Hope Church Sunday Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The vision of Hope is to grow a relational, functional, Spirit-filled family that will provide a living demonstration of the Kingdom of God. So it's our hope that you find the tools and resources provided on this podcast to help you and your family do just that.
In this message on parables, Pastor Steve focuses on the parable of the talents and the concept of eternal rewards. It emphasizes the importance of faithful stewardship and the evaluation of one's life in light of eternity. You will be challenged to live a life that matters for eternity and to surrender to the will of God.
Takeaways
- Faithful stewardship is evaluated in light of eternity
- Eternal rewards are a reflection of one's love for Jesus
- Living a life that matters for eternity is a choice and a surrender to God's will
Chapters
- 00:00 The Parable of the Talents
- 05:56 The Purpose of Parables
- 09:27 The Olivet Discourse
- 11:00 Living Between Two Realities
- 13:12 The Judgment Seat of Christ
- 29:26 Eternal Rewards
- 32:33 The Life of William Borden
Recorded Live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
parables #talents #eternity #whatmatters #significance #Jesus
In this message, Diego shares on spiritual warfare and the significance of the armor of God. He explores Paul's imprisonment and how it became a mission field, emphasizing the strength of Christ and the need for Christians to be equipped with spiritual armor. The message looks into the spiritual warfare and the armor of God, emphasizing the importance of understanding the real enemy and the need to stand firm in Christ.
Takeaways
- The strength of Christ is the foundation of our spiritual strength.
- Paul's imprisonment became a mission field, highlighting the transformative power of perspective.
- The need for spiritual armor is essential for all Christians, regardless of their role or position. Understanding the real enemy is crucial for discerning the spirit and not condemning the person.
- The whole armor of God provides the strength and protection needed to stand firm in Christ and engage in spiritual warfare.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
ephesians #armor #enemy #preparation #spiritualwarfare #battle #spirit #mind #heart #emotions #standing #sitwalkstand
In this message, Pastor Mark looks at the themes of submission, sacrifice, and honor in relationships, focusing on marriage, family dynamics, parenting, and work. In Ephesians, we see the importance of mutual respect and the role of each individual in fostering healthy and loving relationships.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
ephesians #marriage #family #work #submission #honor #value #relationships
Pastor Diego speaks from Ephesians 5, exploring the vision of imitating Christ. In this message, we look at living in the light, being filled with the Spirit, and walking circumspectly. The chapter concludes with a focus on addressing one another and submitting to Christ.
Takeaways
- Imitating God and walking in love
- Living in the light and being filled with the Spirit
- Addressing one another and submitting to Christ
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
In Part 7 of the Ephesians series, Pastor Steve focuses on the renewal of the mind and the transformation of behavior in light of Christian identity. In this message, he emphasizes the importance of aligning one's thinking with the truth of Christ and living out that truth in everyday life.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Pastor Aaron teaches from Ephesians 4, focusing on the call to maturity within the body of Christ, emphasizing the equipping of saints for ministry and the importance of humility, patience, and love. It explores the purpose of leadership and the atmosphere of love that should permeate the new humanity in Christ.
Takeaways
- Maturity in the body of Christ
- Equipping saints for ministry
Chapters
- 00:00 The Call to Maturity
- 05:24 Sitting, Walking, and Standing
- 34:15 The Purpose of Leadership
- 46:23 The Atmosphere of Love
Recorded Live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
In this message, Pastor Josh continues to preach from Ephesians, exploring of the wisdom of God and the church's role in displaying this wisdom to the world and the spiritual realm. Here we see the significance of the church in God's eternal plan and a call to live out the wisdom of God in everyday life. The conversation concludes with a powerful prayer for the church, invoking the fullness of God's presence and power.
Pastor Josh shares a message about the dwelling place of God, the unity of the church, and practical instructions for unity. He emphasizes the importance of humility, gentleness, patience, and maintaining the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Takeaways
- 08:48 The Dwelling Place of God
- 26:03 The Unity of the Church
- 39:44 Practical Instructions for Unity
In this message, Pastor Gary speaks about the Spirit of God's communication with believers and offers a panoramic view of the Book of Ephesians. He shares on the concept of being sealed with the Holy Spirit, the significance of mercy and grace. From the resurrection of Christ, our operating orders must be from heaven's point of view. God has given us power in Jesus' name through His Holy Spirit to exercise God's will on earth. In this talk, we look at the workmanship of God, the dispensing of gifts and callings, and the act of resigning as chairman of the board of your life.
Takeaways
- The importance of understanding the communication of the Spirit of God
- The significance of exercising God's will on earth
Chapters
- 00:00 The Spirit of God's Communication
- 05:10 The Book of Ephesians: A Panoramic View
- 10:38 The Resurrection of Christ
- 18:45 Exercising Heaven's Will on Earth
- 25:31 The Dispensing of Gifts and Callings
- 45:00 Resigning as Chairman of the Board
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
ephesians #God'sWill #communication #letGod #gifts #perspective
Pastor Josh delves deeper into the book of Ephesians, exploring the blessings of God, the riches of Christ, and the prayer for revelation. It emphasizes the importance of the spirit of wisdom and revelation, the power of revelation, and the hope of His calling.
In Ephesians, we explore the links with Isaiah 11, the return of Jesus and new creation and the inheritance we have through Christ.
Takeaways
- The importance of knowing the hope to which we are called
- The transformative power of revelation and the spirit of wisdom The future hope of Isaiah 11 points to the return of Jesus and new creation.
- Understanding the purpose of God's kingdom and the riches of His glorious inheritance is essential for living.
- The immeasurable greatness of His power is available to believers and is a source of victory and hope.
This message was recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
ephesians #inheritance #kingdomofGod #revelation #victory #perspective
In this message, Pastor Josh delves into the introduction to the book of Ephesians, emphasizing the importance of clarity and the need for a relationship with Christ and foundational rooting in the Word of God. It then explores the concept of sitting, walking, and standing in Christ, followed by an in-depth discussion of the blessings of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This message concludes with a focus on resting in Christ's finished work and the freedom it brings.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to the Book of Ephesians
- 08:32 Sitting, Walking, and Standing in Christ
- 17:04 Blessings of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
- 43:13 Resting in Christ's Finished Work
Recorded Live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
Ephesians #lifeinChrist #perspective #seated #sitwalkstand #forHisGlory #Christ #realLife
In this message, Pastor Gary delves into the revelation from the book of Isaiah 66, emphasizing God's perspective on the house built for Him and His joy in the humble. It explores the story of King David, the power of repentance, and the parable of the prodigal sons, highlighting the father's love and acceptance. The indwelling power of the Holy Spirit and the call to surrender and submit to God's leading is explored.
Takeaways
- God's joy is found in the humble and contrite heart.
- God desires us to live submitted to His direction.
- Forgiveness and empowered transformation happen as we humble ourselves in service to Him.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Revelation of Isaiah
- 06:54 The Story of King David
- 23:20 The Parable of the Prodigal Sons
- 31:14 The Father's Love and Acceptance
- 39:50 The Indwelling Power of the Holy Spirit
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
humility #pride #brokenness #God #forgiveness #joy #isaiah #david #repent #humble #heart
In this message, Pastor Aaron explores the plan for family discipleship, emphasizing the importance of cultivating a heart that loves Jesus, teaching children diligently, and shaping the community around us. It highlights the three circles of concentration: self, home, and community, and the significance of love and obedience in forming a strong relationship with God.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Plan for Family Discipleship
- 08:29 The Three Circles of Concentration
- 23:24 Teaching Children Diligently
- 37:25 Shaping the Community
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
discipleship #growth #change #health #family #insideout #heart #home #community #deuteronomy
In this message, Pastor Josh delves into the Spirit-empowered life, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in empowering new creation life. It explores the person and power of the Holy Spirit, highlighting the command to be continually filled with the Spirit as a transformative process.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
HolySpirit #HolyGhost #power #empoweredlife #newlife #transformation #living
In this message, Pastor Steve explores the significance of communion as a participatory and experiential encounter with the living God. It emphasizes the importance of approaching the table with reverence and understanding the weight of the sacrifice of Jesus.
Takeaways
- Communion is a participatory and experiential encounter with the living God.
- Approaching the communion table with reverence and understanding the weight of the sacrifice of Jesus is essential.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
- 05:13 The Importance of Sacraments
- 11:19 The Shift in Approach to Communion
- 23:49 The Mysterious Presence of God at the Table
- 30:40 The Warning and the Holy Ground
- 36:08 Approaching the Table with Reverence
- 41:57 The Weight of the Sacrifice
- 47:38 The Declaration and Proclamation
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
communion #table #breadandwine
Pastor Diego's message focuses on the new birth spoken of in the third chapter of the gospel of John. It emphasizes the need for a new birth, the process of being born again, and the evidence of being born again. If you've had questions about what it means to be born again or how to know if you've been born again, this message is helpful.
Takeaways
- New birth is essential
- The evidence of being born again is seen in a transformed life
Chapters
- 00:00 The Need for a New Birth
- 18:49 The Assurance of Being Born Again
Recorded Live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
bornagain #saved #newbirth #jesus #gospel #faithquestions #questionsaboutGod #john316 #salvation
In this message, Charity delves into the power of song, highlighting its significance as a formative act and a divine command. She explores the impact of singing on memory and emotions, emphasizing the role of singing in connecting with eternal truths and fostering unity. During the message, she shares on the importance of incorporating singing as a personal spiritual discipline and the theological significance of singing as a form of worship.
Takeaways
- Singing as a Spiritual Discipline
- The Impact of Singing on your mind and spirit.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
song #spiritualdiscipline #sing #music #soul #listen #habits #transformation #memory #memorizeScripture #scripture #psalms #worship
In this message, Pastor Josh delves into the profound impact of the resurrection of Jesus and its ongoing reality in the lives of believers. He challenges believers to shift from celebrating the resurrection as a day to recognizing the person of resurrection, Jesus himself. As a believer, you have been given a new creation identity. The importance of dying to the old self and living from a new identity is paramount. We are not to be defined by feelings.
Takeaways
- The resurrection of Jesus is not just a historical event but an ongoing reality in the lives of believers.
- New creation identity brings a transformation that liberates individuals from the old self and empowers them to live from a new identity.
- One's identity is not defined by their feelings, struggles, or past, but by the truth of their new creation identity in Christ.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Reality of Resurrection
- 09:34 Dying to the Old, Living to the New
- 45:12 You Are Not What You Feel
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
Transformation #Change #Believer #NewIdentity #NewLife #OngoingWork #Sanctification #DieToOldThings #NewSelf #New
In this message, Pastor Josh visits the central theme of the resurrection of Jesus Christ and its transformative impact on all aspects of life. The power of God brings newness of life and the promise of God is to make all things new. The chapters explore the significance of the resurrection, the hope of heaven, and the invitation to receive Jesus for a new life.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Resurrection of Jesus Christ
- 09:55 The Transformative Work of God
- 15:49 The Promise of New Creation
- 38:11 The Invitation to Receive Jesus
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
Easter #Resurrection #Life #New #Hope #LeaveThePast #Power
Throughout the Bible, we see "The Name of The Lord" spoken of. Promises, prophecies and commands are laid out in connection to the Lord's name. What is "The Name of the Lord" and what is God's main message when it comes to revealing His name?
In this message, Mark works through scripture from the beginning of recorded time to the writings of the New Testament showing the importance and the power of the Name of the Lord.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
TheName #YHVH #YHWH #Yahweh #Jesus #Hosanna #PalmSunday #Salvation #Garden #Mystery
What is shaping you? In this message, Pastor Gary encourages listeners to let the Word of God shape them. When we designate time every day for reading and thinking on scripture, it changes us. It tells us what is normal, gives us peace and correction, and it helps us to distinguish between the swarming messages of the world and the words of life that come from God.
Recorded live on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
hope #transformation #word #Bible #scripture #reading #culture #brain #mindwork #mindset
What allows us to live in peace in the midst of hard times? A genuine faith in Christ and His work will use times of suffering to produce characteristics to strengthen us. God is working through believers to endure and to produce genuine, lasting faith. In this message, Pastor Josh encourages us to make sure our faith is deep in Christ. The difference between those who make it to the end is not in the size of the storm, but in the foundation of their life.
Recorded live March 15th, 2026 at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
peace #hope #hardtimes #endure #faith #faithfulness #trials #finishedWork
In this message, Pastor Josh lays out the expectation that in this life, pain, suffering and hardship will come. However, the question that rests before believers is this: who is your faith in and will you endure? There is a real danger of unbelief that works through the trials of life. If not dealt with, this unbelief can destroy believers.
This message encourages and challenges believers to guard your heart and root yourself fully in the truth of Jesus Christ.
Recorded March 8th, 2026 at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
faith #endurance #unbelief #doubt #trial #pain #reward #heart
In this message, Diego works through the ideas of our love for God and our love for people. How is your heart posture when it comes to loving, caring and serving others with compassion? When Jesus met with Peter after resurrection, he commanded him to "Feed my sheep". Wherever you are coming from, if we are walking with Christ, we are called to participate with the harvest and care for people around us.
Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
feedmysheep #hope #diego #compassion #heartofGod #care #myhopelive #healed #community
What occupies your time? What is your attention focused on? In this episode, guest speaker Pastor Tom Deuschle speaks about the presence of God and the value that it holds in our life. Throughout the message, Pastor Tom walks through principles to point us toward the most important focus for our lives.
We’re living in a time of change, and something is stirring in our world and in the hearts of God’s people. In this message, "A Sea Change", Pastor Gary shares how the Spirit of God is moving in powerful ways, bringing clarity where there once was confusion and boldness where there once was fear. The tides are shifting, and the Lord is preparing His people for what’s ahead.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it really mean to live as Kingdom people in a world that often walks in darkness? In Matthew 5, Jesus calls us the salt of the earth and the light of the world—His standard-bearers of truth and hope. When God’s people show up and live counter to the culture around them, society is preserved, lives are changed, and the Kingdom of God is revealed. There is an invitation for us to embrace our identity, stand firm in God’s Word, and bring impact in every layer of life.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
The way of Jesus is the way of life, but it will cost us everything. In this Sunday's message, "The Cost of Discipleship", Pastor Diego challenges us to live a life that chooses surrender over self and obedience over comfort, just as Jesus did. When we lay down our own desires, we discover our true identity in Christ, and find the deepest comfort and a reward that cannot be lost.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In this Sunday’s message, “It’s Harvest Time,” Pastor Josh walks us through John 4, where Jesus meets a Samaritan woman and reveals God’s heart to reach people right where they are. The life-changing power of Christ is a free gift, and He leans into our brokenness to lead us to truth. Jesus did not come to shame; He came to claim, inviting us into honesty that leads to surrender and freedom. Our response to the revelation of who He is becomes the key to transformation. Now is the time to step into the harvest and share the good news of Jesus with the world.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
God’s heart beats for the harvest, both in the world and right here in our city. In Matthew 9, Jesus saw the crowds and was moved with compassion, and He calls us to carry that same heart. Compassion is more than a feeling; it leads us to action and often opens the door for the miraculous. The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Will we be the ones who pray, who go, and who carry God’s heart into the field? This is an invitation to let God change our hearts so we can see His Spirit move in power.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
God often answers prayers by sending people, and He’s gifted each of us to play a part in His plan. In this Sunday's message, "I Got a Guy for That", Drew Williams unpacks the story of Nehemiah and the call to lead with faith and courage. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12 and Romans 12, he shows how every believer has unique gifts and a role to play in God’s kingdom. There is an invitation to embrace the gift of leadership, lead with zeal, and face challenges with faith.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
God has placed gifts inside of you, and He’s calling you to steward them well. In this Sunday's message, "Fan Into Flame", Pastor Diego challenges us to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit and available to share God’s heart with those around us. The gifts are His, but He entrusts them to us, often reminding us through the relationships He places in our lives. We are priests, called to keep the fire burning in our hearts.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it mean to be a prophetic church? This Sunday, Steve Williams shared how God is shaping us to be a people who hear His voice and reveal His heart wherever we go.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Josh continued the conversation on spiritual gifts, unpacking what it means to “earnestly desire” them. We believe these gifts are still active today and vital to our mission as a church. From prophecy to serving, every gift matters and plays a unique role in strengthening the Body of Christ. Scripture calls us to pursue the gifts eagerly, not for our own recognition but for the building up of others. The Holy Spirit determines the gifts, but we are called to desire them. Without love as our foundation, the very gifts meant to edify the church can become empty displays. Through it all, love remains the “more excellent way” that gives every gift its true meaning.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Equip Night: Work as WorshipDiscover how your everyday work, whether in an office, classroom, home, or job site, can become an act of worship as you live out your faith and join God in His kingdom purposes.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Do you realize the spiritual gifts you’ve been given are meant to serve others? In this Sunday's message, "Given to Give: The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts", Pastor Josh unpacked 1 Corinthians 12 and helped us understand how the Holy Spirit has uniquely equipped every believer to build up the body of Christ and carry out His mission. The same Holy Spirit who empowered Jesus equips us to walk in His power and grace daily. When we operate in these gifts, God’s love flows freely through His church.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, in his message “Surrendered to the Father, Empowered by the Spirit,” Pastor Josh unpacks how Jesus came to be both our Savior and our example. He lived a life fully surrendered to the Father and empowered by the Holy Spirit, showing us what it means to depend on God in every moment. As those who love and follow Him, we are called to live lives empowered by the Holy Spirit, marked by surrender, obedience, and His transforming power.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it really mean to walk with God? In this message, Pastor Gary reminds us that the life we’re called to is one of relationship—moving with God, not ahead of Him or behind. It’s not about going through the motions or settling for empty religion, but about living in step with the Spirit. Walking with God means cultivating a life of prayer, communion, and conversation with Him. There’s more for us when we learn to walk at His pace and follow where He’s going.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it mean to be blessed when following Jesus costs you something? In his message, "Blessed are the Persecuted", Pastor Steve walks us through Matthew 5:10–12 and the bigger story of Scripture to show how persecution is not the end. It’s a sign of our deep connection to Christ and His Church. When we suffer for righteousness, we are not alone. We are part of a legacy of faith that reveals Jesus to the world. Be encouraged—your endurance has eternal significance, and your story is tied to the victory of the Lord.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What if the biggest shift in your life starts with the way you think? In this message, "The Renewed Mind", Pastor Diego unpacks the transformative power of renewing your mind, a process that is empowered by the Holy Spirit and rooted in truth. Because God is better than we think, He invites us to think differently and align our minds with His goodness and purpose. True transformation doesn’t come from changed emotions alone, but from exchanging old beliefs for new ones that reflect who we are in Christ. As 2 Timothy 1:7 reminds us, your mind matters to God, and it is worth renewing.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What if every decision you make is shaping the destiny God designed for you? In his message, "Chasing Destiny", Pastor Gary unpacks how we each have a unique, God-given destiny—and how God wants to be part of that process. Every choice gives birth to something, and He’s working within us to develop the wisdom and maturity we need to walk in His purpose. When we trust Him with the process, we begin to live in the fullness of the future He’s planned.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Josh brought a powerful word in his message, “The Promise Still Stands.” What if we truly believed that the same Spirit who filled the early church is still available to us today? As we reflect on the power of Pentecost, we’re reminded that apart from Jesus and the Holy Spirit, we can do nothing. Just as Jesus lived in total dependence on the Father, we’re invited to live the same way. He ascended so the Spirit could come, giving us continual access to His presence and power. This is an invitation to live with dependence, hunger, and a deep desire for more of God.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Josh dives into Galatians in his message, "The Life that Bears Fruit", showing us that a transformed life doesn’t come from striving; it comes from surrender. When we walk by the Spirit instead of the flesh and stay connected to Jesus, the Vine, we begin to bear the kind of fruit only He can produce. The works of the flesh point to us, but the fruit of the Spirit points to Him. A life that bears fruit is the evidence of a life shaped by His presence.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In this Sunday's message, "Closing Doors", Pastor Kristi equips and encourages us to shut down every access point the enemy uses to steal, kill, and destroy. From lies we’ve believed to sin we’ve tolerated, this message is a wake-up call to take back ground and walk in complete freedom. We have the authority in Christ to resist the enemy and stand strong in obedience. The freedom Jesus offers isn’t partial—it’s complete. Be encouraged, and ask the Holy Spirit: What door do I need to close today?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Do you know who you really are in Christ? In this Sunday's message, "The Real You is the New You", Pastor Josh unpacks the powerful truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17—that if anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation. God is good, His Word is true, and it’s in His Word that we discover both who He is and who we truly are. Our identity is no longer shaped by our past, but defined by what God declares is true. In Christ, the real you is made new.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What would change if you saw your work as a place of worship and communion with God?This Sunday in his sermon, "A Biblical Theology of Work", Pastor Diego unpacked what Scripture says about how God designed us for work—not as a burden, but as a way to reflect His nature and walk closely with Him. When we invite Him into our work, we discover that He is with us in everything: what we do, where we do it, and who we do it with. As we do all things unto Him, our work becomes an offering—an act of worship and connection. We don’t have to separate our faith from our work—God wants to meet us right there.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it look like to live sober minded and presence centered in a world full of noise and distraction? In this message, Pastor Steve unpacks Psalm 27 and the kind of life that flows from covenantal intimacy with God—a life where His presence is the goal, the anchor, and the reward. David stands as a powerful example of someone who pursued God with a whole heart, but this invitation is for all of us: to lay down our lives, allow the Lord to reset our hearts, and return to what truly fulfills. When we live with clear minds and centered hearts, we’re freed to love fully and walk in the reverence and beauty of a life wholly for Him.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In this Sunday’s message, "Freedom Through Forgiveness", Pastor Josh shared how the power to forgive flows from the staggering truth that Jesus paid the ultimate price to cancel our debt. Because we’ve been forgiven so completely, we’re compelled to live with tender hearts—ready to release others as we’ve been released. The revelation of what Jesus has done for us softens our hearts and leads us into the kind of forgiveness that brings true freedom.Who might Jesus be inviting you to release today?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What do you do when offense finds its way into your heart? In his message, "Freedom from Offense", Pastor Josh challenged us to reflect on how we respond in those moments. Left unchecked, offense can lead to bitterness and deception, distorting our relationships and our perspective. We were reminded that it’s our responsibility to guard our hearts, stay tender toward one another, and choose to see both people and God through the lens of truth. Real freedom comes when we fix our eyes on Jesus and the cross—our unchanging standard in a world of shifting emotions and opinions.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Who reigns in your life? This Sunday, in his message "Who Reigns?", Drew Williams unpacks how sin and death enslave us through lies, shame, and broken cycles — and how serving sin allows death to rule over us. But Jesus came to break the power of sin and death once and for all. When we let Christ reign, His truth sets us free from the lies that keep us bound, and we step into true freedom, grace, and righteousness. This message is an invitation to let Him reign fully in our lives — and to allow Him to receive His full reward in us.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What if death isn’t the end, but just the beginning?In his Easter message, "The Resurrection Changes Everything", Pastor Josh unpacks how Jesus’ resurrection rewrites every story. He is alive, He is worthy, and His victory over the grave changes everything—past, present, and future. Jesus has broken the chains of fear, conquered the grave, and promised that what God did in Him, He will do in all creation. He is not only alive—He is the Resurrection, and His empty tomb is the promise that death doesn’t get the final word.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Gary took us into "The Most Revolutionary Dinner Conversation Ever"—a deep dive into the Passover meal and the Last Supper. We saw how Jesus not only fulfilled the meaning of Passover but also transformed it, inviting us into a new kind of life shaped by His love and sacrifice. As He washed the disciples’ feet, Jesus modeled humility, service, and a love that is thorough and complete. He came to incorporate us into His story, to renew our minds, and to teach us to take God at His word. Through this meal, He showed us a new way to live—marked by grace, transformation, and belonging.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Is He at the center? In this Sunday's message, "The Table of Abiding," Pastor Josh invited us to respond to Jesus’ invitation to draw near and abide. Abiding is a life fueled by hunger for more of Him, knowing that apart from Him, we can do nothing. His Word promises that when we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. He’s knocking on our hearts, and the choice is ours—will we draw near and let Him capture our hearts? Will we abide and make Him the center of everything?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Steve spoke on "Travailing Prayer," and the Lord cracked us open. Travailing prayer is about moving beyond a casual interest in God into an authentic, relentless hunger for more of Him. It’s an invitation to make real adjustments in our lives — to align with what God is doing right now. There’s a grace available to go deeper, but the way forward isn’t through performance or striving — it’s through prayer. Not the polished, rehearsed kind, but a raw, desperate cry for more of His presence and power. Are we willing to accept His invitation and be truly awakened?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What if you’re not just called — but chosen for something greater?This Sunday, Pastor Josh shared his message, "A Royal Priesthood: Built Together, Set Apart," unpacking how 1 Peter 2 reveals our true identity as living stones, being built into a spiritual house for God's glory. We aren't meant to blend in — we are a royal priesthood, set apart to minister to God, offer our lives as sacrifices, and proclaim who He is to the world. This isn't just a title — it's a calling to live radically different, reflecting Jesus in everything we do.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
God has blessed us abundantly—not just to receive, but to give. This Sunday, Pastor Gary reminded us of this simple yet powerful truth: as His sons and daughters, we are called to say “YES!” to using the gifts, resources, and calling He has placed inside of us. Whether it’s praying for healing, sharing the gospel, or serving in the local church, we are meant to pour out what He has poured into us. God never runs out, and when we step into His plan, we live from inheritance, not limitation. How is God calling you to say yes and step into His purpose for your life?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What if greatness isn’t about power, success, or recognition, but about serving others? In this Sunday’s message, "Redefining Greatness: The Call to Serve," Pastor Josh unpacks how Jesus completely redefines greatness—turning the world’s standards upside down. True greatness, as Jesus teaches, is found in humility, sacrifice, and putting others first. He did not come to be served, but to serve—modeling a life where the way up is actually down. When we follow His example, we step into a greatness that isn’t about making ourselves known, but about making Him known through a life of love and service.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
No matter what we face, one truth remains—Jesus is near. In this Sunday's sermon, Jesus is Near, Pastor Josh unpacks Philippians 4:1-9, showing how the reality of His presence transforms our lives. Because He is with us, we can walk in unity, find joy in every season, experience lasting peace, and have a sound mind. When challenges arise and life feels uncertain, we don’t have to be shaken—He is our strength and sustainer. His nearness empowers us to live with confidence, anchored in the truth of His unchanging presence.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In a world full of distractions and demands, Jesus invites us into a life of singular focus—being with Him. In this Sunday's sermon, "Being with Jesus: One Thing", Pastor Diego shares how God's presence is not just the source of life and salvation but the greatest reward of the gospel itself. Because of the cross, our highest privilege is to dwell with Him, both now and for eternity. In that truth, we find an invitation to realign our hearts toward the one thing that truly satisfies—being with Jesus.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, we were honored to hear from Pastor Tom Deuschle of Celebration Ministries in Harare, Zimbabwe. He shared an inspiring message on the vital role of discipleship—growing in our own faith while actively leading others to do the same.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What is love asking you for? In this Sunday's sermon, "When Love Asks for Everything", Pastor Josh leans into what the Lord has been pressing on our hearts–laying down whatever is holding us back when Jesus invites un into something new. True love–God's love–asks not for pieces of our hearts, but for all of us, a living sacrifice wholly devoted to Him. When Jesus reigns on the throne of our hearts, His kindness leads us to repentance, transforming our lived from the inside out. Love calls us to let go, to trust, and to step forwards in faith, knowing that what we release is nothing compared to what we gain in Him.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
The Word calls us to release anything that hinders our relationship with Jesus. In this Sunday's message, "Lose to Gain: The Beauty of Letting Go", Pastor Kristi unpacks the power of surrender and how letting go of what hold us back opens the door to deeper intimacy with the Father. When we choose to release the things that weigh us down, we create space for more of His presence, love, and transformation. He is always drawing us forward, inviting us to fix our eyes on Him rather than what is behind us. In Him, we find that nothing else can truly satisfy.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does the blood of Jesus say about your life? The blood of Abel cried out for justice and exposed sin, but the blood of Jesus speaks of mercy, forgiveness, and victory. In this Sunday's message, "The Blood Speaks", Pastor Diego unpacks the life-changing truth of Jesus' sacrifice–a truth that silences guilt and proclaims a better word over your life. In this truth, we rejoice in the blood that has paid our debt and speaks eternal life over us.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it mean to truly be a child of God? This week, we dive into the profound truth that God's discipline is not a sign of rejection but of His deep love and care for us. Explore how His guidance shapes our faith, refines our character, and secures our identity as His sons and daughters. Join us as we uncover why His correction is a gift and a mark of belonging to His family.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO
What does it take to run the race of faith with endurance? In Pastor Josh's message, Look to Jesus: The Keys to Enduring the Race, we’ll discover how fixing our eyes on Jesus stirs a hunger for God and empowers us to shed the weights and sins that hold us back. Drawing from Hebrews 12, this message reminds us of the freedom and joy that come from letting go of distractions to embrace a life fully surrendered to Him. Be encouraged to persevere and press forward, knowing that Jesus is both your strength and your ultimate prize.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Walking with God is the greatest miracle we can experience—an everyday journey shaped by His love, grace, and presence. God transforms our lives, guiding us through challenges and filling us with hope and purpose. Discover the beauty of a life lived in step with Him and how His power works in the ordinary and extraordinary moments. It’s a reminder that the greatest miracle is not just what God does for us but how He walks with us every step of the way.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Why did God choose to send His Son into the world as a baby? This Sunday, Pastor Diego explores the profound mystery and beauty of the incarnation—God becoming fully human in the person of Jesus. By entering the world as a baby, Jesus embraced every aspect of our humanity, experiencing the joys, struggles, and pains we face. Fully God and fully man, He bridges the gap between heaven and earth and intimately understands our experiences. His ultimate sacrifice on the cross becomes even more powerful in light of His shared humanity, transforming how we see God's grace and redemption.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
There is a powerful truth that God's hand is in every moment of your life. In the triumphs and the trials. In this Sunday's sermon, "God is Always Guiding the Story", Pastor Josh shares how the Lord's faithfulness weaves through every generation, proving no chapter of our story is without purpose. God is shaping our stories into testimonies of His grace. Be reminded that He is the author of your story, and His plans are always filled with hope, love, and redemption.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Steve dives into how Advent calls us to celebrate Jesus’ first coming and prepare our hearts for His second, living in hope and readiness. Advent invites us to reflect not only on the humble cradle in Bethlehem but also on the glorious clouds of Christ’s return. The manger reveals God’s intimate love, stepping into humanity’s story, while the clouds remind us to live in expectation of His triumphant return. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What happens when we truly devote ourselves to one another? In Sunday's message, "Devoted and Together", Pastor Josh unpacks the beauty and power of community and fellowship. When we gather as the church and give ourselves to each other, we step into the life Jesus intended for us—one of unity, purpose, and love. This message challenges us to live out our faith together, just as He designed.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What happens when God disrupts the way you see the world? Transformation begins. In Sunday's sermon, Prodigal Son(s), Pastor Gary unpacks the story of the Prodigal Son, revealing how God’s grace challenges our old paradigms and calls us to see with fresh, Kingdom-focused eyes. Whether you relate to the wandering son or the one who stayed, a soft heart ready to embrace His perspective becomes the doorway to renewal and true life change.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In a time when the spirit of deception weighs heavily on our world, it’s more important than ever to stand firm in truth. God’s heart for you is to live in clarity and strength, surrounded by people who encourage and keep you grounded. Today, Pastor Josh shows us how we can resist deception by staying focused on Jesus and choosing a life connected to a Christ-centered community. Proverbs 18:1 reminds us that isolation can lead us astray, but together, we find wisdom, accountability, and the courage to walk in truth. Embrace the power of community to live fully in God’s truth, anchored in His love and guided by His Spirit.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Just like a seed that must be buried to grow, our lives are meant to be planted by God. This Sunday, Drew Williams reminded us that being planted often means taking up our cross and letting go of our own desires. It can feel uncomfortable or even painful, as we surrender to what God wants for us. But it’s in this “burial” that we begin to find new life and purpose. This isn’t just a one-time choice; it’s an invitation to embrace a lifelong journey of following Christ and discovering the fruit He intends for us.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Josh delivered a message that reminds us that a life of following Jesus does not shield us from resistance or pressure. It calls us to embrace unwavering faith as we step into our identities as heirs to the Kingdom of Heaven and boldly confront the fear and darkness around us, proclaiming our devotion to The One. Through the blood of the Lamb, who has triumphed over death and the grave, we are empowered to live as over-comers. Let us live fully devoted to Him, shining our light even in the face of adversity.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
The vision of the Christian life is Jesus- He is everything. We were created to reflect His image, to grow into His likeness, and to follow in His footsteps. This Sunday, Pastor Josh's message emphasizes that our lives are not our own- it's not about us. It's about allowing Him to live in us and through us. Through His example, Jesus shows us what is means to truly live: a life fully laid down. We are called to this resurrected life, but first, we must die to ourselves to experience the fullness of true life in Him.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In a world full of distractions, it's easy to lose focus. But Jesus modeled a different way—He always saw the one in front of Him. Missions aren’t just about reaching the multitudes; they’re about refocusing our attention on Jesus and allowing that focus to shape how we see and engage with those around us. Today, we are being called to step into someone’s world, to listen to their story, and offer the life-transforming hope found in Christ. Take a listen as guest speaker, Marcus Liotta, shares his heart with us this Missions Sunday.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Did you know that the power of God can transform an entire city? This Sunday, Pastor Josh delved into Acts 2, emphasizing the vital role of the baptism of the Holy Spirit. When we've received this baptism, transformation occurs from within, leading us to repentance and empowering us to get rid of idols, making space for more of Him. As we allow the Holy Spirit to fill us continually, and as He rests upon us, we will witness true transformation around us.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Pastor Gary wraps up his inspiring two-part series, "Escaping From the Land of Not Enough," with a powerful message that serves as a reminder: even when we feel trapped by circumstances beyond our control or weighed down by our past choices, God is guiding us toward a destiny He has lovingly prepared for us. When we embrace His Word and put our trust in Him, we can break free from the limitations the enemy wants us to believe, and enter the abundant life He promises.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Drew Williams preached on the significance of water baptism. Just as Jesus demonstrated in His own life, we are invited to embrace the transformative gift of baptism, where we enter one way and emerged renewed. Drew reminds and encourages us that in this powerful declaration of faith, there is mercy, deliverance, destiny, and salvation. Whether you've already been baptized, wish to rededicate your life to the Lord, or are taking this important step for the first time, we remember that Jesus is at the center of it all, allowing us to live in the reality of what He has accomplished for us.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Wednesday, Pastor Gary kicked off his two-part series, "Escaping From the Land of Not Enough". He guided us through a biblical journey, revealing God's approach to leaving the land of 'not enough' and overcoming the obstacles that keep you from stepping into the fullness Christ has for you.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Today’s sermon, 'Formed by the Word,' reminds us that it’s not enough to read the Bible occasionally. We must consume it fully, allowing its truths to shape our identity and guide our lives. Let’s open our hearts to the transformative power of Scripture and be formed into who God created us to be!
Dive deep with Pastor Steve Rahn into why engaging with the Word of God is vital for your walk with Christ. This fresh word will rekindle your passion for His message to mankind—the Holy Bible!Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Whose voice do you trust with your promised land? How will you put what you've heard into action? This Sunday, Pastor Josh continued to unpack the journey of stepping into your promised land. Entering into all that Jesus has paid for requires faith, obedience, and action. There is an open invitation to respond to God's call to a life marked by freedom, victory, and holiness- one that is fully devoted to Him.
This Sunday, Pastor Luiz Herminio joined us from Brazil, and shared a message with us about walking with God.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
What does it take to step into your promised land?This Sunday, Pastor Josh shared a powerful message from the book of Joshua, revealing that as co-heirs with Christ, we hold the authority to bring Heaven's reality into our own. As children of God, we are invited to partner with Him in obedience and action, taking bold steps to advance His Kingdom. By walking closely with Him, we not only claim our promised land but also experience the greatest promise of all: His presence.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Josh spoke powerfully about the call we have as sons and daughters or God to fully commit our lives- to move beyond the middle ground and lukewarmness and embrace a life wholly devoted to Jesus. The Lord is knocking on the doors of our hearts, extending an invitation to live completely for Him. Will we open up the door and let Him in?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Do you realize that you carry the Father's heart?Our Heavenly Father loves us deeply, protects us, speaks life into us, and provides for our every need. This Sunday, we had the privilege of hearing from our own Dana Lopez, who shared on the Father's Heart for the orphan. Her moving testimonies and impactful statistics inspires us to look beyond ourselves and seek how we can partner with the Lord in bringing Heaven to Earth. There's an invitation to embrace the call to be a light to the ones around us, helping them discover the love of their Heavenly Father.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Is what you're building going to last for eternity? Pastor Steve unpacks this question in today's message and challenges us to consider the weight of what we pursue in this life as it could have eternal consequences.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Are you living out a resurrected life? This Sunday, Pastor Josh stirred our hearts with a powerful challenge- to boldly step into the life we are called to: a life of resurrection power and identity. There is an invitation to step into our identity as new creations, wholeheartedly devoted to our King, and allow His love and power to transform every aspect of our lives.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Tom Deuschle joined us from Celebration Ministries in Harare, Zimbabwe, and shared a message with us about the cost of discipleship.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Do you know that God sees you? This Sunday, Pastor Diego spoke on a foundational truth: God sees us. In God's eyes, we are fully known and seen, not just as we are but as His cherished creation. Understanding this transforms our sense of identity and our relationship with the Father. There is an invitation to step into living with the awareness that God sees you, freeing us to live confidently and purposefully in His love.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Pastor Gary taught on navigating through life's highs and lows. Drawing from the assurance that the Lord orchestrates all things for His good, Pastor Gary explains how every twist and turn in our journey is purposeful. Through the ups and downs, God shapes, us molding our character and faith. Not only do these moments serve to refine us, but they unveil the depths of God's character and our constant dependence on Him. We are presented with the opportunity to believe and become aware that God is actively at work in our lives.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Pastor Josh delivers a timely message that challenges us, and calls us higher as the church is being purified and refined. Just as fire refines gold, the fear of the Lord refines our hearts. It is in this holy fear that a reverence is born, grounded in understanding His true character, righteousness, and worth. This is the foundation for a life and a heart that is transformed by His Spirit- a life that brings glory and honor to Him in every way.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday, Drew Williams spoke to the importance and impact of our thought life in his message, "What Are You Thinking?". Drew unpacked what the Word says about the power of our thoughts in shaping not only our beliefs about ourselves and others but also our relationship with the Lord. As sons and daughters, we are confronted with a pivotal question: are our minds being renewed and transformed according to His truth, or are we conforming to the patterns of this world?Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In this Sunday's message, Pastor Josh continues the conversation on "New Covenant Generosity". He dives into the Word and the power of generosity and giving everything back to Jesus. As sons and daughter we know that we can be generous because our Father in Heaven is a generous Father, and that He is worthy of it all.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
In this Sunday's message, "New Covenant Generosity", Pastor Josh dives into the timeless wisdom of the Parable of the Talents, urging us to reflect on our own gifts and earnings that have been given by Jesus, the one who it all belongs to. As stewards of God's blessings, we are challenged to invest our resources generously, to steward them well, and to honor the Lord by giving everything back to Him.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Healthy Sexuality Week 2: Exploring Biblical Intimacy: Singleness, Marriage, and BeyondIn this week's session, we shift our focus from critiquing culture to embracing God's original vision for healthy relationships. We dig into the biblical framework for intimate connections, exploring how God's design encompasses both sexual and non-sexual aspects of relating with the opposite sex. From singleness to various stages of marriage, we seek to unpack God's blueprint for relational flourishing while maintaining healthy intimacy. Through scriptural teachings and practical insights, we aim to empower participants to align their lives with God's vision for relational wholeness, recognizing that true intimacy extends beyond sexual activity. Join us as we discover how to navigate relationships in accordance with God's timeless principles and experience the fullness of His intended blessings.Helpful Resources:Books:Real Questions, Real Answers about Sex: The Complete Guide to Intimacy as God IntendedOutdated: Find Love That Lasts When Dating Has ChangedSingle, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life & Love in the Modern AgeThe Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper PlaceThis Changes Everything: How the Gospel Transforms the Teen YearsRest and War: Rhythms of a Well-Fought LifeRaising Passionate Jesus Followers: The Power of Intentional ParentingPodcasts:Let's Talk About ItChristian SexualityRaising Boys & GirlsIntentional FamilyBecoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda1000 HousesWebsites:Moral Revolution: moralrevolution.comFight the New Drug: fightthenewdrug.orgFocus on the Family: focusonthefamily.comRecorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Healthy Sexuality Week 1: Building and Protecting Healthy Sexuality Amidst Cultural PressuresThis week we will examine the practical aspects of walking with integrity and purity in a culture saturated with unhealthy depictions of sexuality. We'll explore strategies for guarding our hearts and minds against the influences of the world, recognizing the importance of what we consume through media and our world. By emphasizing the biblical call to holiness and purity, we'll discuss how believers can establish healthy boundaries and maintain innocence in a world that seeks to distort God's standards for sexuality.Submit your questions around healthy sexuality at hopechurch.net/events to be answered by our panel. Helpful Resources:Books:Real Questions, Real Answers about Sex: The Complete Guide to Intimacy as God IntendedOutdated: Find Love That Lasts When Dating Has ChangedSingle, Dating, Engaged, Married: Navigating Life & Love in the Modern AgeThe Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper PlaceThis Changes Everything: How the Gospel Transforms the Teen YearsRest and War: Rhythms of a Well-Fought LifeRaising Passionate Jesus Followers: The Power of Intentional ParentingPodcasts:Let's Talk About ItChristian SexualityRaising Boys & GirlsIntentional FamilyBecoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda1000 HousesWebsites:Moral Revolution: moralrevolution.comFight the New Drug: fightthenewdrug.orgFocus on the Family: focusonthefamily.comRecorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Join us for the last session of our Wednesday night equipping series: Rediscovering Sacred Intimacy, where we hear from a panel of our very own worship pastors and leaders. Together, let's encounter God through praise and worship and rediscover sacred intimacy with Him!Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Join us for the next session of our Wednesday night equipping series: Rediscovering Sacred Intimacy. This week we are diving into the profound significance of communion and uncovering its true sacredness.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Our Wednesday night equipping series, Rediscovering Sacred Intimacy: Worship, Communion, and Prayer, kicks off tonight!We feel the call of the Holy Spirit, inviting us into greater depths of intimacy. Join us as we move beyond the routines of church and rediscover the sacredness behind prayer, communion, and worship! Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
God desires to walk with you! He’s calling out to you today. Do you discern His voice? For the full sermon, “Pleasing God…Enoch Style,” watch on our YouTube channel or listen anywhere podcasts are streamed, including hopechurch.net/messagesRecorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Have you relished in the reality that you’re the bride of Christ? In our modern-day culture it’s easy to lose sight of what it means to be betrothed to Jesus, but the truth remains, Jesus is the husband to His people! Check out Pastor Josh’s full sermon, We’re Getting Ready For a Wedding!, and learn what it means to prepare as you wait for your bridegroom—Jesus!Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Jason Upton is a singer/songwriter with a heart of a pastor. He’s blessed our house tremendously over the years with his worship and timely words. Listen to Jason's message on Sunday, where he ministers to the heart of the Lord and shares on the season of advent and being seen by our Heavenly Father.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Listen to Pastor Josh's message on Sunday, "Behold, I am Coming!" as he continues unpacking Revelation and sharing insight into the special way God's moving at Hope as well as what's to come.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Pastor Josh said today was going to be a trajectory changing day as he invited Pastor Luciano Moreira to share with us. It certainly was! The presence of God moved among His people and marked Hope Church forever. God is certainly with us! Listen to today's special sermon with Pastor Luciano Moreira.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Consider this... every time you engage in worship, you are joining with the entirety of Heaven in adoration of the King of Kings—the One who has overcome it all. From this posture, our vantage point shifts and we see clearly that Jesus truly is victorious over every circumstance that surrounds us! Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
This Sunday we are joined by our dear friend and missionary Tresor Yenyi. Tresor shares his heart and testimonies of what God is doing in the Democratic Republic of Congo.Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Pastor Aaron shares on abiding in the true vine, Jesus Christ, and is followed by a panel lead by Pastor Josh that discusses what it looks like to live a laid down life in the midst of different circumstances we may face.
Pastor Gary kicks off our new Wednesday night series, Counting the Cost: The Journey of a Laid Down Life, by diving into the steps to take in walking out a laid down life for Jesus.
Join Pastor Josh, Pastor Gary and others for a family discussion on what it can look like for believers in all walks of life to pursue our First Love, Jesus, in the midst of day to day living.
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Join Pastor Josh, Pastor Gary and others for a family discussion on what it can look like for believers in all walks of life to pursue our First Love, Jesus, in the midst of day to day living. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.
Did you know that claiming to be a believer means to profess that you are betrothed to the King of Kings? What does that actually mean? It means that you are spiritually taken. You are His! However, culture today presents being a devoted lover of Jesus as one who lives on the constant edge of burnout. Maybe some think being a believer is only about their assignment or getting their prayers answered. Yet, in the parable of the ten virgins, Jesus is clear about what it truly looks like to burn for Him passionately. Listen to Sunday’s sobering message, The Wise and The Foolish, on why it’s so important to prioritize intimacy with your bride-groom Jesus here.
Pastor Josh continues the conversation of living a laid down life for Jesus, the One who paid it all.
Drawing close to Jesus requires a sincere desire to escape the distractions of a busy culture– even one seemingly centered around Him. But there’s an invitation to move beyond the rituals and rhythms of busyness and stop to look into the eyes of the One who has so much more to reveal to you.
Pastor Diego Vianna talks shares about Jesus Christ and how He is the Person of The Word of God.
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Did you know that God desires friendship with you? John 15:15 says, "I no longer call you servants because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything I learned from my Father I have made known to you." Friendship with you has always been the longing of God's heart. This week, God hopes to pull you in close and share His heart, mind, and plans with you. Listen to today's sermon and discover new faith in being a friend of God.
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Special Guest: Pastor Rafael Conrado joins us at Hope Church on Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 for a special night of teaching and ministry! Enjoy his message about Transition and how God is always with us in the Desert.
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Rita Springer joins Hope Church and shares an encouraging word from an unlikely book, Jonah. Check out this week's podcast as Rita Springer pulls deep wisdom from this book and encourages the church to listen and focus on God in these challenging times.
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Our text today is taken from the New Testament. By definition, a testament is something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim”. Similarly, a “last will and testament” is “a written document, properly attested to, in which a person declares his pleasure as to the disposal of his property after death”.
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Psalm 138:6 For though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly, but the haughty he knows from afar.
In this weeks podcast, Heath Adamson shares how humility is powerful and a form of spiritual warfare.
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Life is built with "in between" moments. These moments often build our character and in this week's message, Pastor Josh Thompson unfolds one amazing story from the Bible when Jesus was asleep on a boat with his disciples when a massive storm arose. We hope you're blessed and encouraged as you listen to this week's message.
Training for Reigning
Romans 5
“Unsettled”, “Vulnerable” and “Afraid” are three words that describe the mindset of a large percentage of people around the world today.
While the world wrestles with a wide number of issues without easy answers, it is my contention that the world is being brought to a spiritual precipice of sorts that will precipitate a world-wide awakening of epic proportions!
The chaos of our times is in essence, a clash of kingdoms. Light versus darkness…Good versus Evil…ultimately the Kingdom of God versus the kingdom of Darkness! The ancient enemy of God and mankind will continue to cause the devolvement of the unredeemed toward corruption, violence and tyranny. Conversely, the children of God will show the fruits of God’s Kingdom which are, righteousness, peace and joy!
My purpose this morning is to help us embrace one of the processes through which God is training us for the incredible season ahead. As we successfully transit this dark season of human history, His purpose is that we literally “shine” as lights in a dark place! The Bible speaks of a time when multitudes are in the “valley of decision”, that is certainly the case today. Our calling is to provide “light“, for those that dwell in darkness. Light is very compelling when we find ourselves in the dark!
Chapter 5 of Romans addresses the process God utilizes in producing in us the qualities necessary to become “light bearers”.
Romans 5:17 is the…what… the ability “to reign in Life”
Romans 5:1-5 is the…how… learning to “stand”, “rejoice”, “hope”
Considering the pathway Paul has laid out in the Romans passage, we get a strong impression that we are not going to be exempted from going through difficulties on the road to spiritual maturity.
To illustrate, let’s take a brief look at Jesus’ discipleship program for the team who would be responsible for carrying the Gospel to the world after His resurrection. It was literally a roller coaster ride of incredible highs interspersed with disillusioning and even devastating lows. The amazing “take away” for me is that as we will see, the disciples undoubtedly experienced dramatic spikes of emotion in the process while Jesus transited the same experiences in a calm assurance.
For illustration I have chosen a brief, few hours described in three of the gospels (Matthew 13:54-14:36, Mark 6:7-56, John 6:1-21).
For times’ sake let me just list the events the disciples experienced in an extremely short period of time…
Jesus rejected at Nazareth
Disciples sent out two by two to minister
John the Baptist is beheaded
Retreat to rest
Feeding the multitude
Surviving the storm at sea
There are a multitude of life-lessons we could draw from these three passages, but I want to focus on one for the moment, Matthew 14:25-33.
After the incredible high these 12 men experienced while feeding 12-15,000 people from a small boy’s lunch, they are sent across the Sea of Galilee in their boat only to find themselves in a life-threatening storm! Do I need to point out that they were in the “will of God” in this “near-death” experience?
When Jesus finally came to them in the darkest part of the night, one man demonstrated that he understood this part of the training. Eleven men were clinging “white knuckled” to the boat with one thing in mind, “Please Lord save us from this storm!” Peter, however, responded by pushing his fear aside and requested that he could join Jesus in the “reigning” position, walking upon the very real threats the waves presented!!
Later in life Peter would pen these words:
“Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial, which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you also may be glad with exceeding joy.”
”Therefore let those that suffer according to the will of God commit their souls to Him in doing good, as to a faithful Creator.”
(I Peter4:12, 13,19)
Jesus’ half brother James added his voice to the same chorus with Peter and Paul, in his letter to the persecuted churches in diaspora:
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.
“But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect (“mature”) and complete, lacking nothing.”
(James 1:2-3)
If we can follow the trail left for us by these men as well as Jesus Himself, we may well find out that people (whom Jesus loves and died for) have been watching us from the cover of darkness and longing for the light!
I suspect Jesus is still giving permission to those who want to walk on the waves. Remember the pattern…Trials, Perseverance, Character, Hope!
Also remember this…as I Corinthians 10:13 reminds us, He will not test us beyond our ability to withstand, but with every trial He will make a way of escape!
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Jesus foretold that when He would ascend to His Father that His Father would send the Helper; The Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit indwells within us and enables us to live a holy life and empowers us to operate in the same ethos as Jesus. Take a listen to part 2 of Pastor Josh's message, The Holy Spirit.
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Pastor Josh Thompson shares on the Holy Spirit. How we as believers can be aware of him in all things and available to him always.
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Be my witnesses.
Acts 1:8 (NLT)
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
2. Be Imitators of God
Ephesians 5:1-2
Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children. 2 Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us[a] and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God.
3. Be Free
Mark 8:34-35
34 Then, calling the crowd to join his disciples, he said, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me. 35 If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake and for the sake of the Good News, you will save it.
Galatians 5:13 (NLT)
For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love.
Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT)
But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things
Pastor Josh Thompson shares from the book of Joshua in part 2 of Listen and Obey.
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Following Jesus can be as simple as Listening and obeying. In this video, Pastor Josh Thompson shares an impactful message from the book of Joshua.
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The Insidious Enemy Within May 30,2021
In the process of surviving 400 plus years of brutal slavery an enemy had secreted itself in the psyche of a nation for whom God had amazing plans. Like a traitor hidden within the ranks, it lay in waiting to further sabotage its host!
When the nation ultimately known as the Israelites became so miserable that they could no longer bear the tyranny of their oppressors, their cry was heard in Heaven. God, selected Moses to go on an “impossible” mission bearing a message that would be understandably seen as ludicrous, to the leader of the most powerful nation on earth.
In spite of heavy resistance on the part of the Egyptians and surprisingly, many of the Israelites as well, God extracted His chosen nation from their masters in a miraculous show of power! This once great nation was impoverished and decimated in their fight against God’s unfolding deliverance of what was probably over 2,000,000 people!
This “exodus” from Egypt, as the aptly named second book of our Bible describes it, was in every respect, a 40-year-long miracle! Nothing of that magnitude had ever occurred on planet Earth before or since!
At one point in recent history a former Quartermaster General of the United States Army described the logistics necessary to sustain 3,000,000 people. Although larger than what most scholars believe Israel was at the time this at least gives the staggering scale of provisioning and dynamics to support such a mass movement of people. See if you can get your mind around the Quartermaster’s description of just the necessities:
1,500 tons of food daily…(would require two freight trains a mile long)
4,000 tons of daily firewood… (several more mile-long freight trains)
Water, IN A DESERT…enough to drink and wash a few things (not counting the watering of livestock)…11,000,000 gallons
(this would require a freight train with tank cars over a thousand miles long)
The overnight Red Sea crossing would require an opening of around 3 miles in width so that as many as 5,000 people abreast could make the passage in that amount of time.
Imagine the area required to camp a group approximately the size of Kansas City, San Antonio or Austin!
Imagine the scope and logistics of this mass movement of humanity… Do you think that Moses could have had any idea how to handle ANY of these issues?
Yet, God supplied their needs, sustaining them in every way for FORTY YEARS! Every day was a miracle, featuring a cloud over them by day and a pillar of fire by night! Even their clothing didn’t wear out! You would think these people would have been convinced in short order to trust God no matter what He asked of them!
BUT SUCH WAS NOT THE CASE! Hidden away, deep within their sense of who they were, was a slave mentality etched into their very soul! Before long, the sad truth became evident… IT IS FAR EASIER TO GET THE SLAVE OUT OF EGYPT, THAN IT IS TO GET EGYPT OUT OF THE SLAVE!
Regardless of His faithfulness and assurances that …
” He had brought them out that He might bring them in to the land of their inheritance.” (Deuteronomy 6:23)
The enemy within actually succeeded in nullifying God’s standing promise for all but two individuals out of the entire generation!
The leaders of the twelve tribes even scouted out the land as the Lord had escorted them to a point near its border. They admitted that it was everything He had promised… BUT… there were giants, and that they saw themselves as grasshoppers before the inhabitants of the land! God said they were CONQUERERS, but the enemy within spoke with a familiar voice and reminded them that they were not!
Two men refused the familiar plea to be reasonable and opt for the safety of the familiar hopeless existence they had grown so used to. Somehow, these two men had taken God’s promises to heart. They silenced the enemy within and were now being driven by the same conviction a later prophet would declare in Proverbs 28:1:
“The wicked flee when no one pursues,
But the righteous are bold as a lion.”
Hebrews 4:2 commenting on this period after the miraculous exit from Egypt, points out why the failure to live out God’s promise befell all but these two men:
“…the word which they heard did not profit them,
not being mixed with faith in those who heard it.”
The horrifying result of this deeply imbedded belief system caused this entire generation of ex-slaves God had rescued, to needlessly die outside their God-given destiny!
I Corinthians 10 powerfully points out the fact that this whole event is to be seen as completely relevant to our own journey after salvation.
For time’s sake let’s look at the 11th verse, but a careful reading of at least the first 13 verses could actually be critical to entering our own inheritance!
“Now all these things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our own admonition (instruction) upon whom the ends of the ages have come.”
In closing, I would like to spend a few minutes focusing on a very relevant “take away” from the mention of these ancient enemies of God’s people that affects you and me today!
It is actually highly likely that like ancient Israel, we ourselves have been “counseled” by the voice of the enemy within, to play it safe, to comply, to draw back, to avoid confronting the “giants” standing between us and God’s desire for our lives!
Seven tribes occupied Israel’s promised land. God repeatedly promised that He would drive them out in partnership with Israel. The process would occur…” little by little” so the land would not become wild again before they could properly settle it. This probably had something to do with their ability to grow competent in managing the land they obtained. In addition, it most likely would have helped them avoid falling prey to arrogance which would have been a likely to result from a constant string of easy victories.
Apparently, the literal meanings of the names of these tribes are said to come from commentary on their characteristics and behaviors.
These tribes are listed in Deuteronomy 7:1. Afterward the Lord gives terse instructions as to how they need to be dealt with and great encouragement in a powerful pronouncement all the way through chapter 9. Remember, all of this is relevant to us and meant to be instructive to us as pointed out earlier!
Tribe #1 Hittites…This tribe trafficked in terror and fear, broke enemies down through violence and confusion. Many other words are associated like, “panicked, dismayed, broken and beaten down”.
Tribe #2 Girgashites…” to stir up trouble”
Tribe #3 Amorites… “prominence, mountain dwellers, to challenge with words, murmurer, talker, a slayer”
Tribe #4 Canaanites…” merchant, trafficker, peddler, bring low, bring into subjection, trappers, to humiliate in a manner that leads to depression”
Tribe #5 Perizzites… “inhabitants of unwalled villages, squatters, illegal occupants” …Original meaning:” lack of commitment”
Tribe #6 Hivites…” Serpents, compromise, encampment, life-giving, tent village”
Tribe #7 Jebusites… “trample underfoot, loathe, tread down, subjugation, ruin, downfall, to be polluted, heaviness, discouragement”
Remember, it was among these tribes where the spies saw the giants. All these tribes were formidable, aggressively warlike and well entrenched in their homelands for many years. Their wickedness had reached a threshold at which the Lord wanted their influence destroyed and replaced by His people.
We should all realize that like those ancient Israelites, much of our inheritance is being guarded by just such entities. They don’t appear before us on horseback, looking fierce, powerful and bearing weapons of war, but they are there nonetheless! We should consider the possibility that we are unknowingly listening to an enemy hidden within that is being triggered by familiar feelings and fears! We are most likely to find our hidden enemies amidst painful experiences from our past. Most of us have developed coping mechanisms to deal with emotional injuries, rejection, unreasonable fears, disappointment, failures, insecurities etc. Most of these involve avoiding risk-taking and may inadvertently cause us to shrink back from the victories the Lord wants to grant us?
I want to suggest that the solution God utilized to get Israel to act in faith and take on those tribes, giants and all, may be the same one He is calling us to. It involved the death of an entire generation of voices nurtured in slavery! The Apostle Paul declared:
“I die daily”
I Corinthians 15:31
The discipline inherent to a “walk of faith”, literally demands putting the “flesh” to death, this essentially involves closing our ears to the voice of enemy within telling us not to engage the enemy, to shrink away and just survive!
Two statements come to mind, that I would like to leave you with today. The first was something my dad said virtually every time I was ready to give up on something or quit because something was too hard. He would say:
“Can’t never did anything…try did it all!”
The second memorable reminder is very much like it:
Faith is spelled…RISK!
IT’S HIGHLY UNLIKELY THAT THE INSIDIOUS ENEMY WITHIN WILL EVER WHISPER SUCH THOUGHTS TO YOU WHEN YOUR INHERITANCE IS ON THE LINE!
So, in the words of a little song we sang in Sunday school growing up:
“Be careful little ears what you hear”
Here’s what I’m hearing:
…” the people who know their God will be strong and carry out great exploits!” Daniel 11:32
You can hear directly from the Father. Pastor Paul Harris shares insight on hearing the voice of the Lord as well as sharing what the Father is up to.
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Truth is often stranger than fiction and such is the case for the term showcased in my title today… “influencer”! Before 2015 it was simply used in its simplest form as someone or something that swayed the opinion or actions of another. In 2021, it has experienced a rebirth and now describes someone with a quirky, creative personality or presentation on twitter, Instagram or some other social media platform selling products, ideas, lifestyles and etc. “Influencer” marketing has now been monetized to the incredible degree that it is now projected to surpass $10 billion on an annualized basis by 2022!
This amazing monetization of an age-old reality points out the natural willingness people have for following the example of someone we admire or can relate to in an arena of common interest. These platforms even offer opportunities to interact with and to be a part of a movement or trend along-side those we might wish to emulate.
Attesting to the power our “influencers” have in our lives, Dr. David McClelland , a Harvard social psychologist has stated:
“The people with whom you habitually associate are called your “ reference group” and these people determine as much as 95% of your success in life.”
Jim Rohn, widely held to be America’s foremost business philosopher and acknowledged personal development guru says:
“We will become the combined average of the five people we hang around the most.”
These secular observers have determined from data and personal observation the immense value of the “voices” we allow to influence and guide our development. Knowingly or unknowingly, they are only echoing what the Scriptures have already pointed out!
I would like to state my observations this way:
“The influence we prioritize…we metabolize!” Or said another way: “Intake predicts output.”
Psalm 1
In six verses the psalmist clearly addresses the power of the “influencer” to either bless or curse the life of their follower! This short passage of Scripture brilliantly portrays two drastically different pathways and destinations…
V.1… The path to blessing begins by avoiding three activities:
“Walking” in the counsel of the ungodly… (Original languages define “walking” as, “to behave, be conversant with, exercise, to follow or to grow”)
“Standing” in the path of sinners…(originally, “standing” carried a meaning of “abiding or dwelling continually along with a sense of being employed”)
“Sitting” in the seat of the scornful…( the language here depicted sitting as a judge in ambush, marrying and remaining)
This sequence illustrates a regressive process as a person moves from a more casual interest to full subordination to their “influencer!”
God’s blessing is categorically NOT found along this path!
Note: The “counsel of the ungodly” can come from many different sources (the spirit of the age, education, upbringing, media, self-talk, friends, our flesh etc.).
V.2… This verse points to the path of God’s blessing…Prioritizing and Meditating in God’s Word! Meditating describes a practice of repeating something over and over to yourself while digesting or pondering its meaning. (I’ve always likened it to “marinating” meat. More or less, it’s like infusing that seasoning into the internal fibers to enhance the natural flavor.)
V.3…This verse promises hidden resources, durability, fruitfulness and prosperity! Rather than the “regressive” process described in verse 1,
following God’s ways produce “progressive” blessing!
Vs. 4-6… These verses project the long-term and ultimate end of these two contrasted life choices. The “winds” of life have a separating effect as illustrated by the mention of the “chaff” being scattered and seen no more. This imagery would have left the original reader thinking of the grain that remained.
The voices we listen to are not benign! Whatever “Influencer” we give eye and ear to over time, will most certainly bear fruit according to their DNA! Given that fact of life… OUR “INFLUENCERS” ABSOLUTELY MUST BE MONITORED AND VALUED ACCORDING TO WHETHER THEIR VOICE IS IN AGREEMENT WITH GOD’S WORD…OR NOT!
What will happen when we gather as a church body in full expectancy of the Lord? Pastor Kristi Thompson shares insight from Luke chapter 8 in this Mother's Day special podcast.
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We are called to a lifestyle of the miraculous. In this episode, Pastor Josh Thompson shares how every believer is called to a life filled with miracles, signs, and wonders. It's not for a select group of people, or for a time long ago. It's for you to walk in now.
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The gifts of the Holy Spirit are for every believer. Today is the day for you to enter into these grace gifts from God. Listen as Pastor Josh Thompson shares on the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
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When all seems dark around you, you are the light that will pierce through the darkness. Listen as Pastor Gary Hay shares on how simple truths from the bible can illuminate any and every situation.
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22 And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying: 23 “Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying, ‘This is the way you shall bless the children of Israel. Say to them:
24 “The Lord bless you and keep you;
25 The Lord make His face shine upon you,
And be gracious to you;
26 The Lord lift up His countenance upon you,
And give you peace.” ’
27 “So they shall put My name on the children of Israel, and I will bless them.”
Numbers 6:22-27 (NKJV)
How do we as a church body live in communion with one another? How do we go about starting this family way of life? Pastor Paul Harris shares on how to know who God has given to you, so you can start discipling.
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Resurrection isn't just a day we celebrate in the spring. Resurrection is to be lived, experienced, and practice everyday of our lives. Check out this impactful message from Lead Pastor, Josh Thompson from Easter Sunday.
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Palm Sunday marks the most remarkable week in human history. Heath Adamson explores rich insight as we look into Mathew chapters 21 and 26, leading to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
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Heath Adamson shares how reading the Bible is more than reading a book full of rules and regulations, but rather a book of freedom that gives us an invitation to live a full and amazing life.
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•Scripture for this week's podcast•
Joshua 1:1-8 (NKJV)
•Points to remember while reading the Bible•
-When God encountered humanity, rather than yelling from heaven, God made the Word in human form.
-Reading the Bible is different than studying the Bible
-In order to understand what the Bible means we must understand what it meant.
-Read the Bible with God.
-Read the Bible daily.
-Reading the Bible renews our mind when our heart is soft toward God.
-The Bible is eternally relevant.
-Keep it simple
A culture of discipleship is more than a pastor standing on a stage telling you to go make disciples. A culture of discipleship is more than bringing your co-worker or neighbor to the church building to hear a sermon about making disciples. A culture of discipleship flows from Hope Church into the streets. Pastor Paul Harris shares on building and cultivating a culture of discipleship in our lives.
As we find ourselves in an ever increasing world of zealots of opinion that breeds division, how are we to be? Will we align with the heart of this age, or will we align with the heart of the Father? Pastor Josh takes us on a journey through scripture as we discover what it is to be like for the follower of Jesus in today's age.
God is calling His church to come together in unity. Pastor Josh challenges Christians to walk in humility and truth as we radically love the people that God has placed in our lives.
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Heath Adamson provides practical insight into why it's important for Christians to pray in the spirit.
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God is calling the church to walk in deeper levels of obedience. Pastor Josh Thompson shares about the importance of walking in obedience to what God has called each of us to do.
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The Lord is saying to His church that it's time to get rid of fear. Pastor Kristi Thompson shares on how we as the church can rid ourself from fear.
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There is more. God is inviting us all into more. Into a deeper relationship with him as well as a more beautiful way of life. Listen in as Pastor Josh Thompson shares from his heart in this impactful message on prayer and fasting.
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Pastor Josh Thompson expand upon a classic scripture found in Luke 1. The birth of Jesus was miraculous indeed, but have you ever stopped to think about Mary and the yes she had in her heart, when the angel of the Lord visited her and told her she would give birth to the Son of God? Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, Mo.
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In this podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson shares from his heart the vision for 2021. There are three things that are crucial for the church. Encounter... Being a people who are encountering the presence of the Lord and responding. Being a church who is equipped for the works of the ministry. Not just inside the building, but all over the earth. Being a church who is empowered to go when called and send when called.
In this week's podcast, Pastor Gary Hay looks into the concept of how the Kingdom of God comes. It's rarely ever how we would naturally discern it to come and as we see in history, it's often rejected by people and in some cases the very people who long to see his kingdom come on earth. So how can we long and pray for God's kingdom and not miss or disregard it? Take a listen. We hope you enjoy.
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Jesus states in the book of Matthew, "Upon this rock I will build my church." What did that entail and mean? In This week's Podcast, Heath Adamson looks at this scripture and unfolds its rich meaning and impact.
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Walking with God is an adventure and sometimes while on the adventure it can seem like you've missed and opportunity, or maybe made the wrong decision. In this week's podcast, Heath Adamson looks at Acts chapter 15 and shares how God leads us in ways that on the surface seem like a dead end or a wrong turn.
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In this week's podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson takes a deep dive into Acts chapter 16. Living a missional life can simply be lived in every moment of life wether it's glorious, joyful, or seems like a setback. You can live the mission in the moment.
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In this week's podcast, Dr. Heath Adamson takes us on an in depth journey into Psalm 23.
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What does it truly mean to have the mind of Christ? The Apostle Paul Shares what it is to renew your mind and Pastor Josh encourages the body of Christ with this timeless teaching.
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In Luke chapter two you'll read of two people, Simeon and Anna. They both were committed to God and prayed and fasted for the coming Messiah. They both bore witness to his coming and are both an inspiration for us to be committed to God no matter what the season. Pastor Kristi Thompson shares and encourages the church to go further in commitment to the Lord.
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God's word does not come back void. God spoke destiny over your life before you were even born! Pastor Paul Harris shares his incredible story of how the Lord spoke a word over him many years ago that he is now walking into today.
We hope you are encouraged to walk out the gospel while hearing this week's podcast!
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In Matthew Chapter 6 Jesus lays the framework of prayer. Pastor Josh Thompson looks at this scripture and expounds upon, in this week's podcast.
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When we face oppression and disillusionment, where can we look for guidance and instruction? Pastor Gary Hay preaches from the book of Judges chapter 6 in this week's podcast.
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Matthew 4:4 says, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God” Being saturated in prayer isn't a religious routine, or meant to be something that's unnatural for people. Being saturated in prayer is living a life that's in union with God. God not only love you, He likes you and wants to be with you!
We hope you are encouraged as you listen to this week's podcast!
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Now is the time. No more rehearsals or practices. Now more than ever is the time for you to be who you truly are. A son and daughter of God. Pastor Gary Hay encourages the body of Christ to walk out the gospel right now.
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In this week's podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson opens a discussion about finding solitude with God. When life get's busy, when we become anxious about new seasons we often forget about spending time with our Heavenly Father. We look at how Jesus modeled a life that was rooted in solitude. He spent time with God when it wasn't convenient, when other things were calling for his attention, and in the midst of the moments that were grim at best.
We invite you to take a listen!
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In this week's podcast, Heath Adamson shares how there's no such thing as small obedience in the kingdom of heaven. We dive into Mark chapter 1 and look at the story of Jesus healing a leaper and that man's opportunity to obey could have had a big impact on a community.
Dr. Heath Adamson's (PhD, University of London) life was changed profoundly at the age of seventeen when Jesus became tangibly real to him. Now a sought-after speaker at conferences, seminars, universities and churches, Adamson seeks to bring audiences from simply knowing information about God to actually experiencing God in life-changing ways. Vocationally, he serves as the Chief of Staff at Convoy of Hope, a global relief and development organization. He is also the Global Chairman for the World Assemblies of God Fellowship Next Gen Commission, a community of 370,000 churches devoted to the life and message of Jesus around the world. Heath is the author of numerous books including The Sacred Chase and Grace In The Valley. Together with his wife Ali, and their two daughters Leighton and Dallon, they believe you are God’s favorite place to be.
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In this episode, Pastor Josh Thompson looks at Matthew 22 and what's the most important call, command, and way for any believer. We hope you are encouraged to walk out the Gospel as you listen to this week's message.
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In this episode, Heath Adamson shares on the importance of keeping oil in your lamp and being ready for the Lord at all times. Dr. Heath Adamson's (PhD, University of London) life was changed profoundly at the age of seventeen when Jesus became tangibly real to him. Now a sought-after speaker at conferences, seminars, universities and churches, Adamson seeks to bring audiences from simply knowing information about God to actually experiencing God in life-changing ways.
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Unless you’ve been living under a rock or have perfected the practice of emotional distancing, you have probably been feeling some adverse effects resulting from the extremely “toxic” and chaotic environment currently assaulting our senses at every turn. Our lives have been altered in ways that by any stretch of the imagination do not approach normal! Unfortunately, the toxicity of the culture around us can even seep into the church, which ideally should stand out as an island of sanity in the midst of the chaotic and the absurd. One thing is for sure, the kinds of stresses we are currently experiencing are powerful catalysts capable of bringing out the best…or the worst…in any of us! -Pastor Gary Hay
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One way to know what was on the heart of Jesus is to read what he prayed. In this episode, Pastor Josh Thompson looks at the prayer Jesus prayed in a time of distress and uncertainty. Unity amongst the body of Christ is crucial and what has remained over the course of history. It must be amongst the body today as much as it was then.
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"There is a river whose streams make glad the city of our God." (Psalm 46:4) A river is a continual source of life to those who drink of its resource. In this week's message, Pastor Josh Thompson shares from Psalm 46 as he encourages the body of Christ to keep drinking from the river of God's joy. Take time to pause and focus on Jesus.
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Pastor Gary Hay examines the first few chapters of the book of Nehemiah as he exhorts the church to rebuild, stay focused, and listen to the voice of God. We can be the hope that the world needs.
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What you look at and focus on will direct your path. Pastor Josh Thompson takes a look at the story of Joshua and Caleb. While spying out the promised land (Israel.) They were confronted by real dangers and problems, but instead of focusing and only seeing the problems, they looked to God and saw what he was doing and how he'd make a way for them to enter.
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Isaiah 6:1-8 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. 2 Above it stood seraphim; each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one cried to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; The whole earth is full of His glory!” 4 And the posts of the door were shaken by the voice of him who cried out, and the house was filled with smoke. 5 So I said: “Woe is me, for I am [a]undone! Because I am a man of unclean lips, And I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; For my eyes have seen the King, The Lord of hosts.” 6 Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar. 7 And he touched my mouth with it, and said: “Behold, this has touched your lips; Your iniquity is taken away, And your sin [b]purged.” 8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying: “Whom shall I send, And who will go for Us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.”
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What to do when the whole world around you is falling apart? Pastor Gary looks to some timeless scriptures for insight and guidance.
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Romans 12:9-21 9 Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. 10 Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. 11 Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in Spirit, serve the Lord. 12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. 13 Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. 14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. 16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be conceited. 17 Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. 18 If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. 19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord. 20 To the contrary, if your enemy is hungry, feed him: if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head. 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
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Pastor Kristi Thompson shares a few dreams as well as encouraging the body to pursue the Lord and hear his voice in every season of life.
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God's never ending kingdom is advancing and thriving in the midst of every season. God's kingdom isn't confined to a particular church building, idea, or program. His kingdom thrives in the hearts of his children and in the environment we create. Pastor Josh Thompson calls us up in this Sunday's message, Never Ending Kingdom.
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When we build are lives on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ we can withstand every storm. Pastor Josh Thompson encourages us to examine are lives and see what we are truly building in this weeks podcast.
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In a cloud of uncertainty, the world is in need of Game Changers. In this podcast, Pastor Gary Hay finds timeless truths and practices in the story of Gideon and how he transformed a nation.
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Pastor Josh Thompson preaches from the book of Philippians 4 in this week's message, "Protecting Our Peace."
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Hope is alive! Because He is Alive! This season has been challenging for many in one way or another and in this season we can allow disappointment and discouragement to drive our way of life, or we can allow the resurrection power to fill us continually.
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Sometimes the greatest treasure is not the one that we have yet to discover, but the one that we pause and reflect upon. Heath Adamson reflects upon passover and the greatest treasure, Jesus Christ.
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The church is called to shine bright in dark times. In this podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson, Pastor Gary Hay, and Heath Adamson exhort the church to be a light in the community and not allow fear to motivate.
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In this podcast, Jason Upton explores friendship, witness, worship, and what it means to be a son and daughter of God.
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Who you once were is not who you are becoming. Becoming who you are in Christ means stubbornly refusing the things you once were. (Gal. 5:1) In this podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson edifies the church by exploring Ephesians chapter 2 and Galatians chapter 5. What we believe will determine who we'll become. That's why it's crucial that we understand the truth of who we are in Christ and how we are to walk it out in our lives.
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Discounting the small things can have a big impact. In John chapter 6, Jesus gives us an example of finding contentment in every season. He chose to be thankful for the small thing God provided knowing that it was more than enough.
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What’s my identity? Does God care about me? Pastor Josh Thompson continues this powerful message on our identity. Did you know that you were created in the image of God? Did you know that we are meant to look like him? Find out in this second message on identity titled, “Made In The Image.”
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What’s my identity? Does God care about me? Pastor Josh Thompson shares this powerful message on our identity and God’s. Did you know that you were created in the image of God? Find out in the first message on identity titled, “Made In The Image.”
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Take a listen to "The Journey: Part 2." In the same way that an attorney double-checks pertinent facts and strategy before heading to court, or a business owner takes the time to thoroughly evaluate resources before an expansion, or even like the soldier who makes a last-minute check of his weapons in the anticipation of an imminent battle…the great Apostle draws from his experience to remind us to acquaint ourselves with a group of assets and practices essential to our success, which he outlines in the first five verses of Romans chapter five.
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In the same way that an attorney double-checks pertinent facts and strategy before heading to court, or a business owner takes the time to thoroughly evaluate resources before an expansion, or even like the soldier who makes a last-minute check of his weapons in the anticipation of an imminent battle…the great Apostle draws from his experience to remind us to acquaint ourselves with a group of assets and practices essential to our success, which he outlines in the first five verses of Romans chapter five.
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"We are getting ready to be a part of a way of life that we have not yet seen." In this podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson demonstrates how to live a life that is empowered for more. A life that is entering into the fullness of what Jesus has for us.
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Philippians 3:8
I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For His sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ.
Luke 9:23
“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.
24 For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it.
MSG
“Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me lead. You’re not in the driver’s seat – I am. Don’t run from suffering; embrace it. Follow me and I’ll show you how. Self help is no help at all. Self-sacrifice is the way, my way to finding yourself, your true self.”
Matt 9
16 No one puts a piece of unshrunk cloth on an old garment, for the patch tears away from the garment, and a worse tear is made. 17 Neither is new wine put into old wineskins. If it is, the skins burst and the wine is spilled and the skins are destroyed. But new wine is put into fresh wineskins, and both are preserved.
Is 54:2
Enlarge the place of your tent, and let the curtains of your habitations be stretched out; do not hold back; lengthen your cords and strengthen your stakes.”
“If the Holy Spirit was withdrawn from the church today, 95 percent of what we do would go on and no one would know the difference. If the Holy Spirit had been withdrawn form the New Testament church, 95 percent of what they did would stop, and everybody would know the difference”
A.W. Tozer
What got us here today is not going to get us to where we are going. Sometimes in life, we need to lay down things that will not get us to the places God is calling us. Pastor Josh Thompson encourages as he shares this message on laying down, fasting, and pursuing Jesus.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, Mo.
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Christmas 2019
IT BEGAN WITH A WORD
John 1:1-14
The Christmas story is even more wonderous than what it appears on the surface. Although we can only shake our heads in amazement at the events experienced by the two couples we encounter in the Matthew and Luke accounts, there is more…much more!
The period of time in which these incredible events took place saw leaders and common people alike struggling through an era filled with war, political intrigue, hardship and poverty. Even with the backdrop of wholesale chaos and uncertainty, God was quietly moving heaven and earth with certainty and precision as He readied the delivery of His long-awaited promise.
It is beyond our ability to even begin to comprehend the incredible logistics of how everything meshed together under God’s direction to bring about the incredible events we celebrate during this Christmas season! But what I hope we can take away from the discussion this morning are some insights into “God’s ways”! Scripture tells us that the children of Israel knew the acts of God, but Moses knew the ways of God. In these next few minutes it is my fervent hope that the Holy Spirit will help me highlight a few “take-aways” from this watershed event in history that can move us toward becoming more acquainted with God’s ways. The degree to which that happens will bring increasing intimacy and joy in our relationship with the central character of the Christmas story.
1 I know this is obvious but let me say it anyway…
The problems in the world in no way hinder God from making things turn out exactly as He said they would!
Jesus’ own words addressed that fact;
“These things I have spoken to you that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33
2 The Lord draws people into His plans that most of us would never imagine Him choosing.
*the Magi…Heathen Arabs into Astrology?
*Zechariah and Elizabeth…old and virtually unknown.
*Mary… really young, single and inexperienced.
*The shepherds…pretty unsavory crowd!
3 Periods when the “silence is deafening” shouldn’t be taken to mean God has given up on us!
*400 years of silence
4 The Lord is able to penetrate the heart of every single person on the planet with His message!
The Christmas story is especially instructive in this regard, considering the individuals He reached out to after His extended period of silence. In essence…No one is beyond His reach and social status is a non-issue!
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The Magi…Arab astrologers
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Zechariah and Elizabeth…old and disappointed
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Mary… preoccupied with her imminent marriage
*Local Shepherds…enduring the worst part of their year
5 The incredible events that make up the Christmas story are arguably the centerpiece of human history! But what we don’t want to miss is that, embedded in this amazing piece of history, are some essentials we need to live by going forward!
Central to this amazing event in history are some principles observed in the direct interactions between Heaven and Earth. As we observe the Lord embracing these common, people from various backgrounds, whose lives would literally change history, we should take special note of how God worked with these people in bringing Heaven’s will about.
These are a few of God’s ways on display;
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The Lord spoke few (but very impactful) words.
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The vast majority of the time they were heard in
moments of quiet solitude.
- Crowds and high emotion are absent in virtually
every setting in scripture where significant words
were given to an individual.
- The words people received, tended to
motivate them to action regardless of the risks.
- Always remember, there is much happening
behind the scenes that only the “seekers” see
and things being revealed that only the “hearers”
hear!
“It is the glory of God to conceal a matter,
But the glory of kings is to search out a matter.”
King Solomon, Proverbs 25:2
Walking out the promises of God doesn't always look like what we thought it would look like. In this podcast, Pastor Josh Thompson explores the story of Mary when she found out she was due to give birth to her son, Jesus.
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Fasting is all about the posture of our hearts. In this message, Pastor Josh Thompson lays out biblical insight and wisdom to fasting as well as calling the church to a corporate fast from January 6 through January 26 of 2020.
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In this episode, Heath Adamson shares insight from Matthew chapter 20 and the story of the blind beggar. We're learning how to see from the blind man.
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The book of Ephesians, in chapters 4-6 provides us with a set of waypoints that we should find ourselves passing through on the journey of faith the Lord has called us to. It is very important to note that these are not a list of behaviors that we accomplish on our own in some kind of legalistic fleshly effort. They are however decisive behaviors that are inspired and enabled by the indwelling Spirit of God!
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We need the wisdom of heaven to know when to speak and what to speak. Pastor Josh Thompson examines various Proverbs that show us the true power and impact of our words. Week 2 in the series, "What Are You Saying?"
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We need the wisdom of heaven to know when to speak and what to speak. Pastor Josh Thompson examines various Proverbs that show us the true power and impact of our words.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, Mo.
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It's possible to become too familiar with something of absolute value. In the book of Daniel, there were two kings who realized this in its full drama, a servant who did not hold back the truth, and God who was rich in mercy and grace. Take a listen as Heath Adamson sheds light on such an important topic.
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Keeping the mission is fueled by the love of Christ. It's what motivates us to pursue Him and live out His gospel. Pastor Josh Thompson shares and encourages all to be fueled by Christ's love for all because we are His ambassadors.
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Decisions Have Descendants 10/20/2019
Whether we like it or not our decisions will populate the future!
For instance, two men lived in the state of New York during the first half of the 1700’s. One was Max Jukes and the other was Jonathan Edwards, each had numerous descendants and a lasting legacy:
Max Jukes
Did not believe in Christ
Refused to take his children to church, even when they asked him to go
He had 1026 descendants
300 were sent to prison (average incarceration 13 years)
190 were public prostitutes
680 were admitted alcoholics
His family cost the state of New York $420,000 by the time the article was written
Jonathan Edwards
Loved the lord and had his children in church every Sunday
Had 929 descendants
420 were ministers
86 were University professors
13 were University Presidents
75 authored good books
7 were elected to Congress
1 was Vice-President of the United States
His family never cost the state one dime, yet contributed immeasurably to our country
The Potential Factor
Every decision will release its energy upon the future!
Our thoughts carry potential and our decisions release it!
As a young boy I was taught to shoot a gun. The fact of the power and range of my ammunition was stressed every time I was allowed to fire a weapon.
The Cardinal Rule in the decision to fire was:
“check downrange- make sure of your target!”
With this in mind:
Let’s consider for a moment…
…Eve beside the tree
…Cain alone with Abel
…Moses seeing what looks like a bush on fire
…Moses, a rod and a rock
…Caleb and Joshua-what to report?
…Abraham and Sarai- thinking maybe Hagar might
be God’s answer
…David deciding to stay home from battle
…A rich young ruler struggling with his investments
…Jesus weighing the Father’s will against His own
… Pilot deciding not to decide
…Ananias and Saphira deciding to lie
It’s plain to see from these few examples that;
The momentous often is hiding amidst the mundane!
It’s very obvious that a different decision in each case would have resulted in a very different outcome!
Question:
Is there any significant personal decision I can casually dismiss as “no big deal”?
I saw a quote one time I thought said it well:
“Life is what happens while you are planning more important things.”
Question: How am I going to live with the pressure, considering the fact that my decisions will have such a major impact on the future?
Thankfully, as believers, we have a massive amount of principles and promises from the Lord that assure us of His ever-present guidance and interest in leading us toward good results. His repeated promises of provision, protection, direction and even redemption and restoration not only make decision making less stressful but potentially exciting!
So, as a first order of business… FEAR NOT!
Let’s look at a very small sample of the many promises the lord has given to those of us who seek His direction…
These three verses provide what I refer to a kind of general “Atmospherics” to bear in mind as we approach a life filled with decisions…
…Psalm 119:105… (immediate and intermediate direction from God’s word)
…Galatians 5:16… (invites us to walk in the Spirit to avoid fleshly mistakes)
…Philippians 2:13… (indicates that God is at work in a submitted heart to provide the desire and ability to accomplish His will)
…Proverbs 2 and 3… (provide a beautiful guide to the attitudes and activities that will result in God’s direction, protection and wisdom in light of the choices we face)
Let me leave you today with a checklist of situations and attitudes I have identified in the Scriptures and in my experience that I hope you will consider when contemplating a decision.
Be careful about decisions made WHEN…
…You’re feeling weary, hungry, ill or otherwise physically distressed. (Esau… Genesis 25:29-34; Jesus… Matthew 4:1-11)
…You’re feeling devastated, overwhelmed and hopeless.
(Job… Job 2:7-10; The 10 Spies…Numbers 13:31-14:4; Saul…I Samuel 28:5-20)
…You’re being influenced by unusually strong emotions.
(Samson…Judges 16:4-20; The Disciples…Luke 9:54-56)
…You’re feeling self-satisfied or flattered.
(King David…II Samuel 11:1-17; Herod…Acts 12:21-23)
…You make assumptions based on previous success (yours or other’s). (Israel…Numbers 14:40-45; Paul… Acts 16:6-7; Seven Sons of Sceva…Acts 19:14-16)
…You’ve not properly counted the cost. (Tower builders…Luke 14:28-30; Adulterers…Proverbs 5:1-23)
…You feel you just need to DO something! (Abram…Genesis 16:1-12; Saul…I Samuel 13:9-14)
…You’re recovering from a major loss or suffering from significant levels of depression or confusion. (James 1:8; I Corinthians 14:33)
…You’re tempted to act out of anger, revenge or jealousy. (Moses…Numbers 20:7-12; An angry man…Proverbs 19:19; 27:4; Absalom…II Samuel 13-18)
… God seems far away due to prayerlessness and broken relationship. (King Saul…I Samuel 28:5-8; Judas…Matthew 27:3-5)
1 Corinthians chapter 13 has been well known as the "love chapter" of the Bible. Many have often applied this to marriage ceremonies, but today, Pastor Josh Thompson rescues this chapter and shares it as its original intent. Love can be defined. It's defined in the form of a man named Jesus and this is his characteristics as well as ours, as we follow him.
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The Bible is full of stories of men and women who listened to their Heavenly Father and responded in His way. Pastor Kristi Thompson shares the two stories of boys in crisis, who would respond to their Father and change history.
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Jesus has called us all to become love; The truest and most potent form of the Gospel. Pastor Josh Thompson continues his series, The Way.
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"The anointing is when divine resource and human authenticity collide." Heath Adamson shares an impactful message of hope on this week's Sunday podcast.
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We are made alive in Christ. Once dead in our trespasses, but now made in life-union with Jesus Christ. Pastor Josh Thompson exhorts from John 15 in this week's sermon, Continuous Connection.
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The point of view we have absolutely affects every aspect of our lives (emotionally, spiritually, intellectually, culturally, relationally, financially, etc.)! Pastor Gary Hay shares how we need to receive a vision from on high to stay focused on what really matters in part 2 of the message, "Chasing Horizons."
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When we become believers, we are supposed to do what Jesus taught the disciples to do. Doing what Jesus would do if He were us. Pastor Josh Thompson releases insight into how the church is supposed to move and expect the miraculous.
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The Bible is full of men and women who acted in obedience and received God's provision. Pastor Josh Thompson looks at various stories in the Bible where God's children lacked nothing according to their response to their Father.
Recorded live at Hope Church in Springfield, Mo. on Sunday, August 11th, 2019.
The Psalms are full of expressions of worship to God. Pastor Josh Thompson and Pastor Charity Herrmann share insight and encourage us all to be extravagant worshippers.
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Your story has power! Pastor Josh Thompson looks at John chapter 9 as he shares beautiful insight on how your story can change and impact culture.
Jesus used this analogy to address the concerns of some religious people who were apparently offended. Their issues centered around the fact that He was not leading His disciples to follow some traditional practices they believed godly people should observe. While these words were originally directed to the individuals who confronted Him, they are also meant to burn a truth into our own hearts that we dare not forget!
Have you ever just felt like your circumstances were painting you into a corner and “defining” you? Jesus was sent to obliterate these false definitions. Pastor Gary Hay gives insight into the story of Bartimaeus.
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Living in a culture and time that can be disorienting doesn't mean that God is not in the action. He's in the center of the action and is saying to His church that now is a Time for Open Doors. Pastor Tom Deuschle examines scripture and encourages us to look and walk through open doors as did some of the brave men and women throughout history.
In the book of Acts, The followers of Jesus were transforming their city by displaying the Gospel. This not only brought the miraculous but added people to the body of Christ, daily. Pastor Josh Thompson encourages those to live in a reality of the kingdom of heaven that will change cities and add to the body of Christ.
The Church is meant to be full of encounter. Encountering Jesus personally and corporately. Pastor Josh Thompson shares with those that when you encounter Jesus, you are forever changed.
God is not waiting for us to get to heaven before he releases His power. He is actively and currently pouring out His Spirit on all flesh. The Church I See (Full of Power) is a look at the bride of Christ full of power demonstrating the gospel through love and serving others.
Pastor Josh Thompson shares in part 1 of the series, "The Church I See." Reading from the book of Acts, Pastor Josh shares how the church is to be full or the Holy Spirit. Join in and watch this impactful message of hope.
Searching for university, finding Truth with a collected group of people, can only be found one way, Through Jesus Christ. Pastor Gary Hay shares this imperative message to inspire and encourage you.
The attributes of a person, the qualities in which we leave as people encounter us matters. Pastor Gary Hay teaches on why it's important to cultivate the "essence" of who we are. That essence only comes from one source, Jesus Christ.
Are we a people who settle in past glories, or are we a people who move from glory to glory. Pastor Jim Hennesy encourages as he teaches how to truly live from glory to glory.
God entrusted His story and the rest of history to us. We then must become vessels that are constantly being poured into and poured out of.
God wanted to build a family from the very beginning. Pastor Gary Hay shares how God had each of us in mind while designing His family, pursuing, His family, and redeeming His family.
It's time to possess the land that God has called you to. Pastor Josh Thompson encourages to take action in what God has called you to.
Increasing your altitude will in return cause you to see further. Pastor Gary shares insight into seeing things the way God sees them.
Setting our minds on things above and hearing the voice of the Lord is something we were all made to do. Pastor Gary Hay encourages as he shares on hearing the voice of the Lord.
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