Anchored In Hope: Recent Episodes
Russ Harper
Anchored in Hope: Russ Harper will discuss news stories, hot topics of our society, history, theology, and whatever else is trending. This podcast is anchored in Hope. Every episode will leave you encouraged and full of Hope.
We are called to be a people who forgive. Christ has forgiven us. He has shown us grace and mercy. We must also forgive. Release the person today and free yourself from the bondage of unforgiveness. Ephesians 4:32 / Mark 11:25 / Colossians 3:13
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Spend time in prayer today. It is one of the most powerful weapons we have as Christ Followers. Pray and watch things change in your life and the life of others. Slow down and make the effort to pray every day. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 / Philippians 4:6
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Whatever you do, do it with excellence. God requires us to be people of excellence. He has given us the gifts and talents to bring glory to Him. Colossians 3:23 / Daniel 6:3
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Make peace today. Don't get caught in useless conversations or Facebook wars. Be people of peace. Don't cast your pearls before swine. Matthew 7:6 / Romans 12:18
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Today is Good Friday. This is the day we remember what Christ has done for us. He died on the cross for our sins. In His death we have freedom and life. Matthew 27
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Maundy means mandatory or command. It comes from John 13 where after the Last Supper Jesus washed the disciples feet. Leaving them a command to do just as He did. Now we have that same command as well as remembering the Lord's Supper. So today remember what Christ has done by partaking of communion and serving one another. John 13 / Matthew 26
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Today is the day that Judas agreed to betray Jesus. We all have probably had a moment where someone we trusted and loved betrayed us. Jesus didn't let this betrayal move Him. There was something greater that had to happen. Don't let it move you either. Jesus is working something out in you and it is greater than the betrayal. Matthew 26
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The same crowd that shouted Hosanna, Hosanna eventually shouted crucify Him. They were influenced by the wrong people, the mob mentality won the day. Don't let others influence you. Know the truth, believe the truth and stand on the truth even when no one else does. (Matthew 27:16-26 / John 8:32)
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Rejoice as we enter into Holy week looking forward to Easter and remembering all that God has done for us. He sent His Son, Jesus, who paid the price for our sin. Something the Old Testament (Covenant) could not do entirely. Jesus ushered in the New Covenant and once and for all paid the price. Matthew 26 / Hebrews 10
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In Luke 19 we see Jesus entry into Jerusalem. He knew full well what lied ahead yet He still went into Jerusalem. He knew the storm that was coming but He didn't run away He ran through. I encourage you today as you see the storm approaching, be like Jesus and keep going even into and through the storm knowing God is with you and will see you through.
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1 Corinthians 13. Put on love today and watch the atmosphere around you change. Watch your situation change. Love truly does conquer all.
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Praise God today. No matter where you find yourself just begin to praise Him. It makes the enemy uncomfortable and gives you the weapon to defeat the enemy. If we don't creation will and as the old song used to say "Ain't no rock gonna cry in my place" Luke 19:28-40. The people praised Jesus on His entry into Jerusalem and it made Jesus' enemies uncomfortable and angry. When we Praise Him today, even in our trials, it too makes our enemy uncomfortable because he knows he has lost.
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Make yourself available today to the Holy Spirit. Allow Him to use the gifts in your life to bless others. Remember you are part of the body of Christ and the body cannot function without you. I need you and you need me. 1 Corinthians 12
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Seek His deliverance in your life from the things that have been holding you back. John 8:32 / Psalm 34:4 / Psalm 107:6
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Don't despise the fire / trial that you are currently in. Trust in God and know that He will see you through and that trials come to make you stronger. God is working something out it you. Trust Him today and persevere. James 1:2-4 / 1 Peter 4:12-13 / Philippians 1:6
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Have courage today. God is with you. Courage is not the absence of fear, rather the mastery of it. Joshua 1:9
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It is important for us to learn to serve others. Jesus commanded it and we should live it. I pray God will give you the heart of a servant today. Mark 9:35 / 1 Peter 4:10
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Don't give up. Pursue God and follow Him as you pursue the dreams/visions He has given you. Galatians 6:9
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In what do you place your identity? Temporal and material things come and go but Christ Jesus never changes. Wrap your identity in Him today.
Ephesians 2:10 / Jeremiah 1:5 / Galatians 2:20 / Psalm 139
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Spring time brings that renewal we all search for after a long winter. Jesus came to renew us from death and He continues to renew us through His Holy Spirit each day. Allow Him to renew you today. His mercies are renewed every morning! Lamentations 3:22-23
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Trust in Christ Jesus even in the middle of the storm. Mark 4
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I am thankful for the leading of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Allow the Holy Spirit accede to your lives today. He is waiting on you to yield your life to Him today. Jesus sent Him to be lead us, guide us, illuminate His Word to us. Be thankful today for the Holy Spirit. John 16:1-15.
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Revelation 7:9-10 and 1 Corinthians 12 tell us about the importance of diversity in the body of Christ. We are people with many hits, talents, treasures, backgrounds, ethnicities etc. and we are called to work together and move in unity as the body of Christ. Let us learn to celebrate our differences and glorify God in those differences.
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I often see Christians turning to horoscopes and astrology. I encourage you today to turn away from those things and seek the Creator rather than the created. Romans 1:25 / Deuteronomy 18
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We all want the Abundant Life that Jesus talks about in John 10:10 but we miss the way to that life which is found in John 15:1-8. Learn to abide in Hime today for the Abiding Life is the Abundant Life.
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Let us remember this Easter season what God has done for us. Remember that He loves us and is for us. Be encouraged today as you read Romans 5:1-11
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Be encouraged today with this humorous story that has a lot of life lessons for us as believers. Hebrews 12:2
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It is so important for us as believers to get into the presence of God. Make it a habit in your life today to spend time in His presence each day.
Psalm 16:11
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We all need rest. Even Jesus knew when He needed to take a break. Learn to stop and rest today. You will be better and stronger for the kingdom of God if you are truly refreshed. Mark 6:31 / Matthew 11:28
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Are you running on empty today? Allow the Holy Spirit to fill you afresh today and everyday. Don't let your spiritual tank get empty. Pay attention to the warning lights in your life and refuel each day. Ephesians 5:18
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Tell your testimony today. Someone needs to hear it. Someone needs to know what God has done for you. Revelation 12:11
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Learning to walk in the fruit of the Spirit. It's all or nothing. Galatians 5:19; 22-23
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Let us learn to live and walk in unity with each other. 1 Corinthians 1:10
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Find your strength in Christ Jesus today. Isaiah 41:10 / 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
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Finding the Truth. In a world of lies and manipulation it is important for us to find and hold fast to the truth. Acts 17:11-13
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Be thankful for the grace of God today. Extend that same grace towards others. 1 Corinthians 12:9 / Ephesians 2:8
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What are you doing with your time? We all have an expiration date. Are you living in a way that makes the best use of the time God has given you? Psalm 90:12
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It is important for us in this Christian walk to be people who display gratitude. What are you thankful for today?
Colossians 3:15-17
Romans 5:8
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In a world of chaos it is comforting to know that we can still have peace. John 16:33
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Things are happening in our world today and many are claiming the sky is falling but is that what we are supposed to be doing as
Christians?
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Often times we run after things that we think will make us rich or successful only to be disappointed time and time again. Its because we have forgotten where our strength and power lie. It lies in Christ Jesus. Run after Him today. Matthew 6:33
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Breakthrough is around the corner for many of us. However we must keep fighting and pushing through to see it come to fruition. Fight for your breakthrough today.
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Storms of life come for all of us. We must keep our eyes on Jesus in order to make it through and not sink. Matthew 14:22-33
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Gentleness....it is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)
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Learning to be content with where God has you. Philippians 4:11-13
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May the peace of God reign in your life today. Philippians 4:7
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The Joy of the Lord is my strength! It is important for us to understand it and live it on a daily basis regardless of our circumstances.
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Thinking about the faithfulness of God today.
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the Bible tells us over and over not to fear, yet many still do. Keeping your eyes on Jesus and trusting in His Word will help you overcome the fear that is in your life.
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Saying no to discouragement/Depression 1 Samuel 30:6
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Saying no to temptation is a critical part of our walk with Christ. Paul reminds us that we can do just that in 1 Corinthians 10:12-13
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Learning to say not to the lies we tell others and the lies we tell ourselves.
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We must not limit God through our unbelief nor should we limit what God wants to do in our lives by limiting ourselves. Just say no to limits today!
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Stop putting labels on yourself. Im no good, im not smart etc. God has gifted you, equipped you and called you. Cast off those labels today and be free to pursue God and all He has for you.
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What legacy are you building today for the next generation? Luke 12:15 (Its not about possessions)
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The importance of sharing your testimony.
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We are talking about the Public Education System here in America and our beloved Virginia. We are at a crossroads and our education system is failing and collapsing. The question is: Can it be redeemed or should we resist the urge to fix this broken system and build something new altogether.
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Know today that God loves you (1 John 4 / Romans 8:37-39 / Romans 5:7-12)
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I share with you today some spiritual and practical guidelines that I have used in my life over the years.
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Spend time together today. Put down the devices for a minute and just be with each other, the real each other.
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Morning Inspiration for January 18, 2022
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Morning Inspiration January 12
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Remembering the "God moments" in your life. Deuteronomy 6:4-12
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Part two of my interview with Mr Ronald Rytter, my friend and neighbor who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. This second half of the interview Mr Ron tells us about his wife, children, time in Vietnam and his secret to life itself. It is my wife of honoring Mr. Ron while he is still with us and chronicling his life (though in a very small way) so that we have his voice, wisdom and love to carry with us even after he has taken his last steps here on this earth.
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This episode I had the opportunity to interview my neighbor and friend Mr. Ronald Rytter. He has been diagnosed with terminal cancer and I wanted to honor his life as a life well lived. So I invite him to tell his story about his diagnosis and share other stories about his life.
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God has given you purpose. He has a plan for your life. Jeremiah 29:11; Ephesians 1:11
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The Provisions of God: Philippians 4:19 / Matthew 6:33
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You are chosen by God for extraordinary things. John 15:16 / Ephesians 1:1-3
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This episode of Anchored in Hope we deal with the raging "cancel culture" issue in our society today. Join me and my special guest (Saffi Harper) as we discuss this issue.
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Daily inspiration from Pastor Russ of Hope Church Newport News
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