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In this powerful message, we explore how to navigate life's transitions in a godly way. Building on last week's sermon, we dive deeper into understanding change and how to approach it with faith and wisdom. Key points covered: The difference between change and transition Four main sources of change in our lives Five steps for making a godly transit…
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Discover how to navigate life's changes with confidence in our new series "Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes." In this insightful episode, we explore: Why change is inevitable and how it impacts our lives 3 biblical truths about change that provide a fresh perspective The inspiring story of Abram's major life transition 5 practical keys t…
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Hope Church is celebrating its 46th anniversary. Our church's primary goal is to invite people to discover and experience God's ways. We believe that through Jesus, people can improve their lives. Lead Pastor Matt Sturdevant talked about our history and plans for the future. He explained that we want to grow stronger as a community while also reach…
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Curious about improving your relationships but not sure where to start? This sermon explores a powerful but often overlooked tool: forgiveness. Jake Myers, a local physical therapist and ministry trainee, shares insights on healing not just bodies, but friendships too. He discusses: Why clearing up misunderstandings is crucial (but often awkward) P…
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Giving and Receiving Scriptural Correciton
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Join us for this insightful message on deepening friendships in surprising ways. Antioch Project student Micah Englehart delves into the biblical foundations of true friendship, offering practical wisdom for cultivating deep, lasting connections. Key topics include: • The importance of scriptural correction in friendships • Overcoming barriers to g…
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Here's a YouTube description for the content: Friendship 101: Living an Open and Honest Life In this powerful message, Jacob Johnson shares his personal journey of how friendship saved his marriage and life. He explores the importance of trust in relationships and provides practical tips on how to put off falsehood and speak truthfully to others. K…
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Are you tired of surface-level connections and yearning for deeper, more meaningful friendships? You're not alone. In a world where loneliness has reached epidemic levels, many of us are searching for the secret to forming lasting bonds. Today, we're delving into an intriguing approach to friendship that originates from the Bible. But don't worry i…
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In this thought-provoking message, we delve into the often-overlooked but profoundly important concept of lament in the Bible, particularly focusing on the Book of Psalms. Lead Pastor Matt Sturdevant guides us through a comprehensive exploration of what lament is, why it matters, and how it can be a powerful tool for processing pain and drawing clo…
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This video features a sermon by Associate Pastor Brian Cropp on hymns and their significance in Christian worship. He begins by addressing common misconceptions about hymns, clarifying that they are not just old-fashioned songs but rather songs of praise to God that can be written in contemporary language and musical styles. Pastor Brian explores P…
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In this powerful and insightful message, Pastor Luke explores the crucial theme of passing the baton of faith to the next generation, drawing profound lessons from Psalm 78. Using the analogy of a relay race, where the exchange between runners is the most critical aspect, Luke emphasizes the vital role that fathers and the entire church community p…
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In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Pastor Jeremy takes us on a fascinating journey through Psalm 23, exploring how we can bridge the gap between the ancient wisdom of the Bible and our modern lives. With humor and relatable examples, Jeremy begins by reminiscing about his childhood in the 1980s, highlighting the stark differences between th…
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In this message, Pastor Matt kicks off a new summer sermon series on the Book of Psalms. He shares how the Psalms came alive for him during the difficulties of 2020 and have become a regular part of his devotional life. The Book of Psalms is a unique collection of 150 ancient Hebrew poems, songs, and prayers that span 1000 years of Israel's history…
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In this powerful message, Pastors Matt and Luke and a panel of church leaders explore practical ways to gain traction in your spiritual life. Drawing from the Bible's timeless wisdom, they introduce us to the "Seven Heart Attitudes" - a set of principles that, when applied to our everyday lives, can help us break free from feeling stuck and start m…
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Ever felt stuck in a cycle of bitterness or resentment? Struggling to move on from past hurts? In this powerful message, Pastor Matt dives deep into the topic of forgiveness and shares profound insights that could change your life. You'll discover: What forgiveness is...and what it's NOT The difference between forgiveness, reconciliation, and trust…
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Parenting is quite the adventure, isn't it? It's the most important and rewarding job, but it sure keeps you on your toes! In this message, we examine what God says about family and parenting. God created the family from the very beginning! He intended marriage to be the foundation, with a husband and wife teaming up to do God's will and raise godl…
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Hey there! Ever felt stuck in life, like your battery's dead and you can't get going no matter how hard you try? 🔋🚘 In this message, Pastor Matt Sturdevant from Hope Church has some POWERFUL insights on how Jesus meets us right where we're at to help us get unstuck and moving in the right direction! 🙌 Pastor Matt unpacks a fascinating story from th…
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Hey there! 🙏 Ready to take your prayer life to the next level? In this message, Pastor Matt Sturdevant breaks down the basics of how to pray effectively and connect with God on a deeper level. You'll discover: - 3 key reasons WHY prayer is so important 🤔 - What exactly IS prayer? Hint: it's simpler than you might think! - The ultimate prayer case s…
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In this sermon, Pastor Matt Sturdevant discusses the importance of reading the Bible for spiritual growth and "tuning up" your relationship with God, just like regular car maintenance keeps your vehicle running smoothly. Three key reasons to read the Bible are: It's a primary tool God uses to transform us The goal is to understand it to apply it to…
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In this video, we explore the profound meaning behind two essential practices in the Christian faith: the Lord's Supper and baptism. These symbolic ceremonies, given by Jesus Himself, convey the transformative power of His sacrifice and the inner change experienced by every believer. We begin by delving into the Lord's Supper, also known as communi…
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Are you feeling stuck in life and looking for lasting hope and purpose? In this message from Hope Church, Pastor Matt explains how following Jesus is the key to moving forward and experiencing transformation. Many people think that being a Christian is just a one-time decision. But as Pastor Matt shares, it's actually a lifelong journey of obedienc…
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Are you feeling stuck, discouraged, or even hopeless? In this Easter sermon, Pastor Matt from Hope Church shares an encouraging message about how Jesus' resurrection offers us a lasting hope that can transform our lives. The story of Easter is not just a nice holiday tradition—it's about the most important event in history that changed everything. …
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One type of pressure we all face is injustice. God has given us an innate sense of right and wrong, so when we experience injustice, it stirs strong emotions. The challenge is handling it correctly so we don't lose sight of our goals to live for God and share Christ with others. It's important to remember that God's patience with injustice in the w…
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In this sermon, Pastor Jeremy delves into the roots and destructive nature of conflict, using a unique onion analogy. Just as an onion has layers, conflict has layers that need to be peeled back to uncover its underlying causes of quarrels and fights. On the surface, conflict manifests as visible arguments. But digging deeper stems from coveting an…
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Jared Jeffries, the director of student ministry at Hope Church, spoke about the power of words as part of a series on the Book of James and dealing with life's pressures. The sermon focuses on the power of words and how they relate to the pressures we face. Jared begins by discussing his love for construction and how powerful tools like excavators…
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Have you ever gone through a season where your faith in God was struggling or lacking? Maybe you're in that tough place right now, questioning whether walking with Jesus is worth it. If so, this encouraging message is for you! In this sermon from our "Pressure Points" series through the book of James, Pastor Luke opens up about the crisis of faith …
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Where do you turn for help when you're under pressure? As Christ-followers, the Bible should be our guide. But what do we do when the Bible challenges us to act?
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Temptations are something we deal with every day, especially when under pressure. Where does temptation come from and how can we handle it?
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Panel of Deacons - Stewarding Relationships
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To conclude the message series The Faithful Steward, Pastor Matt interviewed two panels of deacons to share their experiences with God's ways of stewarding relationships and other areas of life. You can listen to the other panel here: Faithfully Stewarding My Relationships
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Faithfully Stewarding My Relationships
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As we wrap up The Faithful Steward series, what is one's responsibility in terms of relationships?
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Faithfully Stewarding The Truth
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God, as creator, has given a level of responsibility to us as stewards. What then does it mean to faithfully steward the truth?
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Faithfully Stewarding My Treasure
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As we strive to follow God's ways and be faithful stewards, how does that apply to our treasures?
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Faithfully Stewarding My Time and Talents
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Pastor Matt Sturdevant shows that our use of the precious resources of our time and talents will help us make the best use of what God has given us.
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Lead Pastor Matt Sturdevant walks through an understanding of our realm of responsibility in life, who we are responsible to, and the two most important days we need to worry about.
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On the last day of 2023, let's take a look back and recap some learnings from this year and then reset on God's ways for 2024.
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As we approach Christmas, we'll take a look at the beginning of the Christmas story. How does Mary respond to the news that she will be with child and what can we learn from it today?
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At the conclusion of the book of Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reminds and encourages Christ-followers regarding the spiritual battle we are in. How does being rooted in Christ help us to stand strong amidst this battle?
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In Christ, we are called to live in a way different from the world to find the good life. This includes the ways that we relate in various relationships. What does Ephesians 6 have to say about the standards for relating at work?
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In Christ, we are called to live in a way different from the world to find the good life. This includes the ways that we relate in various relationships. What does Ephesians 6 have to say about the standards for relating as parents and children?
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God has been generous with us and has given us a way to live the good life. As we launch the 2023 Christmas Offering, what is one way we can share the good life we have found with others?
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In Christ, we are called to live in a way different from the world to find the good life. This includes the ways that we relate in various relationships. What does Ephesians 5 have to say about the standards for relating in marriage?
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Pursuing "The Good Life" according to God's ways means that we live differently. As Ephesians 5 calls us to holiness, how can we be rooted to live that way?
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As we work on being rooted in God's ways, what are we rooted for? The first part of Ephesians 4 begins the "how" section of this letter, highlighting God's design for community. How then do we see this in the local church?
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Given current events between Hamas and Israel, Pastor Matt answers three questions from a biblical angle to give us hope.
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As we seek to build a good life and root ourselves in hope, grace, and peace, we can also know that we have purpose! How does the Apostle Paul's perspective in Ephesians 3 demonstrate being rooted in our purpose?
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As we pursue the good life, we cannot escape the divisions in our culture. How can we be rooted in peace to navigate these divides?
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As we seek "the good life," we often run into problems. How does being rooted in God's grace provide a solution to our problem?
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We are all chasing the good life, but often are left feeling empty or incomplete. What does the true "good life" look like and what does the Bible say about how to achieve it?
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Worshiping together is an essential way to build momentum, but one or two hours on a Sunday is often not enough time to grow spiritually over time. What is a weekly way we can get a BOOST?
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We sign up for all kinds of memberships, but often don't consider church membership. What is the biblical basis for church membership and how can commitment help us build momentum?
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When Jesus began his ministry, he was able to gain momentum through inviting people. What specifically did Jesus do and what is our role to help others meet Jesus?
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