Hope City Church with James Epperly: Recent Episodes
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Have you ever felt like you've failed God? Like you’ve strayed too far to ever return? In this powerful message from Pastor James Epperly, "Meet Me in Galilee," we dive into Jesus’ invitation to His disciples—even after their greatest failure. Discover how restoration is possible no matter how far you've fallen. Learn why Jesus calls us to circle back to where it all began and how His love never gives up on us. If you need a fresh start, this message is for you!
This sermon is a passionate call for believers to stop living a “manual,” self-directed faith and instead fully surrender to God’s “supernatural” leading. It is a challenge to abandon shallow or partial involvement in spiritual things, step beyond comfort zones, and let the “river run.”ABOUT HOPE CITY CHURCH: Hope City Church is a life-giving church in the Lancaster Pennsylvania area and is led by Pastor James Epperly. We exist so that people who are far from God can experience the hope found in Jesus Christ. Visit www.HopeCity.TV for more information! To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://subsplash.com/u/hopecitychurchpa/give If you’ve just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: https://hopecity.tv/share-your-story
In this powerful sermon based on 1 Kings 18, we explore how Elijah's unwavering faith broke the spirit of Baal and restored God's favor over Israel. Drawing parallels to today's world, Pastor James emphasizes the importance of forecasting God's favor in every area of our lives—family, finances, health, and opportunities. With personal testimonies, declarations of faith, and a call to realignment with God's Word, this message inspires us to embrace 2025 as a year of restoration, freedom, and divine breakthrough. Whether you're seeking clarity, healing, or a fresh start, this sermon reminds us that God’s blessings are on the horizon—let’s get ready for another miracle!
In this inspiring sermon, Pastor James Epperly unpacks the promises of Isaiah 61:1-3, declaring "The Year of the Lord’s Favor" over every area of our lives. This message highlights how God’s favor brings restoration, healing, and breakthrough, even in the midst of challenging seasons. If you’re seeking a fresh start, this sermon will inspire you to trust God, move forward, and boldly declare His favor in 2025!
Discover the five incredible gifts that Jesus brings to us at Christmas, as revealed in Isaiah 9. From light in the darkness to joy in despair, freedom from oppression, heaven to earth, and the fulfillment of God's promises, this message from Pastor James explores the profound meaning of Christ's coming. Join us as we reflect on the hope, peace, and joy available to everyone through Jesus. Don't miss this inspiring reminder of God's love this holiday season!
Do you feel like the holiday season leaves you more drained than fulfilled? In this powerful message, we confront the thief described in John 10:10 who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy the abundant life God intends for us. Discover how to take back what has been stolen from your life—your peace, purpose, joy, and blessings. In this sermon, we’ll explore: How to identify and confront the tactics of the enemy. The biblical promise of divine recovery and restoration. Stories of faith, including miraculous testimonies of God’s provision. How to shift from hollow holidays to meaningful celebrations. Don’t let the enemy rob you of the life Jesus died to give you. Learn how to stand in faith, declare divine recovery, and embrace the fullness of God's promises.
In this powerful sermon, Pastor James Epperly reveals the supernatural power of Thanksgiving and how it transforms lives. Learn how intentional gratitude unlocks God’s blessings, brings restoration, and aligns us with His will. Through inspiring biblical examples like Jesus feeding the 5,000 (John 6:11) and the grateful leper (Luke 17:13–19), Pastor James shows how Thanksgiving shifts focus from problems to God’s promises and invites His miraculous power into every situation. Discover how living a lifestyle of Thanksgiving can lead to spiritual victory and a deeper connection with God. Don’t miss this life-changing message!
This is 'The Power of the Lord’s Table.' Holy Communion is more than just a wafer and wine—it represents our covenant of deliverance through the body and blood of Jesus. In this message by James Epperly, explore the significance of the New Testament Last Supper. At His table, we encounter miracles, healing, protection, and the presence of the Lord.
Join us as we explore the core of truly spending meaningful time with the Lord. Beyond mere rituals or schedules, it focuses on building a sincere and heartfelt connection with God, emphasizing the value of patiently being in His presence. While listening, you'll discover: ➡️The life-changing influence of close encounters with God. ➡️Biblical passages that emphasize the importance of personal interaction with the Lord. ➡️The benefits and insights that come from making God a priority in our lives. ➡️Practical advice and techniques to deepen your bond with Him.
Do you feel held back by your past or stuck in the present? You’re desperate for hope—wanting to believe there’s good ahead. There is. God has so much in store for your life!ABOUT HOPE CITY CHURCH: Hope City Church is a life-giving church in the Lancaster Pennsylvania area and is led by Pastor James Epperly. We exist so that people who are far from God can experience the hope found in Jesus Christ. Visit www.HopeCity.TV for more information!
Join us as we explore the aspect of the Holy Spirit that guides us in producing lasting fruit! You may be able to claim fruit, fake fruit, or post online as if you have fruit, but your best self effort will never create the genuine article. Throughout human history, people have tried, struggled, and ultimately failed until they realized that only the Spirit can bring forth enduring fruit!ABOUT HOPE CITY CHURCH: Hope City Church is a life-giving church in the Lancaster Pennsylvania area and is led by Pastor James Epperly. We exist so that people who are far from God can experience the hope found in Jesus Christ. Visit www.HopeCity.TV for more information!
In this message, Jake Kail shares on the power of one encounter with God. When we encounter Jesus, there is transformation, freedom, and a release into our calling. One encounter with God can change our lives forever!
This message gives encouragement and practical insights on how to cultivate warm & meaningful conversations & connections with others. It is by intentionally developing these skills we are given wonderful opportunities to share our faith.
The cave in David's life was a crucial period for spiritual growth and reflection, revealing insights and lessons he wouldn't have grasped on the mountaintop. In this dark, challenging space, David wrestled with his feelings of betrayal and distress, but he used this time to deepen his relationship with God, leading to the creation of powerful Psalms. The cave, though uncomfortable, was a necessary season for his development, not his permanent dwelling. In this message, Pastor James Epperly reminds us that God uses these seasons for our growth, preparing us for greater things beyond the cave.
In Luke 5, Simon Peter’s encounter with Jesus challenges us to reconsider what we hold most dear. When Jesus tells Peter to drop his nets after a fruitless night of fishing, Peter’s obedience results in a miraculous catch, revealing Jesus’ divine power. This pivotal moment shifts Peter’s view of Jesus from “Master” to “Lord,” prompting him to leave behind his successful fishing career. James Epperly teaches that this story isn’t just about a miraculous catch but about the transformative power of surrendering our successes and our failures to God. Trusting Jesus in the small things builds the foundation for greater trust in Him, leading to a deeper, more meaningful purpose in our lives.
Description Pastor James Epperly delivers a compelling sermon titled "The Blessing of Esau." He delves into the difficulties faced by those raised in an era where receiving a blessing appears unattainable. Have you ever experienced the need to fade into the background to avoid confrontation, or felt a lack of love and support within your own household? This sermon speaks directly to you. Explore the defining traits of homes lacking in blessings, which can inflict lasting emotional scars and leave you questioning your worth. Gain insight into how to confront the obstacles presented by an Esau-like upbringing, and liberate yourself from the shackles of past emotional distress.
In this message, Pastor James Epperly teaches on the life of Jacob and the power of living under an open Heaven as we yield ourselves to His working in our lives. Our prayer is that this message will inspire faith in your heart to see God do what you could never have imagined was possible.
In this sermon, Pastor James Epperly shares how we can all live under an open heaven and the revelations that God will grant us when we seek His presence in our lives. It is our hope that this message serves as a source of inspiration and a reflection on the kindness and abundance of our Creator!
Uncover the deep meaning behind 'Hidden Promises' with James Epperly. Within this message, Pastor James delves into the importance of God's undisclosed promises in our daily lives and how they will eventually come to light. It is now the moment to embrace the promise that God has given you.
Jen Booher explores an often-overlooked miracle where Jesus, even in His hardest moment healed a severed ear. This miracle of preservation teaches us a profound lesson about maintaining your peace and purpose in moments of pressure.
We need to do the one thing that is important. God is longing to have deep communion with us. We are so tide up to superficial things that we lose sight of what really is important. In perspective, everything can wait, but there is one things that cannot and that is our time with God.
Description Jesus is Good News! In this message from Pastor James Epperly highlights the importance of spreading the same message that John the Baptist preached long ago. Just as John proclaimed to the world that Jesus is Good News, we are called to do the same today. Jesus' message is one of redemption for all, and we are now entrusted with the task of sharing it with the world.
This message gives insight on how to maintain the desire to be a witness for Christ. It explains the importance of cultivating the two sides of the gospel. One side being the glorious gospel & all Jesus did for us through redemption. The other is the reality of the lostness of people without Christ.
In this powerful message, we're reminded of the profound importance of loving our neighbors as ourselves. This isn't just a nice suggestion, but a core principle repeated throughout Scripture, from Leviticus to the Gospels and Epistles. We're challenged to see this command as the pattern of life in God's kingdom, contrasting sharply with the world's ways. It's a call to lift our neighborhoods through small acts of kindness and to recognize that proximity, not sameness, defines our neighbors.
This message explores the power of pursuing God. Just as Elijah called for a drought to turn Israel back to God, we can declare a drought to 'dry up' the things in our lives that have pushed God to the back seat. By turning our focus back to God, we declare that we want God to be our priority again and to lead every aspect of our lives.
Description In this powerful message, we are reminded of the transformative power of our beliefs. The story of Jehoshaphat and his army facing overwhelming odds illustrates how believing in God's promises can lead to miraculous victories. We learn that the outcome of the battles we face in life is often determined not just by our circumstances, but by what we choose to believe about God and His power. Pastor James encourages us to put our faith in God above all else, worshipping Him even in the midst of life's challenges, knowing that He is our constant source of strength.
In this message, Pastor James Epperly will be diving into the fullness of who the Holy Spirit is, and how we can be empowered by a new awareness of the Spirit of Christ within us.
In this teaching we see four lessons in the story of the Shunammite woman that we should pay careful attention to and implement in our own lives.
Pastor James Epperly offers insightful wisdom on how believers in Jesus Christ can experience victory in life by exercising their authority and discerning the distinction between God's role and the responsibilities He has assigned to us.One key aspect Pastor Epperly highlights is the authority believers have been given through their relationship with Jesus Christ. As followers of Christ, we have the privilege to access and wield spiritual authority to overcome challenges, fulfill our purpose, and impact the world around us. This authority is not derived from our own abilities but is rooted in our identity as children of God and joint heirs with Christ.
Like the Sons of Issachar, God would have us to understand the times with knowledge of what we should do as the people of God.
It's so easy to get drawn into an offense and not realize the negative impact and the consequences it has on your life. Everyone feels offended at one point or another, but there are ways to not hold onto the offense. In this message, Pastor James shares how we can conquer the temptation to become offended.
Pastor James shares crucial insights in 'Get Your Head In The Right Place,' offering essential tools to empower your soul and providing valuable guidance to assist us in facing the trials of life. Our prayer is that you gain tactics to enhance your mental strength, reinforce your spiritual core, and approach the future with trust and determination.
Jesus' resurrection sparked a revolutionary movement that transformed the world. This event emboldened His disciples to spread the Gospel far and wide, despite facing immense persecution and opposition. The resurrection became the cornerstone of their teachings, and the modern church. To this day, the resurrection remains the central message, symbolizing the transformative power of faith and serving as a catalyst for a movement that continues to inspire and change the world. In this message, Pastor James will help unpack how we can also experience the power of the the Resurrection.
There is great power in the blood of Jesus. All too often, the real value of the divine blood of Jesus has been ignored by the Christian world; but man's greatest connection to God is through the divine blood. Life-changing salvation only comes through the blood of Jesus. It not only affects our eternal salvation, but has so much power to transform a life for the here and now!
Are you living in Lo Debar? God has something better for you. His Word promises to deliver a breakthrough. Just as King David invited Mephibosheth out of Lo Debar to eat at the King’s table, God’s breakthrough for you is closer than you think. Are you ready to sit at the King’s table?
Have you ever thought about faith being a bit scary? Could it be that the direction of our lives is leading us to a next step that may not seem thrilling at first? Even if we are afraid, could following through still be considered obedient? And is it possible that there is a positive side to the fear of missing out that we should welcome?
We know that our God is all-knowing, all-powerful, omnipresent, all-loving, and without limitation. We also are aware that our knowledge, wisdom, love, and power are limited. Let us discover what happens when our infinite God touches finite humanity.
In this message, Pastor James Epperly emphasizes the importance of believing in and experiencing the love of God. It highlights that knowing and trusting in God's love can bring healing, deliverance, and victorious outcomes in every situations. You will be encouraged to have a personal relationship with God and to trust in His unwavering love.
God’s favor will change your life, and you already have it ! The bible says that Jesus grew in favor with God and Man. As a born again believer we should continually be going from increase to increase. The bible says Favor will cause you to walk in strength and do mighty exploits.. our generation is in desperate need for Gods favor to be on our lives. Check out Pastor Travis word for practical steps in growing in Favor with God and man
Pastor James Epperly discusses the significance of having a supernatural perspective in our lives as followers of Christ. Our hope is that this sermon will inspire and empower you to have strong faith and witness God's triumph in your own life.
Message Description Within the Bible, there is mention of a spiritual dimension that requires both prayer and fasting in order to overcome. This understanding was evident to individuals such as Daniel, Paul, and Jesus. It is crucial for you to also grasp this concept. There are circumstances in your life that cannot be resolved solely through a powerful prayer; you must engage in fasting alongside your prayers. This sermon will enlighten you on how the physical act of fasting influences God's intervention in your life.
Welcome to the online campus of Hope City Church.Discover more at: linktr.ee/HopeCityChurchPA
Welcome to the online campus of Hope City Church.Discover more at: linktr.ee/HopeCityChurchPA
This message by James Epperly discusses the importance of appreciating the seemingly insignificant miracles that God blesses us with in our daily lives. Our hope is that this sermon will inspire a greater sense of gratitude in your heart for the past, present, and future works of God.
Get ready for a year of fulfillment! In this inspiring message from Pastor James Epperly during Vision Weekend, we are reminded that God has plans to bless our future and that it is our destiny to live a life filled with meaning. By intentionally pursuing our purpose, we can bridge the divide between our current position and the extraordinary future that God has in store for us.
Jesus came as Light in a world overcome by sin and darkness. The only pathway out of darkness and into the Kingdom of Light is repentance.
In Matthew's gospel (5:6) we read, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.”You can't help but walk in God blessings when you have an appetite for more.We as a body of believers need to stay Hungry for Gods results to our prayers. We need to start praying on purpose and expect no prayer to go without result.
In this sermon, Pastor James Epperly speaks on cultivating a deep and fervent longing for God in our daily lives. Our hope is that this message inspires and strengthens your belief as you seek to deepen your relationship with God and understand His yearning to be close to you.
The Real Me dives deep into the Word of God to destroy negative words and mindsets, generational curses, and past experiences so you can discover peace with the real you.
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When faced with spiritual and physical battles, it is natural to feel exhausted and tempted to abandon the fight. However, Pastor James enlightens us in this sermon, revealing that finding solace in the work of the cross and taking time to rest can surprisingly become a tactic in the midst of our spiritual warfare.
Recorded live at Hope City's Candy-Palooza 2023, Pastor James brings a message to encourage us to be on the lookout for invading negative thoughts that if left unchecked, can become mind monsters.
1 Corinthians 13 gives us a road map of how to love other people. In this message by Pastor James Epperly, we discover that our greatest weapon in spiritual warfare is our ability to choose love. It can be the key to seeing significant breakthrough in your world.
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In the opening of our Warfare Handbook series, Pastor James brings opens the Word to show us how nostalgia can actually keep us in a state of comparing our past. We become blinded to what God can do in our present and future when we are trapped in the past. It's good to remember the faithfulness of God in our lives, but know that what God can do for your future will be better.
Have you been feeling stuck - maybe with a sin or habit that you just can't seem to overcome? Or maybe with a heaviness, weariness, or depression? How is your relationship with Jesus? Have you been feeling like your just going through the motions because this is what you're supposed to do? When was the last time you used your gifting's to help or serve someone else? Let's get unstuck! Let's stir some stuff up!
In the first chapter of Ephesians, the Apostle Paul prayers for the body of Christ. His prayer prophetically lays out steps for the believer. We are encouraged to continually seek after revelation knowledge in order to Know God. Doing this, allows the needs of life to perfectly come into alignment with what Heaven has pre destined for us..
In this message Pastor James Epperly challenges us to keep doing good, even when it's not easy. Why? Because we'll reap a harvest if we don't give up.
In "What Your Soul Needs," Pastor James Epperly shares how to take inventory of the health of our soul, plus 3 key things our soul needs.
God confirms the importance of unity in John 17. His pray is that the body of Christ is One as Christ and the Father are one. Lets make all effort to live in unity, as a result he will command the blessing.
In this message, Pastor James Epperly teaches how living with an faith is an act of worship to God. Our prayer is that this sermon would allow God to encourage and strengthen you to live in His righteousness!
Every believer has been given a shield of faith. In the message Pastor James Epperly encourage us to rightly use our faith against the arrows of the enemy and how to preserve our faith for generations to come.
In this message, Pastor James Epperly shares a powerful sermon titled, "Back In The Game." Join us as we read through Judges 6 and discuss fundamental truth about the strength and power that comes from walking with the Lord. Our prayer is that this message would give you a foundational understanding of how walking with God can help you fight for your future!
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God is after the One. His heart is that all would come and sit at his feast. You have an inheritance accessible now that is unmoved and unchanged despite your tough season.
This message proclaims that God is sending His fire to equip His Church for the last day Great Awakening and end time harvest. It is time for Christians to prepare and position themselves to receive this Holy Spirit fire. Two areas emphasized are living in a spirit of faith and the importance of being in the plan of God for ones life.
This message proclaims that God is sending His fire to equip His Church for the last day Great Awakening and end time harvest. It is time for Christians to prepare and position themselves to receive this Holy Spirit fire. Two areas emphasized are living in a spirit of faith and the importance of being in the plan of God for ones life.
Encouragement is a God given gift. It can be both a lifeline during troubled times and springboard for God's plan in your life.
When the world is shouting so loud, its so important to be still and know the voice of God. Many times we find ourselves in a place struggling to hear God. Questions arise...God, Where are you? Do you even care? Why am I struggling? Why the pain? Be certain God is in the midst of your world. There are some things in life that need buried in order to birth the new. Pastor Travis leads us into some real life biblical stories that will help us in this journey. Stay alive, stay engaged, God is still working!
Are you unsure of the will of God for your life? In this message, Pastor James teaches us how to discover the will of God by leaning into whatever season of life we find ourselves in.
Do you feel discouraged when things do not turn out like you had hoped? In this message form Pastor James Epperly, learn how you can break out of the prison of perfectionism and enjoy the journey to where you are going.
In this message, Pastor Travis reveals that the fields are ripe and ready for harvest. Jesus did not tell us to hold off until the harvest is ready; He said it is ready now! There is an urgency for this end time harvest and we (the Church) must not miss our opportunity. Let’s continue to pray that God will awaken us, the Church, the laborers and thrust us out to be a part of the great harvest that is at hand. Time is ticking, lives are at stake. Let’s seize the day and seize every opportunity to preach the Gospel because this gospel is the power of God unto salvation.
Don't settle for less that what was provided for you at the cross! In this message from Pastor James, we learn how to live in the blessing of the New Covenant.
Live the life that Christ Jesus died that you could have! In this message from James Epperly, we discover that we are redeemed from the curse and can now receive the blessing of the Lord.
In this illustrated sermon, Pastor James gives a glimpse of what life after the rapture could look like.
Is the antichrist working in our world today? It is a known fact that, in the end of days, the world will be ruled by an evil authoritarian who is called “the man of sin” and “the son of perdition” by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Thessalonians. In this timely message from Pastor James Epperly, discover the signs of the spirit of antichrist at work.
In this message, Pastor James continues exploring the book of Revelation and unpacks the 7 major events that are forecasted in this prophetic book.
In this message, Pastor James continues exploring the book of Revelation and unpacks the 7 major events that are forecasted in this prophetic book.
Where is your energy source coming from? Jen Booher teaches us three keys to leading a life that will keep your batteries charged.
Where is your energy source coming from? Jen Booher teaches us three keys to leading a life that will keep your batteries charged.
Are we living in the last days? What is revealed in the book of Revelation? In this message from Jimmy Epperly, we take a birds eye view of John's Revelation and what it means for us now.
When Mary came to the tomb of Jesus, she completely missed His resurrection from the dead. As the church, find out how we should live so we don't miss Jesus.
In this Good Friday message, Pastor Jimmy shows how God revealed the sacrifice that Christ would make on the cross through His interaction with Moses.
The early church in the book of Acts saw their cities turned upside down for the Gospel. What did they do to experience such a move of God? In this message, Pastor Jimmy Epperly gives us a glimpse of how we can learn to host a move of God in our generation.
The early church in the book of Acts saw their cities turned upside down for the Gospel. What did they do to experience such a move of God? In this message, Pastor Jimmy Epperly gives us a glimpse of how we can learn to host a move of God in our generation.
Sometimes, a small act of obedience is the key to victory in your life. In this timely message from Jimmy Epperly, learn how the anointing is present to empower our obedience to God.
Being in the will of God will enable the anointing to flow unrestricted in your life. In this message, Pastor James challenges us to stay in alignment with God and watch what the anointing will produce in our lives.
Discover how faith puts a demand on the anointing to accomplish the will of God in our lives.
Discover how faith puts a demand on the anointing to accomplish the will of God in our lives.
The anointing is not just something that was reserved exclusively for Jesus and the early church. The anointing is the manifested presence and power of God that is available to every believer today. In this message, Pastor James teaches us how the anointing makes the difference!
A move of God is not something that is reserved for a select few but is available to everyone who wants it. In this message, Pastor Jim walks us through what is required to have a revival.
Pastor James takes us on a deep dive into the teachings from Paul to the Colossians.Discover how, Paul encourages the Colossian Christians to continue growing in their faith and not to be taken captive by empty philosophies and deceitful teachings that are based on human traditions and the elemental spirits of the world, instead of on Christ.
Because of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, we can now enter into a new Kingdom under a new King which will cause you to reign in life.
In this message, Pastor James will teach us how three words sparked a revival in a city and how by following their example, we can experience revival in our own lives.
How can we embrace a future that is unknown with confidence? In this message, Pastor James challenges us to learn to transition well and follow Jesus into the unknown.
Challenging times can make it difficult to keep your focus. in this message from Pastor Sam Smucker, discover how to keep your vision for the future strong despite challenging times.
Some of the greatest things God wants to do in your life come from the most common things. If we don't pay attention, we can miss it. In this message discover how to spot the beauty in the most common things.
When we put our hope in some thing, we invest our energies into what we seek and forge a course of action to support it. Hope propels us toward the destination that God promises each of us.
What do you do when your life feels out of order? Learn three principles to follow to help align our lives and get back in order.
Do you feel tired or weary in your faith? Have you lost the joy you first had at salvation? In this message, Pastor James teaches us how we can experience a personal revival.
Pastor James Epperly brings you the latest worship and teaching from Hope City Church in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.