:7; 11:5; 32:22; Ezek 20:6, 42; Acts 7:3-5; Rom 4:13; Gal 3:29; Eph 2:12-13, 19) as well as many other texts (Ps 2:7-8; 37:9-11, 21-22, 27-29, 34; Pr 2:21; Is 11:6-9; 60:20-21; Ezek 36:26-28; Dan 2:44; 7:27; Zech 14:9; Mat 5:5; 6:10; Luke 13:28-29; Rev 2:26-27; 5:9-10; 11:15; 21:2-4). Problem 2: Going to heaven undermines God's original intention for creation. God made the kind of world (Gen 1:31) and people (Gen 2:7) he wanted in the beginning. His plan is to fix what went wrong, not give up on it (Rom 8:19-23; Is 45:18). Problem 3: Going to heaven devalues resurrection. Assuming the dead are living in heaven, what's the point of the resurrection of the dead? Why would people want their bodies back after living in disembodied bliss in heaven for centuries? The Bible teaches that when people die, they are “asleep” until Christ returns to “awaken” them (Dan 12:2; John 5:28-29; 6:39-40; 1 Cor 15:21-23). Life will be much like it is now, but with the elimination of everything wrong with the world— including violence, sickness, and death. It will be paradise.The post Who Told You That? The Saved Go To Heaven first appeared on Living Hope.

Craig Okpala

Message from Cam Potts on October 12, 2025

Send us a textWhat does it really mean to have living hope? In this episode of Viewpoints, Pastor John and Worship Pastor Jordan talk about how our hope must be rooted in something that cannot fail — Christ Himself. From the story of the Three Little Pigs to the truths of 1 Peter, they explore why so many people build their lives on things that won't last and how to cling to the unshakable hope of Jesus.Whether you're struggling to find peace, searching for purpose, or just need a reminder of God's faithfulness, this conversation will point you back to the foundation that never fades — our Living Hope.

God is love. God is good. His ways are higher.In this message from The Rock series, Pastor Bill shares three powerful truths that build our faith and trust in God—even through life's storms. When we build our lives on Jesus, the solid rock, we can stand firm no matter what comes our way.#GodIsGood #Faith #LivingHopeChurch #TheRockSeriesWelcome to Living Hope Church! These podcasts are our weekly Sunday sermons. We hope you enjoy them.

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The common view of hell is that it is a place of separation from God where the unrighteous suffer eternal conscious torment (ECT) in a fire with no relief and no hope of escape. Problem 1: ECT contradicts scriptures that speak of the destruction of the wicked, including Gen 3:19-23; Ps 1:6; 37:9-11, 20-22, 28-29, 34, 37-38; 92:7; 145:20; Prov 2:21-22; 12:7; 24:10-20; Is 66:15-16, 23-24; Mal 4:1-3; Mat 3:11-12; 7:13-14; 10:28; Jn 3:16; 5:28-29; Rom 6:23; 2 Thes 1:6-9; Heb 10:26-27; 2 Pet 2:6, 12-13; 3:7. Problem 2: ECT violates the ethic of proportional justice. Torturing the wicked forever is out of proportion to their crimes. Since we know that Yahweh judges with righteousness and equity (Ps 9:7-8), he cannot also be excessive in his punishment. Problem 3: ECT implies that God is cruel. If you had a friend who was so sensitive and offendable that he wished to punish his enemies by tormenting them forever, what would that tell you about his character? God is not sadistic; he is loving, gracious, merciful, and just (Ex 34:6-7; Deut 32:4; Jer 9:24). When the day of judgement comes, the dead will rise and stand before the judge (Rev 20:11-15). Those not in the book of life will be annihilated. In Rev 20:10 (and 14:9-11) John saw a vision of people getting eternally tormented in a lake of fire. In Rev 21:7-8, we learn that the symbol of people getting tormented in a lake of fire actually refers to “the second death.”The post Who Told You That? Hell Is a Place of Eternal Torture first appeared on Living Hope.

Message from Cam Potts on October 5, 2025