People of Hope Church: Recent Episodes
People of Hope Church -- Murfreesboro, TN
There is never a moment when anything on planet earth goes rogue. There is never a moment when God is powerless or helpless, saying, "I wish I could do something, but this is beyond me." Nothing is beyond God--and that includes Covid-19. In this week's teaching, Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us to see the opportunities for Christians in this crisis moment.
In the conclusion of this series, Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about the darkness of anxiety and our hope in God. Recent tragedies from tornadoes and growing concern about the Coronavirus has dialed-up anxiety for many people. The Bible gives us a promise as we carry our concerns to the One who loves us and has the power to do anything.
We all need encouragement from time to time as we deal with various levels of fear. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches through Psalm 33, leading us to trade fear for hope in God.
Siege warfare first image mentioned in the teaching.
Siege warfare second image mentioned in the teaching.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches through biblical purposes for our lives--to lead us away from stress and living overwhelmed--toward the freedom and joy made possible by Christ.
Plate-Spinning image mentioned in the teaching.
Jesus cares about every aspect of our lives--including the stewardship of the good desires he put into us. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from Matthew 5:27-30 on how we are to live with the temptation of lust.
Jesus cares about every aspect of our lives--including our physical intimacy in marriage. Marital joy is the opposite of committing adultery. Pastor Kyle Dunn reminds us through teaching on the Sermon on the Mount that the marriage commitment is a covenant around God's kindness. Through marriage, God has provided a person for you to know intimately.
Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us through Jesus' teaching on the poison of hateful anger in our hearts. This teaching from the Sermon on the Mount reminds us how much God loves all people. It also invites us to put down trying to be religious, so we can pick up genuine change and growth in our hearts.
Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us through a miraculous moment in the Book of Acts--teaching about trusting God through tough times and hard days.
In the second part of this series, Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us to celebrate Jesus as our ultimate Way Maker. Hope for forgiveness, for becoming right with God--rests in the loving work Jesus accomplished through the cross and the empty tomb. This teaching launches in the book of John, then unpacks a section of Romans 5. Be encouraged. When you were helpless in sin, God showed his love by giving Jesus to make a way for you to be saved.
Our God can make a way when there seems to be no way. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches through one of the Old Testament's greatest moments--encouraging us to trust God.
Here's some hope and inspiration for the new new year and new decade! Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us to avoid drifting into dangerous places or isolation--by making the most of the anchors God has given us.
Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us to peace and comfort as we celebrate Christmas. In Jesus, the favor of God has been poured out on the whole world!
Christmas--like all times of the year--is a great opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus. Pastor Kyle Dunn leads us to be ready to mature through this season that includes trials, tests, and temptations.
Four Aspects of Discipleship
The Christmas season at People of Hope begins with this teaching on the humble birth of Jesus. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about trusting God when life takes a turn from our plans.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about Jesus--the fulfillment of every promise and our way to be made right with God.
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues the series through the Sermon on the Mount--with teaching on the opportunities and obligations we have to shine the light of hope for those around us. *** Apologies for the audio difficulties.
Jesus expects us to influence and impact the people around us. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the Sermon on the Mount on the importance of not losing our saltiness.
Salt Crystals on the Shore of the Dead Sea
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the Sermon on the Mount about how Jesus wants us to view and respond to suffering for our faith. We endure mistreatment on earth--clinging to the hope of heaven.
In the church and in our homes, Jesus expects us to step into conflict and make peace. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the Sermon on the Mount--leading us to see how God values those who make every effort to make peace.
God cares about your family relationships. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on how new life in Christ and applying God's grace can make marriage better.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on how applying grace can make our family relationships better.
When the road forks, when the options appear equal, when fear and stress overwhelm your ability to decide--seek the peace of God. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on following and trusting God for your future.
This week's teaching from the Sermon on the Mount looks at the challenging call to live with a pure heart. Blessed are those with unmixed affection for Jesus and those with unqualified devotion to His word and His ways. [Teaching from Pastor Kyle Dunn]
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues our series through the Sermon on the Mount. This week, the focus is on mercy in the Bible--learning what it is to receive it and to give it.
BJJ Hold - Guillotine
BJJ Hold - Triangle
How We See Mercy in the Scriptures
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the meaning of righteousness and how Jesus is to be praised for enabling our right-standing and right-living with God. Hunger and thirst for these--and you will be satisfied.
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues teaching through the Sermon on the Mount. Meekness is strength under control. It is gentleness, not weakness. Jesus wants us to live as humble people--ready to be led as we use our strength.
Accelerator & Brake
Bit & Bridle
For all who mourn--do not despair. Death is not final. Sin does not win. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from Jesus' sermon on the mount.
Definitions of Mourning and Comfort
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from Matthew 5:3, unpacking why Jesus says it is blessed to be poor in spirit.
This is the second part of a two-week series about the heart and mission of People of Hope Church. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from Psalm 1 on the delight of serving--inviting people to become HopeBuilders.
Image of table mentioned toward the end of the teaching.
Every disciple needs a church home. Pastor Kyle Dunn begins a two-part series on the concept of "church" -- what it means to be a true biblical community of faith and life together. This series looks at the heart and culture of People of Hope Church.
Church Identity Statements (mentioned in the teaching)
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches the final message in our summer series on the attributes of God. The focus is on the glory of God and what it means to live a life that glorifies him. (Apologies for the distorted audio.)
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues our series on God's attributes with teaching on the amazing love of God.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the holiness of God in part seven of our summer series on God's attributes.
The Good Towel
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues our summer series on the attributes of God with teaching on God's omniscience. God is all-knowing. You are not forgotten. He sees you.
Pastor Kyle's definition of omniscience
Quote on omniscience by A.W. Tozer
Quote on omniscience by Wayne Grudem
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues our summer series on the attributes of God with teaching on the Trinity--our God is three in one.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the goodness and faithfulness of God at a special outdoor gathering for People of Hope Church.
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues the series on the Attributes of God. This week the focus is on God's justice and God's mercy--and how both of these come together in the Cross of Christ.
Justice Defined
Difference Between Grace and Mercy
God's Mercy (Baker Biblical Encyclopedia)
A.W. Tozer Quote
Four Ways God's Justice and Mercy Impact Our Every Day
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on God's sovereignty, providence, and omnipotence. Because our God is free and unlimited in His supremacy, we can hope and rest and trust for all things in life.
Link to the I Am Second video featuring Ainsley Earhardt--played during the teaching.
What is Sovereignty slide mentioned in the teaching.
What is Providence slide mentioned in the teaching.
Application Points
Pastor Kyle Dunn begins a series on the attributes of God--leading us to marvel at God's nature and character. This teaching looks at three attributes as well as the impact a high view of God can have on our daily lives. God is not only big, He is big enough for whatever is going on in our world.
Cathedral Exterior (mentioned in the teaching)
Cathedral Interior (mentioned in the teaching)
Outline Part A
Outline Part B
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from what Jesus says is the greatest commandment. God gave you a brain and He wants you to love Him with it. Not to impress, or measure-up, or do your duty—but to love Him.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on radical grace as the foundation for how we do life together in the church. All of us are going to blow it. Shame on us if our friends we do church with aren't absolutely certain of our grace-based reaction to their messy lives.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the Great Commandment as the foundation for better relationships. We are at our best for each other when we are fully devoted to Jesus.
Teaching Points
God cares about your relationships at home, work, and school. Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the power of relational repentance to strengthen or repair all of our relationships.
Definitions and teaching points.
Pastor Kyle Dunn begins a teaching series on biblical ingredients we can add into our relationships at home, work, and school--taking those relationships from just okay to amazing.
References to God is Compassionate
Image of Four Main Teaching Points
Image of Vanilla Beans
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the resurrection of Jesus and how it changes life for us all.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the book of John about the events surrounding Palm Sunday. Jesus is our salvation--eager and able to deal with our present and eternal needs.
First image of the Triumphal Entry mentioned. (artist unknown)
Second image of the Triumphal Entry mentioned. (artist unknown)
When you're not sure what's around the corner and it all seems out of your hands, Pastor Kyle Dunn inspires and equips us for trusting God.
Names of God (mentioned in the teaching)
Modeling-clay cup and pitcher (mentioned in the teaching)
People of Hope Church
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues this series on discipleship with practical help for starting or revitalizing a devotional habit.
Elements of a Devotional Moment (mentioned in the teaching)
Helpful online resources for feeding yourself (mentioned in the teaching)
Screenshot 1 from Life Application Study Bible (Zondervan)
Screenshot 2 from Life Application Study Bible (Zondervan)
Discipline Equals Freedom by Jocko Willink
Quote from Pastor Kyle for sharing
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about devotion to Jesus flowing out of our new identity, unbelievable access, gracious rescue. We are not religious--we do not clock-in or clock-out.
Image of faith spectrum -- mentioned in the teaching.
Image of spectrum descriptors -- mentioned in the teaching.
Image of full time devotion instead of compartments -- mentioned in the teaching.
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Pastor Kyle Dunn begins this series with an overview of discipleship and the all-important first step of faith.
CLICK HERE to see the images mentioned in the teaching.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the life of Joseph about godly responses to betrayal, mistreatment, or injustice.
Pastor Kyle Dunn offers hope for shame, regret, and failure in light of God's forgiveness and grace.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches five things from chapter three that will help us break free from sin.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the second chapter of Colossians--highlighting Christ's victory over sin and our freedom in Him.
Here is a link to the cycle image referenced in the teaching.
Pastor Kyle Dunn begins a teaching series in the Book of Colossians.
Here is a link to the chart mentioned in the teaching.
For bonus material from chapter one, visit the People of Hope Church Youtube Channel.
Pastor Kyle Dunn concludes the Christmas series with teaching about the birth of Jesus and a gift box no one wants to open.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about hoping in God even after you've prayed and waited for a very long time.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from the Book of Ezra about gratitude to God for His power and mercy.
Pastor Kyle Dunn continues a teaching series about God making something beautiful about of our broken lives--welding us together in Christ. Today's teaching focuses on the radical grace of God.
Pastor Kyle Dunn begins a new teaching series about God's work of making something beautiful out of our broken lives--welding us together in Christ. This teaching is an encouragement to those beaten-up by life and a challenge to the Church.
Pastor Kyle Dunn provides practical teaching for discernment in a God-honoring decision-making process.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about God's will--as he continues a series on a fear-free process for making decisions that honor God.
Pastor Kyle Dunn begins a new teaching series about searching for God's will in decision-making for work, school, love, and all of life.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches from Matthew--about Jesus and His love for people--and the call to partner with God in the work of the Gospel.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches about romance in marriage as a partnership with God to undo the effects of sin.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches on the beauty and power of community in the life of every follower of Jesus.
Pastor Kyle Dunn teaches through a dramatic moment of grace in the relationship between Jesus and the apostle Peter.