Inspire Hope: Recent Episodes
Inspire Hope
Welcome to the Inspire Hope podcast where we’re planting hope for Kingdom growth. There's nothing more inspiring than God being at work in people's lives through their stories.
Do you have a story that will inspire others? We'd love to hear it! Write us at inspirehopepodcast@gmail.com.
I am married to Jacob Walda and we labour together to see Canada saved and Canadian Christians empowered to live bold and truth-filled lives! I am a missionary to Kinngait, Nunavut in the Arctic, a Pastor at Riverside Community Church in Frankford, and a co-host on The Timothy Podcast! I am passionate about the Gospel being understood in all its riches!
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Join the Community🌐 Website: https://samuelbernard.orgSubscribe to the Channel: https://shorturl.at/cY87DInspire Hope Podcast: https://rb.gy/nuyxk7SPIRITUAL WARFARE: Warrior in Training Bible Study: https://samuelbernard.orgSustaining Hope Book: https://rb.gy/c9jv6n Samuel Bernard (aka Sammy) is originally from Haiti, where he grew up practicing voodoo with his mother and was rejected by his father before birth. He survived the devastating 2010 earthquake in Haiti, which claimed over 300,000 lives. Sammy is a graduate of Millar College of the Bible with a Bachelor’s degree in biblical studies and holds a Master of Divinity (M.Div) from the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary. He is married to Leah, and together, they have three beautiful children.
Mike has been married to his beautiful with Marie-Eve for 21 years and they have 2 teenage sons. They spent 11 years serving as missionaries in South Africa, and now have the privilege of leading a church plant in Southern Manitoba.
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Hey there! I’m Rob Haslam, originally from the sunny shores of Gibraltar, but I grew up in the chilly (but wonderful) cities of Winnipeg and Steinbach. I'm now the Lead Pastor at Pathway Community Church.
I'm passionate about helping everyone understand the Bible and grow to be more like Jesus. When I'm not at church, you'll probably find me outside BBQing, getting lost in a book, or tinkering away in my woodworking shop. I'm a loud and friendly guy who's absolutely crazy about my amazing wife, Janet, and our kids. Oh, and I can’t resist a good dad joke—or a conspiracy story, though I promise I don’t get too caught up in them! Life is an adventure, and I'm loving every minute of it with my family, my faith, and a good plate of BBQ!
If you’re in the Winkler area, we’d love for you to join us at pathway church https://www.pathwaycc.net/. Come experience uplifting worship, Bible-centered teaching, and a caring community that feels like family.
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In John 4, we find Jesus taking a surprising route—through Samaria—to meet a woman everyone else had rejected. But every step Jesus took was intentional. This wasn't a coincidence. This was a divine appointment.Like Travis Greene sings, “All things are working for my good, because He’s intentional.”Jesus didn’t avoid Samaria—He purposely went there. He didn’t ignore the woman—He saw her, knew her past, and offered her living water.This is the heart of our Savior: purposeful, loving, and full of grace. He goes out of His way to reach the broken, the rejected, and the forgotten. Is there someone in your life you think is beyond God’s reach? Or maybe… that someone is you?This video is a reminder: no one is too far gone. Jesus sees you. He knows your story. And He’s still offering living water.🕊️ Watch now and be reminded that our God is not random—He is intentional.
Adam Shepski is a missionary and the founder and Executive Director of the non-profit organization Disciple a City. He desires to pioneer and build sustainable ministry structures that catalyze revival and mission.Adam and his wife Melissa worked for Youth for Christ in local, national and international roles for 15 years. While Adam was developing prayer and evangelism strategies for Youth for Christ globally, he discovered that only 10% of Canadian believers had shared the Gospel once in the past six months. Seeing that the Canadian church was wrestling with how to engage and fulfill the Great Commission, Adam pulled from his global experience in leadership, fundraising and innovation with Youth For Christ to create and develop Disciple a City. Disciple a City is a non-profit organization that trains churches, organizations and individuals with simple tools to share the Gospel and disciple new believers. Adam and Melissa have also founded the national strategy, Every Disciple Sent, as a multi-organization initiative to ignite mission, share Jesus, and multiply hope in Canada. Adam is ordained with Anchor Ministerial Fellowship and believes the future of the Canadian church hinges on the equipping and sending of every believer. Adam is also the author of Untamed Obedience, a book illustrating the need for missional obedience. Adam, Melissa and their sons currently live in Peterborough County.
For more information about Adam and his ministry: discipleacity.ca
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God has given you a story—one marked by His miraculous power and grace. Remember, your story is ultimately His story. And when you share it, God uses it to inspire, encourage, and transform the lives of others.
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Hearing God’s voice can feel confusing—especially when well-meaning Christian clichés like “God opens and closes doors” or “follow your heart” don’t seem to line up with your reality or with Scripture. In fact, the Bible tells us that “the heart is deceitful above all things.” So how do you really know when God is speaking?
In this episode, we dive into the noise and nuance of discerning God’s voice—especially in seasons of testing, grief, or spiritual fog. When your thoughts feel louder than His voice, and the chaos around you is overwhelming, where can you turn?
Join us for a conversation packed with practical wisdom and spiritual insight. You’ll discover:
- How to recognize when God is speaking
- Where to look for warning signs and red flags
- How to follow His lead in both clarity and confusion
- And how to deepen your trust in Him and His Word
If you've ever wrestled with knowing God’s direction, this episode is for you.
God has given you a story—one marked by His miraculous power and grace. Remember, your story is ultimately His story. And when you share it, God uses it to inspire, encourage, and transform the lives of others.
We’d love to hear your story! Email us at inspirehopepodcast@gmail.com Please share our podcast with your family and friends, and leave us a review. We greatly appreciate your support!
At 17, he was a wild teenager on the run in a stolen car—until one unexpected moment changed everything. In this powerful episode, you’ll hear how a mysterious book in the glove compartment introduced him to Jesus and set him on a path of radical transformation. From that divine encounter, his life took a 180-degree turn: 7 years in camp ministry, worship leading across 3 countries, youth pastoring a school of 850 students, serving as a national spokesman for World Vision, a global missionary with I Am Second and now president of Equip Canada. This is a raw and hope-filled story of grace, redemption, and purpose you don’t want to miss.
Reach out to Danny: Email: president@equipcanada.org
Equip Canada: https://www.equipcanada.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danny_mackay/
God has given you a story—one marked by His miraculous power and grace. Remember, your story is ultimately His story. And when you share it, God uses it to inspire, encourage, and transform the lives of others.
We’d love to hear your story! Email us at inspirehopepodcast@gmail.com Please share our podcast with your family and friends, and leave us a review. We greatly appreciate your support!
Have you ever lifted your hands in worship but felt nothing inside—like your soul was on airplane mode? You love God, but you're tired. The joy you once had now feels like a burden. If that sounds like you, this episode is for you.
In today’s conversation, we’re diving deep into spiritual burnout—what it is, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to recover. We’ll explore the silent signs of burnout, what causes it (hello, performance Christianity), and how to rediscover soul-deep rest in Jesus.
Discover:
- Why burnout doesn’t mean your faith is fake
- The warning signs your soul might be running on 1%
- How Sabbath is more than a day off—it’s a weapon against spiritual exhaustion
- 5 steps to reconnect with God and refill your spirit
Featured Quotes:
- “You can’t pour living water from a dry cup.”
- “Jesus withdrew often—not because He was weak, but because He was wise.”
- “The enemy wants to make you busy. God wants to make you still.”
Key Scripture:
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." – Matthew 11:28
Whether you’re in ministry, parenting, leadership, or just trying to stay faithful—this episode is an invitation to slow down and return to the One who restores your soul.
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Struggling to stay consistent in reading your Bible? You’re not alone—and there’s hope. In this inspiring episode, podcast host and Bible teacher Michelle Nezat shares how worship music became a powerful gateway to Scripture in her spiritual journey.
Michelle sits down with Rachel to explore how lyrics rooted in truth can stir our hearts and lead us back to the Word—even when daily Bible reading feels like a challenge. Whether you’re a music lover, a busy believer, or someone looking to deepen your time with God, this conversation will uplift and equip you.
👉 Discover practical ways to connect with God through music
👉 Learn how worship songs can help you memorize and meditate on Scripture
👉 Be encouraged to build a rhythm of daily devotion—even if you’re starting small
🎧 Tune in now and reignite your love for both worship and the Word!
For more about Michelle's ministry and to get the bonus, click here: https://michellenezat.com/unlock
Someone has hurt you, and the wound still stings. Maybe it’s betrayal, loss, or deep disappointment—and it’s left you carrying pain that feels too heavy to let go. But what if healing is closer than you think?
In this powerful Easter episode, we dive into the heart of reconciliation—how God, through Jesus, didn’t just make peace possible… He made it personal. If you're longing to feel joy again, to love freely, and to walk in true peace, this message is for you.
It’s time to stop living wounded and start living free.
Come discover how the resurrection opened the door to your healing and wholeness.
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What do you do when you don’t know what to do? In 2 Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat faced an impossible battle, but instead of panicking, he turned to prayer, fasting, and praise. His story reveals a powerful truth: worship is a weapon.
In this episode, we unpack how praise shifts our focus from fear to faith, invites God’s presence into our battles, and leads to supernatural victory. If you’re facing overwhelming circumstances, this message will remind you to keep your eyes on God, just like Jehoshaphat did.
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Don’t fight your battles alone—praise your way to victory!
👉 Listen now and discover the power of praise!
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You're navigating the uncharted waters of life with an extremely premature baby while trying to heal from an infection yourself. This wasn't the way you pictured your first born baby's birth story to go. For a person who strives for control and organization, how do you handle your world suddenly thrown into chaos? Join us for today's episode to hear how God worked through this mother's story to bring about great change, and to trust He can do the same for you, too!
Jessi Morgan's Bio:
Jessi Morgan is a faith-driven content creator, podcast host, and lifestyle enthusiast based in Miami, Florida. She is the voice behind The Jessi Morgan Devotions for the Christian Heart Podcast, a series of heartfelt devotionals designed to inspire others to trust God through life’s unexpected challenges. Jessi’s journey of faith deepened after giving birth to her daughter, at just 23 weeks—a moment that brought uncertainty but revealed God’s miraculous hand as her baby defied the odds and survived. Follow @jessimorganlife.
Jessi’s professional background includes a remarkable career in retail leadership at Macy’s, where she worked at the #1 and #3 stores in the company. She managed over 100 team members at a time and celebrated countless promotions but ultimately chose to leave for a better work-life balance and to start a family. This lead her to venture into a new career path as she was hired by a major tech company, that allows her to work remotely, pursue her passion for podcasting, and be a present mom.
A former track and field sprinter for the University of Alabama, Jessi applies the discipline and perseverance she learned on the track to her content and faith journey. She also shares home decor, renovation ideas, and lifestyle content on Instagram (@jessimorganhome), blending her creative passions
with her mission to glorify God in everyday life.
Jessi has been married to her husband, Keston, for six wonderful years and describes him as her greatest
blessing. When she’s not podcasting, creating, or working, Jessi loves spending time with her family &
friends, sharing home decor updates, working out and spending time studying the Word.
All of these topics are discussed in today's episode! Tune in to hear how Jessi navigates her full schedule while depending on God to guide and strengthen her in every day life.
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You've been there. Trouble is rolling down the tracks full steam ahead at you. There's no way to dodge it. Anxiety is at an all-time high. How are you going to survive it?Debbie felt this way as a financial "freight train" was coming hard and fast at her and her family. In complete desperation, she cried out to God for His help. Are you feeling the weight of inflation and financial pressures mounting? Are you dealing with a health crisis or other situation that feels unbearable? Find out what Debbie prayed and how God answered her, gleaning hope and deliverance for you, too!Click the links below to follow Debbie DeVries Ministry, Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/debbiedevriesministry?mibextid=ZbWKwLEmail: debbiedevriesministry@gmail.comDo you have a question or story to share with us? We'd love to hear it! Email us at inspirehopepodcast@gmail.com.Please share our podcast with your family and friends, and leave us a review. We want God's work to get glory and impact lives for Him!
Do you picture Jesus as a meek and mild little baby in a manger? A loving sacrifice on the cross? Or as the King who is coming again?
On today's episode, Sammy and Rachel help us look at the King who was, who is, and who is to come from the beginning of time, to the end of it all as we await the second coming of the King of all Kings and the Lord of all Lords.
Are you ready for His return?
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Our culture has many varying and loud ideas about beauty and what we need to do to keep ourselves looking young. We all struggle with comparison to some degree. Today's episode brings refreshing insight into enjoying simple ways to highlight the beauty God has given us.
Jill Swanson is a Christian image and color consultant. She enjoys helping women feel good about themselves and the way God created them – inside and out. But she didn't always feel that way about herself. It took years of working through a birth defect that threatened her life many times to learn to appreciate the beauty God's given her and all of us from the inside and out.
To explore all the great things Jill has to offer, visit https://www.jillswanson.com/. Listen to the end of today's episode to receive a discount, too!
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Many of us have no idea the magnitude of sacrifice our soldiers, veterans, and their families have given for the freedom we have in this country. Unless you’re in community with a military family, it’s hard to connect the stories you hear of war overseas and the movies you’ve watched with the reality of life for soldiers and their loved ones. Debbie knows all too personally the cost of war. On September 11, 2001, she had a son in the U.S. Navy (Soon to become a Navy Seal at the time), one in the Marines, and another in the Army.
Then, on August 2, 2006, she would become a “Gold Star Mom” when her son, Marc Lee, was killed in combat in Iraq. We encourage you to listen to this episode for a few reasons:
1) You’re inspired by hearing stories of God at work in people’s lives
2) You’d like to understand more of how to trust the Lord when your world feels shattered
3) You have a love for military families and desire to know ways you can support them
4) You’re a veteran or Gold Star family member looking for an understanding community to be a part of and/or you’ve suffered PTSD from the war and are desperate to find healing
Needless to say, you’re not going to want to miss this episode! Everyone can benefit from it.
If you’re interested in supporting America’s Mighty Warriors or are in need of help, please visit their website: America's Mighty Warriors – Pass on the kindness, the love, the precious gift of life.
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Has God ever called you to a task that made you feel completely inadequate? The truth is, God isn’t looking for your ability—He’s looking for your availability. Join us as we explore how God equips those who answer His call, no matter how unprepared they might feel.
Many of us are in what feels like the busiest season of our lives. When we think we’re at our max capacity, God can have the tendency to ask us to do something more or different that pushes us past what we think are our limits. This can tempt us to fear. Fear the weight of the responsibility. Fear the trek into the unknowns. Fear of the people we’re called to serve. But God. He is with us wherever we go.
When we look at the assignment from God’s perspective instead of our own, we have the strength and power to forge ahead with joy and expectation of what He’s going to do next.
Listen to this episode and learn how the Lord can change your mindset to help you not only survive through the assignment, but even rise above it!
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"With complete certainty, we can say that our marriage and our family would not be here if it weren't for the gospel. Learning the story of the Cross and the Empty Tomb through the lens of the Old Testament stories helped us understand the Gospel. It had the power to change our lives and save our marriage, and it did!"
Rob and Janette vulnerably share their challenges growing up to show you the power of the Gospel at work in their lives and help you see it's possible for you too!
Their stories are much like many of ours. See what aspect you can relate to and find hope and encouragement!
Do you have a question or story to share with us? We’d love to hear it! Email us at inspirehopepodcast@gmail.com. Find us on Youtube: https://rebrand.ly/v57yoxc
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"With complete certainty, we can say that our marriage and our family would not be here if it weren't for the gospel. Learning the story of the Cross and the Empty Tomb through the lens of the Old Testament stories helped us understand the Gospel. It had the power to change our lives and save our marriage, and it did!"
Rob and Ginnette vulnerably share their challenges growing up to show you the power of the Gospel at work in their lives and help you see it's possible for you too!
Their stories are much like many of ours. See what aspect you can relate to and find hope and encouragement!
Do you have a question or story to share with us? We’d love to hear it! Email us at inspirehopepodcast@gmail.com.
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Have you given a gift to someone you thought he might like but didn't find out until later the significance it held for him? Have you received such a gift?
Anna wrote her father a letter when he was 65 years old. On this episode, find out what happened to it, the significance it held for a number of people, and how God used it to propel Anna into her successful writing ministry!
Award-winning author Anna Moore Bradfield has been spinning tales, exaggerating the truth, and flat-out lying almost as long as she could talk. Nowadays, she calls it fiction. She has contributed devotionals to The Secret Place, written articles for West Michigan Christian News, and was a regular contributor to the Norton-Lakeshore Examiner. She also enjoyed collaborating on anthologies The Transformation Project and Anchor in the Storm.
With her debut novel Legacy, Anna is thrilled to be the 2022 first-place recipient of the OASIS Awards sponsored by The Well Conference for Creatives. Legacy represents book one of a planned four-book series called The Lambswool Chronicles.
As one reader describes her work: "Anna’s writing makes you want to grab onto something and hang on for dear life. You can hardly wait to turn the page to find out what happens next."
Anna came to know Christ as her savior at a very early age. He has been her guiding light through the most tumultuous years of her life. She gives all praise to God for any successes she might realize on this writing journey.
If you want to know more about Anna's next book and be among the first to receive exciting news, updates, and insider story secrets, join her online community at https://www.annamoorebradfield.com.
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Do you understand who you are in Christ; not just in mind but also in heart? Do you know how God sees you? Which voice are you listening to? Fear? Shame? Truth? Did you know that fear and shame are not in you? They are their own voices who taunt you to believe the enemy's lies. Sammy and Rachel expose the lies, refute with truth, and help empower you to speak the voice of truth over you!
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Moms, are you in the middle of the chaos with your kids? Do you feel overwhelmed, having a difficult time keeping up with the demanding routines of your household? Do you have days where you're "tapped out?" Are the voices in your head telling you, you're a bad mom?
Tess can relate! She's a mom to eight boys and has lived in the chaos for years! Tune in to today's episode to gain Biblical insight and encouragement for this "freakshow" life.
Tess is on mission to help other women with messy stories shed their shame by teaching them who they are in Christ so they can embrace the power of God in their imperfect lives too.
To learn more about Tess and her ministry, click on the links below:
Purchase Links: Listen, Sister!: Finding Hope In The Freakshow Of Life, Book by Tess Scott (Paperback) | www.chapters.indigo.ca
Website: Listen Sister! Finding Hope in the Freak Show of Life (tessscott.com)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/listensistertessscott
Insta: Listen Sister Encouragement (@listensister_encouragement) • Instagram photos and videos
Linked In Tess Scott | LinkedIn
Free PDF 10 signs your life is a Freakshow: https://tessscott.com/freakshow
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Are you on team Rachel, seeing Doubting Thomas as more of a negative response to Jesus, or team Sammy, seeing it as a positive?
Would you consider yourself a "Doubting Thomas," a Denying Peter, or a Courageous John?
In today's special Easter episode, Sammy and Rachel take a look at Jesus' response to the disciples after His resurrection.
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You've felt the yoyo effect of business and finances. For a time you were doing really well and making great gains, but the next thing you know, you're handing the keys of your house and car over to the bank. How do you navigate the shame and embarrassment of perceived failure?
You were pursuing education for the job you've always dreamed of doing, but it wasn't going as you had planned. Now, not only have you quit school, your wedding engagement is called off, and church and family relationships are struggling. How do you know what to do next?
Many of these scenarios are quite common. Either yourself or someone you know has/is working through them. Each of these causes you to test your faith. This was the case for Andrena Sawyer. Tune into today's episode as she shares with Rachel how she learned to cling to God, surrender her plans, and instead, embrace the ones He had for her, along the surprises and blessings she experienced from Him because of it.
To contact and/or follow Andrena, here are her links:
https://www.mcwen.org/team-coverage
https://www.perkconsulting.net/
or on socials @andrena_sawyer
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Tune into a fascinating, hard, and eye-opening conversation as Sammy interviews Carl Teichrib about his book, "Games of Gods, The Temple of Man in the Age of Re-Enchantment."
They dive into discussions on climate change, what the enemy looks like in various cultures, and how we as Christians can have Gospel conversations in places that might make us feel uncomfortable, but open doors to people hearing about Jesus who may never have before.
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Christmas can be a blessing or a challenge depending on your circumstances. But there's one thing that can make it special regardless. There's a gift available to you that can change your difficulties and make them beautiful.
Would you like a special gift this Christmas? If so, tune into this episode to hear what it is and how it has impacted both of our hosts!
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Christmas is approaching and we are aware that many struggle with this holiday for various kinds of sorrows and expectations not feeling like they're being met. Some are grieving the loss of a loved one, a broken relationship, or even the lack of one.
Singleness is obviously hard at Christmastime as family and friends gather to celebrate and share memories of the year. This is no exception for Christians either.
Is it possible to have peace and joy while being single?
Rachel asks Natalie hard questions about this topic in today's episode, and Natalie courageously shares the struggle in this, as well as offers solid encouragement and advise to those who empathize with her.
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God has so graciously allowed the world the opportunity to join together with His people, the Israelites, to be one family, to those who accept Jesus' gift of salvation.
As we discovered last month, we also are united together as one army under the Lord of Armies. He's given us Holy Spirit to counsel and defend us, His heavenly army to fight alongside us, as well as our brothers and sisters on earth.
One of the most vital things to protect in this family is our unity. The Devil works hard to create division among us, so that we won't be Christ's example of hope, light, or love to this hurting world.
When we become aware of this, we can make, "every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." Ephesians 4:3
When we do keep the unity, God does mighty work through His body of believers, joining the gifts He has given us to be the whole representation of Jesus to the world.
Learn together with Sammy and Rachel as we discuss the need for unity, and the power it can have, within and through the family of God!
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There are a lot of correlations between military and Christian life. As a military wife of fourteen and a half years, Kalyn has experienced countless moments where the two have connected.
If you love a good military homecoming story, hearing the behind the scenes of what military life is like, or want to find out ways to support soldiers and veterans, this is your episode.
With Remembrance and Veterans Day tomorrow, Kalyn and Rachel also talk about ways you can support both current and retired soldiers.
Thank you to every Air Force, Army, Marine, National Guard, Navy, Reservist, Chaplain, and Veteran who is and/or has served your country, and thank you to each of your family members as well. We truly appreciate the sacrifices you make every day for your country and our freedom.
“May the Lord bless you and protect you;
may the Lord make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you;
may the Lord look with favor on you
and give you peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26
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God is so good, isn't He?! He cares deeply about you! So much so, that He created you in His image.
It can be difficult to remember this when going through trials or attacks from the enemy. Weariness sets in and the weight of your circumstances has a tendency of clouding out God's truth.
So, in His grace and love, He's given you an army to fight for you because He knows you can't do it on your own. God Himself is the Commander! If we were to ask you, do you know who else is on your team?
Discover who's on your team and the amazing work they're doing behind the scenes for you.
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Does everyone around you think you've got everything together, but deep down you feel like you're falling apart?
Have you or are you addicted to any kind of substances? Drugs, alcohol, sex, eating disorders, etc. to feel satisfied, but nothing seems to relieve the pain or satisfy you're longing?
Melanie courageously shares a piece of her story with you and gives excellent suggestions of what you can do to get out of the pit and find abundant life again! It is possible. You're not lost of too far broken.
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When your back is against the wall and you feel alone, God's strength will help you out.
When you feel like everything has been lost, God's strength will provide.
When you're in a heavy season, God's strength will help you endure.
But how? How to you identify and trust in God's strength instead of your own? How do you look for it in times of weakness? Is there something you can do to learn this now, in order to be prepared later?
Sammy and Rachel explain this using Biblical and personal examples to help you understand the power of God's strength for you!
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Do you wonder what impact you're making on your children's and/or grandchildren's lives? Do you question whether your mentoring is really bringing value to those you're discipling?
God most often uses you in your seasons of suffering to see where He's working and how you can be an effective instrument for Him and His work. No matter where you're at in life right now, find out the incredible opportunities God has for you, even when it seems impossible.
Today's episode features a woman who has greatly impacted both Sammy and Rachel's lives for Christ. Find out her background story and how the Lord continues to teach her deeper things, stretch her faith, and reach those for Christ in simple, sacrificial, and yet powerful ways.
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Do you know there's a war taking place you cannot see, and that you've actually been a part of it?
Spiritual warfare is something a lot of us in North America fear talking about. We want to avoid the topic because if we're ignorant about it, we can pretend it doesn't exist, right?
We want to challenge you about that thought. You can experience great victory when you understand that every physical battle and suffering you face in this life is part of a greater spiritual war at work. We don't deny that the enemy is powerful, but we serve a God that is far greater than Satan and any of his team.
In this episode, Sammy and Rachel explain spiritual warfare from North American and Caribbean understandings.
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This episode is loaded with goodies you're not going to want to miss!
Join us in celebrating season one as Sammy and Rachel recap some highlights from the year and discover the powerful topic they'll be digging into for season two!
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We'll see you in August for season two! Have a great summer!
This is a special episode for Father's Day at Inspire Hope Podcast. We would love to know what being a father means to you?
Thank you to Elvis for sharing the lessons he's learned about parenting his sons, and how to guide them best towards their relationship with Jesus.
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Why do you pray? Can you really hear from God? How would you describe your prayer life? Do you enjoy communicating with God or does it feel awkward to you? Are you nervous to pray out loud? Is there power in prayer?
These are all common questions. In this exciting episode, Sammy and Rachel explore the importance of prayer and the power it holds for your life!
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Do you, like many others, struggle to read your Bible every day?
Do you find your reading to get dry at times?
Why do you think that is?
Tune in to find out the reasons why many of us have a hard time reading the Bible, gain strategies to help you get into God's Word every day, and keep it fresh.
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This is a special episode for Mother's Day at Inspire Hope Podcast. We would love to know what being a mom means to you?
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Jesus called us to, "Go and make disciples," in Matthew 28:19. Why would He do that? What did that mean? What does it look like to be a disciple today?
Considering this is a command from Jesus, there is great importance for us to live this out. But it doesn't need to be intimidating. Listen in as Rachel and Sammy explore what the Bible has to say about this, and explain ways that you can do it too.
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Tess Scott is a Christian speaker, an award-winning author, and a black sheep turned “Jesus Girl.” With humour and vulnerability, this Canadian mom of eight is on mission to encourage other women with messy stories that they are not alone. She has lived through multiple divorces, married her husband twice and raised a whole brood of boys which only goes to prove God is full of grace and mercy.
Tess is on mission to help other women with messy stories shed their shame by teaching them who they are in Christ so they can embrace the power of God in their imperfect lives too.
To learn more about Tess and her ministry, click on the links below:
Purchase Links: Listen, Sister!: Finding Hope In The Freakshow Of Life, Book by Tess Scott (Paperback) | www.chapters.indigo.ca
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We had a listener respond to our United Front episode with this question, "Should a wife submit to her husband?" Tune in to hear Sammy and Rachel's thoughts on this according to Ephesians 5.
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Are you despairing where you're at in life at the moment? Have you experienced an unplanned pregnancy? A move to a new city? An unexpected career change? Are you stuck in the mundane waiting for something exciting to happen?
What if you looked at your past. You might discover that God has you right where He wants you, and that there are beautiful moments taking place in front of you that you've been missing this whole time.
Listen to Anna's story and how by looking back, she was able to say, "But God knew better."
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God called Dr. Matthew Rowley to move his family across country to further his schooling. But, no matter how many offers he and his wife submitted, they couldn't find a place to live. Their time to move was approaching. They had run out of money. What were they going to do next?
Are you in a situation like this? You've received word from the Lord to do something but the pieces of the puzzle aren't fitting together? What are you supposed to do? Listen to today's podcast episode to find out!
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Have you thought much about your spouse with Valentine's Day approaching? It's a great time to do a marriage check-up.
How has your communication been lately?
Have you enjoyed his/her company, or been more on edge?
Are you still doing the things you enjoyed together while you were dating?
Tune into today's episode for tips on how to get back to a united front in your marriage! Sammy and Rachel discuss blessings and challenges they've had in their marriages, explore Scripture together, and help you apply these lessons to your life too.
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Brennan and Rhonda Catteni shared this story of leading their church with the focus of Missional Communities in Episode 14. What is it? How is it different from the standard North American church? Sammy and Rachel share their reactions and insights to this idea. Tune into today's episode to hear how you can take this idea and apply it to your life too.
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In this episode Brennan and Rhonda Cattani share some of the journey that God brought them on as he prepared them to plant a church in a core neighbourhood in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Their discovery was not groundbreaking, but it certainly was life-changing; the discovery that all of life is church and church is all of life.
From this point, they began to see that a Community of Faith needs to operate within three concentric circles to actually live out the great commission, making disciples. It needs to be life on life, life in community, life on mission together.
Listen to today's episode to understand what this means and how it can impact your life with Jesus too.
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Have you ever felt worthless? Unwanted? You know your past better than anyone. Why would God want to use a broken person like you? Have you questioned if God could ever use you to do anything important for Him? You're not alone in those thoughts.
However, today's story will prove you wrong. Find out how special you are and the ways God can interrupt your quiet life to bring His message of hope to others.
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Did you grow up in the church and in a Christian home, but have walked away from your faith and never looked back? Do you feel you are too far gone? Do you think God could never use you because of all the mistakes you’ve made?
Janise Somer was a pastor’s daughter, attended Sunday School and youth group, sang in the church choir, went to Bible college, married a Christian, and even worked on staff at a large church in Calgary. But things changed when her husband of 18 years left her with two little girls under the age of 7. She felt abandoned by her husband, the church, and by God. She found herself bitter and angry and began partying and looking for acceptance and validation in all the wrong places. In her rebellion against God, she even re-married and got divorced … again!
In this podcast, Janise will talk about the mess she made of her life, but how God didn’t forget about her and how he is now fulfilling the promise in her life, “He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it.”
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Today we remember and honour our soldiers who have sacrificed their lives or a part of their lives in service to our country so that we might continue to live in freedom. They protect our families, our values, and safety. Thank you to all active service members, reservists, and veterans. Thank you as well to all of the families and friends who support the soldiers as well.
We appreciate the peace we can have because of the price our brave men and women have paid for our freedom. We understand war does immense damage and that soldiers more often than not are greatly affected by this. Today, we want to remind you that there's always hope! Someone understands the price you've paid and how to heal your deeply marked wounds. Listen to the episode to find out more.
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The Devil can be sneaky. He has a way of manipulating truth to convince you parts of the Bible don't apply to you, both good and hard. How do you recognize his voice apart from God's? Can you have victory over the enemy? Hear what lie Rachel didn't know she was believing until it was exposed. We pray her story will help you find truth and freedom in yours too.
"I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly, see, I do not keep my mouth closed as You know, LORD. I did not hide Your righteousness in my heart; I spoke about Your faithfulness and salvation; I did not conceal Your constant love and truth from the great assembly." - Psalm 40:9-10 (HCSB)
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God cares about every single detail of your life. As the old saying goes, "When one door closes, another opens." Kelvin and his wife, Lorie, were faced with the deep grief of a miscarriage and loss of another friend on April 16, 2005. As they were working through their sorrow, the Lord showed up with a miraculous and perfectly timed gift exactly one year later, on Easter, April 16, 2006. Tune in to find out what happened!
Kelvin Thiessen is the Director of Admissions at Millar College of the Bible in Pambrun, SK. He is married to Lorie and they have four children, John Calvin, Janessa, David, and Caleb. He spent his childhood in Roseau River, Manitoba, the youngest child of John and Rose Thiessen. Kelvin enjoys reading, cheering for the Riders (be kind it’s been a rough year), and traveling to new places during his time off. During the summer he loves to take a week to share the good news at Bible Camp. He appreciates the words that John Newton is quoted as saying, “I am a great sinner, But Christ is a Great Saviour!”
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Brad and his sister Marcia were close as kids. As they grew older, God led each of them into Christian service. This meant they lived far from one another and led busy lives which made it difficult to stay connected. Despite this, every time they were together, they were able to pick up where they left off. In the midst of raising four adopted children and supporting her husband in pastoral ministry, Marcia was diagnosed with cancer. The following years were deeply painful and tragic as Marcia fought to live but ultimately lost the battle to cancer.
In this episode, Marcia's brother Brad shares about his family's journey to Marcia's funeral and how God's provisions along the way provided not only evidence of His goodness in an hour of darkness, but hope as he continued to process a complicated grief afterwards.
Are you on a journey with tragedy and grief that feels complicated? Do you struggle to reconcile the truths of who you believe God to be with your life's experience? As you listen to this episode, consider what evidence of God's goodness He has provided in your life which has carried you through your own sorrows.
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Are you stuck in an uncomfortable situation that you want out of, but God doesn't seem to be giving you any direction? Are you looking for work without any results? Are you tired of being sick with no end in sight? Have you been grieving a loss of something and the emotions aren't letting up?
Waiting on God can be very challenging. However, it's in the waiting that you learn so much about Him. This in turn become an anchor for you to hold onto until the Lord is ready to reveal your next steps.
Listen in as Sammy and Rachel share what they've learned in their seasons of waiting.
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Jamie lived a pretty good life from the perspective of those around him. He was happily married, had three sons, and a reputable career in law enforcement. But something always seemed to be missing. Discontentment grew until he found himself at the brink of death. Jamie had fractured his ankle which led to a pulminary embolism that almost took his life. With a long recovery ahead of him, and plenty of time to sit and think, Jamie faced the reality of where his life was headed. What would he do?
Jamie is husband to Brenda, father to three adult sons, and grandfather to 12 amazing grandchildren. He is retired from 40 years of law enforcement. He is passionate about the things of God and facilitating the ongoing transformation of both mind and heart in Christian men seeking a deeper understanding of what the Bible teaches us. He holds a BA Degree from the University of Waterloo, a Graduate Certificate of Theological Studies from Heritage Theological Seminary and is currently enrolled in the C. S. Lewis Institute 2022-2023 Fellows Program. He is the Chair of the Board of Impactus I Promise Keepers Canada and active in his local church.
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How exciting! You've just had a baby! You should be thrilled right? Reality is, many women struggle with hormonal imbalances and exhaustion after a baby is born. When other situations life situations hit, it can be way more overwhelming than normal. What do you do when you should be enjoying this stage of life but it's a challenge to get out of bed and face another day?
The enemy tries to create a stronghold of shame around the idea of post-partum depression. He is a joy stealer. However, by the power of God's word, His community, and the right support, you can overcome it and find peace and joy again.
Bethany blesses us with her story of staying committed to Christ in spite of the weight that post-partum held on her. She shared with others in her time of need, was courageous in seeking help, and is now a light and gift to many others as she coaches people in how to have a God-honouring, disciplined, and healthy life.
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There is a cost to following Jesus, but God is always faithful to provide. That’s something David witnessed growing up. Most recently, with the current health and political climate, David came to learn this lesson again. He was pastoring a small rural church in Manitoba when, after studying the Bible, he became convinced that the church must gather in person. At that point, he had to decide what to do – either go along with the leadership or stand upon his biblical conviction. Listen to today’s episode to hear what David did and how God provided.
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Julie's life was turned upside down at the young age of 27. A month after she married her best friend, Julie got in a serious bicycle accident. She was admitted to the hospital for emergency open head surgery. After many tests, she received the diagnosis that she had suffered brain damage, and was sent to a rehabilitation program. She was told that her life would never be the same again. This left her facing an unknown future; her dreams and hopes shattered.
Now, almost 24 years of living with this disability, hear how God has saved Julie's life in so many ways, and how her life is full of joy and hope!
Rachel was in her young twenties when she flew to Haiti. She knew she had an interest in mission work, but was unsure where her future was headed. Her parents were recently divorced, she had left school, and was feeling lost. Until God showed up in one simple moment and gave her a profound vision for her future. She desired to see God's plans accomplished, but felt lost in the pursuit of it when every attempt failed. It wasn't until years later that she would discover the purpose in the waiting and where her true calling resided. Are you struggling to find your way with Jesus? Is there an idea He's given you, but you're not sure where to start? Perhaps you've had it for years but aren't seeing any results. Let today's episode inspire you on your pursuit of, Character or Calling.
Sammy adored his sister. They were like 'two peas in a pod'. Growing up in Haiti had its challenges, which bonded them deeply as they learned to support one another in all they faced. An opportunity came for Marie to move to the United States, and Sammy received a scholarship to attend a Bible college in Canada. Though miles apart, they continued to grow their relationship through technology.
Marie was enjoying life's beautiful gifts of a year long marriage and tiny baby when she received devastating news. She had stage 4 cancer with a few short months to live. Sammy did whatever he could to help her and take in every moment he could before she passed. Marie left Sammy with a freeing message before she passed. Listen to today's podcast to hear Marie's words of truth.
Are you or someone you know going through the grief of losing a loved one? Do you know someone fighting for their life? Are you confused and questioning how a good God could allow such tragedy to happen? Be sure to tune in today!
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