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Living with Hope Podcast with Peter & Mary Frey

Living with Hope Podcast with Peter & Mary Frey

By Peter Frey

Welcome to the Living with Hope podcast with Peter Frey, a weekly podcast that digs into God's Word and explores what it means to live with hope in Jesus.
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The Joy of Waiting

Living with Hope Podcast with Peter & Mary FreyJul 31, 2021

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The Joy of Waiting

The Joy of Waiting

Peter & Mary discuss Psalm 37 and the joy (and difficulty) of waiting on the Lord.

Jul 31, 202121:18
The Practice of Being Present

The Practice of Being Present

A conversation with Peter and Mary Frey on the practice of being present, dwelling in the reality of God's presence and the amazing truths of John 15.

Jul 02, 202125:07
How to Shine in a Dark World | Peter Frey & David Giese

How to Shine in a Dark World | Peter Frey & David Giese

Peter is joined on the podcast with David Giese, pastor of Village Church of Gurnee, IL for a conversation on Philippians 2:14-18 and why followers of Jesus walk in gratitude rather than grumbling.

Apr 10, 202127:37
The Mindset of Humility | Philippians 2:1-10

The Mindset of Humility | Philippians 2:1-10

Peter & Mary Frey explore how the gospel leads us to a posture of humility.

Mar 19, 202126:08
Contentment No Matter the Outcome | Philippians 1:18-30

Contentment No Matter the Outcome | Philippians 1:18-30

Join Mary and Peter for a conversation on finding contentment in Christ whether in life or in death.

Feb 12, 202124:51
Gospel Priorities | Philippians 1:12-18

Gospel Priorities | Philippians 1:12-18

Peter & Mary Frey continue this study in Philippians as we observe the ways that the gospel shapes our joy and delight in Christ over circumstances.

Feb 05, 202128:26
God Finishes What He Starts | Philippians 1:1-11

God Finishes What He Starts | Philippians 1:1-11

Come along on a journey through the book of Philippians with us! We kick off our study this week with a look at Philippians 1:1-11 and the incredible truth that God will finish what he has started!

Jan 29, 202123:48
Do You Have What It Takes? | 2 Peter 1:3-8

Do You Have What It Takes? | 2 Peter 1:3-8

A conversation with Peter & Mary around 2 Peter 1:3-8, and the practical reality that we have all we need in Christ.

Jan 22, 202121:48
Reflections on 10 Years of Marriage | Peter & Mary Frey

Reflections on 10 Years of Marriage | Peter & Mary Frey

Sacrificial love, the sovereignty of God and the symbol of marriage. Peter & Mary reflect on the ways that they have seen the glories of the gospel in and through marriage.

Jan 15, 202125:04
Formative Practices for a New Year

Formative Practices for a New Year

A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey about everyday liturgies (rhythms of life that form our hearts and minds) and ways to intentionally grow in this new year!

Jan 03, 202125:57
The Preparation of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

The Preparation of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Advent is about preparation. It's a season of formative practices that shape our hearts and faith by intentionally meditating on Jesus' coming.

Dec 12, 202020:35
The Emotions of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

The Emotions of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Angst. Anticipation. Amazement. These are the emotions we sit in during the season of Advent.

Dec 03, 202014:09
Groaning Rather Than Grumbling | Romans 8

Groaning Rather Than Grumbling | Romans 8

Peter digs into the difference between groaning with hope and grumbling with discontent.

Nov 20, 202013:10
Recalibrating Your Heart | Psalm 91

Recalibrating Your Heart | Psalm 91

A conversation with Peter & Mary Frey on recalibrating our hearts by faith in God who is our refuge amidst the chaos of life.

Nov 13, 202007:11
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOPE AND OPTIMISM | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOPE AND OPTIMISM | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Digging into Romans 5:1-5, Peter & Mary discuss the difference between optimism, positivity and hope. The hope that we find in the Bible is a redemptive realism that doesn't merely ignore the brokenness and focus on the good but embraces the goodness of God in the midst of brokenness.

Oct 30, 202026:42
DON'T LEAVE YOUR TROUBLES AT THE DOOR | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

DON'T LEAVE YOUR TROUBLES AT THE DOOR | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

The invitation of Hebrews 4:14-16 is to bring your troubles to Jesus because he tore down the divide between sacred and secular. Mary and Peter explore the depth of confidence found when we boldly approach the throne of grace!

Oct 23, 202014:13
WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Exploring the truth of John 16:7, Peter & Mary discuss the person and work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers in Jesus!

Oct 16, 202027:49
CERTAINTY AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Hebrews 11 with Peter Frey

CERTAINTY AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Hebrews 11 with Peter Frey

In a world where we are surrounded by uncertainties, what does Christian faith look like? Today's podcast is a throwback to a sermon that Peter preached several years ago on Hebrews 11.

Oct 09, 202027:49
GOD IS NOT SURPRISED BY YOUR SITUATION | A Conversation with Peter Frey & Mark Burkholder

GOD IS NOT SURPRISED BY YOUR SITUATION | A Conversation with Peter Frey & Mark Burkholder

This week's podcast is an encouraging conversation with Mark Burkholder, pastor of Cedar Creek Community Church in Grafton, WI. We discuss what it means to "pivot" as Christians by shifting our focus amidst a new normal.

Oct 02, 202028:28
THE PATH TO GREATNESS | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE PATH TO GREATNESS | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary discuss Mark 10:35-45 as Jesus points us to the reality that the path to greatness in the Kingdom of God is not self-promotion but self-giving love!
Sep 25, 202022:19
HOPE AMIDST DARKNESS | A Conversation with Peter Frey & David Giese

HOPE AMIDST DARKNESS | A Conversation with Peter Frey & David Giese

Special guest, David Giese, lead pastor of Village Church in Gurnee, IL, joins Peter on the podcast to discuss the ways in which the hope of Jesus sustains us during seasons of darkness.

Sep 18, 202030:07
YOUR CALLING & GOD'S FAITHFULNESS | 1 Thessalonians 5:24 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

YOUR CALLING & GOD'S FAITHFULNESS | 1 Thessalonians 5:24 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary discuss an amazing promise from 1 Thessalonians 5:24 that reminds of of God's faithfulness in the midst of our calling as Christians!

Sep 11, 202017:05
SET YOUR MIND ON THE SPIRIT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

SET YOUR MIND ON THE SPIRIT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary walk through Romans 8 and explore what it means to set our minds on the life and peace of the Spirit of God!

Sep 04, 202028:02
THE SOURCE OF HOPE | Romans 15:13 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE SOURCE OF HOPE | Romans 15:13 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary discuss some practical tools for studying God's Word & walk through a study of Romans 15:13 together as an example. Be encouraged as we turn our conversation to the God of Hope who fills us with all joy and peace in believing!  

Here's the acronym we talk about for studying the Bible:  PREP STUDY 

P - Pray
R - Read
E - Evaluate
P - Pray
S - Summarize
T - Title
U - Utilize  
D - Difficulties
Y - Yield

Aug 28, 202031:01
THE RHYTHMS OF READING GOD'S WORD | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE RHYTHMS OF READING GOD'S WORD | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Mary & Peter discuss the benefits of reading and rereading the Word of God & its power to transform our lives in the midst of everyday life!

Aug 21, 202028:11
BATTLING DISCOURAGEMENT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

BATTLING DISCOURAGEMENT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

As we face the weariness and discouragement of outwardly wasting away, Mary & Peter discuss 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 and the impact that these verses have had in their spiritual journey.

Aug 14, 202027:13
EMBRACING THE PURPOSE OF GOD FOR TODAY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

EMBRACING THE PURPOSE OF GOD FOR TODAY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

A continuation of last week's podcast on purpose, Peter & Mary discuss Ephesians 2:10 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 as we think about walking in the purposes of God in whatever he has placed in front of us today!

Aug 07, 202027:53
WHAT'S MY PURPOSE IN LIFE? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

WHAT'S MY PURPOSE IN LIFE? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

When our plans for life are changed by circumstances outside our control, we often struggle with understanding our purpose in life. In this week's conversation, Peter and Mary point to Psalm 57:2 and 1 Corinthians 10:31 to help shift our focus from the things that we do to the posture of our heart by which we do them.

Jul 31, 202030:10
THE PEACE OF GOD IN THE MIDST OF ANXIETY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE PEACE OF GOD IN THE MIDST OF ANXIETY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

This week's conversation with Peter & Mary Frey is centered on what we've been learning personally as we walk with the God of all peace amidst the anxieties of this world. We discuss the book of Habbakuk and Philippians 4:4-9.

Jul 24, 202024:43
Why We Share Our Lives With the World | Peter & Mary Frey

Why We Share Our Lives With the World | Peter & Mary Frey

A conversation with Peter & Mary Frey about how their faith in Jesus shapes their purpose for sharing the ups and downs of everyday life on YouTube. At the heart of this conversation is 1 Thessalonians 2:8 - "...We were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us."

Jul 17, 202016:25
HOW WE LIVE TODAY MATTERS | 2 Corinthians 5:10 | Living with Hope Podcast

HOW WE LIVE TODAY MATTERS | 2 Corinthians 5:10 | Living with Hope Podcast

"For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil." 2 CORINTHIANS 5:10

Apr 03, 202008:48
WALKING BY FAITH | 2 Corinthians 5:6-9 | Living with Hope Podcast [featuring Mary Frey]

WALKING BY FAITH | 2 Corinthians 5:6-9 | Living with Hope Podcast [featuring Mary Frey]

Mary joins me on the podcast as we discuss what it looks like to walk by faith, not by sight!

Apr 02, 202012:24
GOD PREPARED US FOR THIS | 2 Corinthians 5:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

GOD PREPARED US FOR THIS | 2 Corinthians 5:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

"He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee." 2 Corinthians 5:5

Apr 01, 202010:07
TRUSTING GOD AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Matthew 6:25-34 | Living with Hope Podcast

TRUSTING GOD AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Matthew 6:25-34 | Living with Hope Podcast

Worry is allowing the cares of this world to cloud our vision of God's care for us. Trust is allowing God's care for us to color how we see the cares of this world!

Mar 19, 202011:22
TRUE LIVING IS YET TO COME | 2 Corinthians 5:1-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

TRUE LIVING IS YET TO COME | 2 Corinthians 5:1-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

Our future hope is grounded in the reality of sharing in the resurrection life of Jesus!

Mar 06, 202010:15
HOW TO KEEP FROM LOSING HEART | 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

HOW TO KEEP FROM LOSING HEART | 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

As we behold the glory of Jesus, we experience inward renewal and a shift in perspective as we walk through suffering.

Mar 05, 202008:10
FUTURE HOPE FUELS OUR PRESENT MISSION | 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 | Living with Hope Podcast

FUTURE HOPE FUELS OUR PRESENT MISSION | 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 | Living with Hope Podcast

Suffering with hope should lead us to doxology - giving thanksgiving and glory to God!

Mar 04, 202008:33
THE POWER OF GOD DISPLAYED IN OUR SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE POWER OF GOD DISPLAYED IN OUR SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 | Living with Hope Podcast

We have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us! - 2 Corinthians 4:7

Mar 03, 202008:33
THE LIGHT OF THE GOSPEL | 2 Corinthians 4:6 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE LIGHT OF THE GOSPEL | 2 Corinthians 4:6 | Living with Hope Podcast

God has shone in our hearts the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus!

Mar 02, 202012:08
IT'S NOT ABOUT ME | 2 Corinthians 4:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

IT'S NOT ABOUT ME | 2 Corinthians 4:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

The Christian life is not about advancing how great we are, it is about showing how great Jesus is!

Feb 28, 202008:28
SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS | 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS | 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

Apart from Christ, we are blinded by Satan to the light of the gospel, namely the glory of who Jesus is!

Feb 27, 202007:05
ASH WEDNESDAY | 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 | Living with Hope Podcast

ASH WEDNESDAY | 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 | Living with Hope Podcast

On this Ash Wednesday, we recognize our dependence on God's mercy and His Word as the means of our transformation!

Feb 26, 202007:47
BOLD & BEHOLDING | 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

BOLD & BEHOLDING | 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

Because of our glorious hope in Christ, we have boldness to behold the glory of Jesus, and we are changed!

Feb 25, 202012:20
A GREATER GLORY | 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

A GREATER GLORY | 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

If the law that led to death was glorious... how much more glorious is the Spirit that leads to life!

Feb 24, 202008:43
SUFFICIENCY IN CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 | Living with Hope Podcast

SUFFICIENCY IN CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 | Living with Hope Podcast

Our confidence and sufficiency does not come from our ability but Christ in us!
Feb 21, 202008:27
CREDENTIALS FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 3:1-3 | Living with Hope Podcast

CREDENTIALS FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 3:1-3 | Living with Hope Podcast

Paul points to his credentials not in a man-made letter but in a spirit-transformed heart.

Feb 20, 202009:32
MOTIVATION FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 2:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

MOTIVATION FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 2:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

Our motivation for ministry is not to be self-serving but Christ exalting!

Feb 19, 202008:28
WE ARE THE AROMA OF CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 2:12-16 | Living with Hope Podcast

WE ARE THE AROMA OF CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 2:12-16 | Living with Hope Podcast

Two images of the Christian life are grounded in defeat and sacrifice but point to to victory and life!

Feb 18, 202011:21
FORGIVENESS IS OUR DNA | 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

FORGIVENESS IS OUR DNA | 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

The core of who we are as followers of Jesus is forgiven... and so we also forgive!

Feb 17, 202011:30
IT'S FOR YOUR JOY | 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:4 | Living with Hope Podcast

IT'S FOR YOUR JOY | 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:4 | Living with Hope Podcast

The pastoral heart of Paul's ministry was a position of a co-laboring for joy!

Feb 14, 202008:39
ESTABLISHED BY GOD | 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 | Living with Hope Podcast

ESTABLISHED BY GOD | 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 | Living with Hope Podcast

Paul points to the faithfulness of God to establish us, anoint us, seal us, and guarantee us by his Spirit!

Feb 13, 202008:55
HE IS OUR YES & AMEN | 2 Corinthians 1:15-20 | Living with Hope Podcast

HE IS OUR YES & AMEN | 2 Corinthians 1:15-20 | Living with Hope Podcast

All the promises of God find their yes in Christ!

Feb 12, 202011:10
CONFIDENT SIMPLICITY | 2 Corinthians 1:12-14 | Living with Hope Podcast

CONFIDENT SIMPLICITY | 2 Corinthians 1:12-14 | Living with Hope Podcast

In the face of critics, Paul puts his confidence in a simple and sincere reliance on the grace of God!

Feb 11, 202010:51
SUFFERING TOGETHER | 2 Corinthians 1:11 | Living with Hope Podcast

SUFFERING TOGETHER | 2 Corinthians 1:11 | Living with Hope Podcast

God has designed the church to be a place where we join one another in holding onto hope in suffering!

Feb 10, 202007:51
DOES GOD GIVE US MORE THAN WE CAN HANDLE? | 2 Corinthians 1:8-10 | Living with Hope Podcast

DOES GOD GIVE US MORE THAN WE CAN HANDLE? | 2 Corinthians 1:8-10 | Living with Hope Podcast

The message of 2 Corinthians 1 is that God does give us more than we can handle... and it's for a reason.

Feb 07, 202008:48
GOSPEL-CENTERED SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 1:5-7 | Living with Hope Podcast

GOSPEL-CENTERED SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 1:5-7 | Living with Hope Podcast

Gospel-centered suffering has an unshakable hope because it is grounded in the reality that Jesus suffered for us and walks with us in our suffering!

Feb 06, 202009:46
THE MINISTRY OF SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 1:4 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE MINISTRY OF SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 1:4 | Living with Hope Podcast

As we experience God's comfort in suffering, we discover a purpose in our suffering.

Feb 05, 202010:11
THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT | 2 Corinthians 1:3 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT | 2 Corinthians 1:3 | Living with Hope Podcast

A reflection on the two names of God we find in 2 Corinthians 1:3, the Father of mercies & God of all comfort!

Feb 04, 202005:11
INTRO TO 2 CORINTHIANS | Living with Hope Podcast

INTRO TO 2 CORINTHIANS | Living with Hope Podcast

Kicking off a new study in 2 Corinthians 1-5 on gospel ministry in the midst of suffering.

Feb 03, 202005:20
PRAYING WITH NEW PRIORITIES | Ephesians 6:19-24 | Living with Hope Podcast

PRAYING WITH NEW PRIORITIES | Ephesians 6:19-24 | Living with Hope Podcast

The gospel reshapes our prayers with new priorities!

Jan 23, 202009:11
THE POSTURE OF PRAYER | Ephesians 6:18 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE POSTURE OF PRAYER | Ephesians 6:18 | Living with Hope Podcast

The posture of standing firm in our spiritual battles is the posture of dependence on the Spirit in prayer!

Jan 22, 202009:25
THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT | Ephesians 6:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE SWORD OF THE SPIRIT | Ephesians 6:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

The final piece of spiritual armor in Ephesians 6 is the Word of God!

Jan 21, 202006:29
THE HELMET OF SALVATION | Ephesians 6:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE HELMET OF SALVATION | Ephesians 6:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

The helmet of salvation guards our thoughts from wandering into temptation and doubt!

Jan 17, 202008:22
THE SHIELD OF FAITH | Ephesians 6:16 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE SHIELD OF FAITH | Ephesians 6:16 | Living with Hope Podcast

Faith in Jesus is the front line of defense in the Christian life!

Jan 16, 202006:34
THE READINESS OF THE GOSPEL | Ephesians 6:15 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE READINESS OF THE GOSPEL | Ephesians 6:15 | Living with Hope Podcast

The good news of peace in Christ gives a readiness to take the gospel to our world!

Jan 15, 202008:58
THE BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS | Ephesians 6:14 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE BREASTPLATE OF RIGHTEOUSNESS | Ephesians 6:14 | Living with Hope Podcast

The role of righteousness in standing firm in the gospel!

Jan 14, 202009:40
THE BELT OF TRUTH | Ephesians 6:14 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE BELT OF TRUTH | Ephesians 6:14 | Living with Hope Podcast

Unpacking the meaning of the belt of truth in Ephesians 6:14.

Jan 13, 202008:05
STAND FIRM | Ephesians 6:10-13 | Living with Hope Podcast

STAND FIRM | Ephesians 6:10-13 | Living with Hope Podcast

The final charge of Ephesians is to stand firm amidst the spiritual battle for our attention and affections!

Jan 10, 202008:57
AN AUDIENCE OF ONE | Ephesians 6:1-9 | Living with Hope Podcast

AN AUDIENCE OF ONE | Ephesians 6:1-9 | Living with Hope Podcast

The is no relationship too small or task too insignificant that the gospel does not transform!
Jan 09, 202008:30
THE MYSTERY OF MARRIAGE | Ephesians 5:21-33 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE MYSTERY OF MARRIAGE | Ephesians 5:21-33 | Living with Hope Podcast

Marriage is about something bigger than a commitment between two people... it's a picture of the gospel!

Jan 08, 202009:17
FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT | Ephesians 5:15-20 | Living with Hope Podcast

FILLED WITH THE SPIRIT | Ephesians 5:15-20 | Living with Hope Podcast

Being filled with the Spirit changes the way we view our time, our relationships, and the way we view everything!

Jan 07, 202010:23
WALK IN THE LIGHT | Ephesians 5:1-14 | Living with Hope Podcast

WALK IN THE LIGHT | Ephesians 5:1-14 | Living with Hope Podcast

Love selflessly, live sacredly & you will shine brightly as children of God!

Jan 06, 202010:14
FIT FOR A SAINT | Ephesians 5:3-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

FIT FOR A SAINT | Ephesians 5:3-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

Ephesians 5:3-4 gives us instruction for a life that is fitting for children of God!

Jan 03, 202006:43
WALK IN LOVE | Ephesians 5:1-2 | Living with Hope Podcast

WALK IN LOVE | Ephesians 5:1-2 | Living with Hope Podcast

The characteristic of beloved children of God is self-giving sacrificial love!

Jan 02, 202006:58
ROOTED IN THE WORD | Psalm 1:1-6 | Living with Hope Podcast

ROOTED IN THE WORD | Psalm 1:1-6 | Living with Hope Podcast

To kick off the new year, we consider Psalm 1 as a benchmark for what it looks like to be rooted in God's Word.

Jan 01, 202009:35
HOPE HAS COME! | Living with Hope Podcast - Christmas Day

HOPE HAS COME! | Living with Hope Podcast - Christmas Day

As we celebrate Christ's coming, we celebrate that hope has come!

Dec 25, 201907:51
THE DAWNING OF A NEW DAY | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 24

THE DAWNING OF A NEW DAY | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 24

It's Christmas Eve & in Isaiah 9:2, we celebrate the dawning of a new day in Christ!

Dec 24, 201907:13
SHOW ME YOUR GLORY | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 23

SHOW ME YOUR GLORY | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 23

Exodus 34:6-7 gives us a picture of the glory that took on flesh in John 1:14.

Dec 23, 201908:10
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 22

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 22

A prayer for the fourth Sunday of Advent.

Dec 22, 201904:57
LIGHT HAS COME | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 21

LIGHT HAS COME | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 21

"The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned." - Isaiah 9:2

Dec 21, 201903:56
MORE THAN A NAME | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 20

MORE THAN A NAME | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 20

In Isaiah 9:6, we have an amazing description of Christ's identity!

Dec 20, 201905:06
THE DISAPPOINTMENT OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 19

THE DISAPPOINTMENT OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 19

God delights in disappointing the expectations of the this world to show his glory, wisdom and grace!

Dec 19, 201905:36
THE BIRTHPLACE OF CHRIST | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 18

THE BIRTHPLACE OF CHRIST | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 18

The birthplace of Christ in Bethlehem wasn't an incidental detail in the Christmas narrative... it was evidence of God at work in the details!

Dec 18, 201906:09
THE VIRGIN BIRTH | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 17

THE VIRGIN BIRTH | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 17

What is the significance of the virgin birth? Isaiah 7:14 gives us insight into this fulfilled prophecy.

Dec 17, 201904:44
DID MARY KNOW? | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 16

DID MARY KNOW? | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 16

Did Mary realize the life-changing, history-shaking reality of the child she would deliver?

Dec 16, 201906:23
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 15

THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 15

A prayer for this Third Sunday of Advent as we celebrate and long for Christ's coming!

Dec 15, 201903:28
THE GROANING OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 14

THE GROANING OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 14

Advent is as much a season of groaning as it is a season of celebration.
Dec 14, 201905:06
GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 13

GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 13

A look at Isaiah 52:7 and the good news of advent that there is peace, happiness, salvation & the reign of God in Christ Jesus!

Dec 13, 201905:58
THE GOOD SHEPHERD | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 12

THE GOOD SHEPHERD | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 12

Jesus came to be our shepherd who gave his life for the sheep!

Dec 12, 201905:12
THE REASON HE CAME | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 11

THE REASON HE CAME | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 11

During advent, we don't merely celebrate the occasion of Jesus' coming but the reason that he came!

Dec 11, 201905:30
THE WONDER OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 10

THE WONDER OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 10

As we walk by faith, we savor the wonder and imagination of Christ's coming!

Dec 10, 201904:35
PREPARING THE WAY | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 9

PREPARING THE WAY | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 9

Reflecting on Isaiah 40:3-5, we consider how to prepare our hearts for Christmas!

Dec 09, 201903:49
A PRAYER FOR ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 8

A PRAYER FOR ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 8

A prayer for this second Sunday of Advent.

Dec 08, 201903:03
CHRISTMAS WASN'T AN AFTERTHOUGHT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 7

CHRISTMAS WASN'T AN AFTERTHOUGHT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 7

The genealogy in Matthew 1:1-17 carries incredible significance for our celebration of Advent.

Dec 07, 201903:59
THE PROMISE OF PEACE | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 6

THE PROMISE OF PEACE | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 6

Advent is a season in which we celebrate that Jesus entered our brokenness, anxiety, and fears... and He came to bring us peace!

Dec 06, 201907:29
WHAT'S HIS NAME? | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 5

WHAT'S HIS NAME? | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 5

Reflection of the identity of Jesus in relation to Exodus 3:14-15.

Dec 05, 201907:02
WAITING | Psalm 130 | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 4

WAITING | Psalm 130 | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 4

A look at Psalm 130 as a guide for waiting on God in this season of advent!

Dec 04, 201906:59
THE EXPECTATION OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 3

THE EXPECTATION OF ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 3

From the anticipation of the promise comes the expectation of hope! A reflection on Genesis 4:1.

Dec 03, 201910:06
THE ANTICIPATION OF CHRISTMAS | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 2

THE ANTICIPATION OF CHRISTMAS | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 2

The anticipation of Christmas began long before the birth of Christ... it started in the garden of Eden!

Dec 02, 201906:23
A PRAYER FOR ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 1

A PRAYER FOR ADVENT | Living with Hope Podcast - Advent Day 1

We start off the season of Advent with a prayer of longing for Christ's coming!

Dec 01, 201905:18
THE END OF THE STORY | Revelation 5 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 29

THE END OF THE STORY | Revelation 5 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 29

The book of Revelation points us to the end of all things... the worship of Jesus because HE alone is worthy!

Nov 30, 201904:54
BREATHING PRAISE TO GOD | Psalm 150 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 29

BREATHING PRAISE TO GOD | Psalm 150 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 29

From the words of Psalm 150, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord!"

Nov 29, 201904:37
PSALM 138 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 28

PSALM 138 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 28

Happy Thanksgiving! Whatever life looks like today, may we find our hearts grateful to God!

Nov 28, 201903:36
OVERFLOW WITH GRATITUDE | Colossians 3:15-17 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep 27

OVERFLOW WITH GRATITUDE | Colossians 3:15-17 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep 27

Gratitude overflows out of the life that is ruled by the peace of Christ!

Nov 27, 201907:28
GIVE THANKS IN EVERYTHING | 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 26

GIVE THANKS IN EVERYTHING | 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 26

On this Thanksgiving week, we take a look at 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 and the command to rejoice, pray & give thanks!

Nov 26, 201905:52
STEADFAST LOVE | Psalm 136 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 25

STEADFAST LOVE | Psalm 136 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 25

Reflecting on Psalm 136, we give thanks on today's podcast for the steadfast love of God that endures forever!

Nov 25, 201906:51
PRAYING PSALM 107 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 24

PRAYING PSALM 107 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 24

Let the Redeemed of the Lord say so! Kicking off Thanksgiving week by recounting the blessings of God's redemption!
Nov 24, 201905:30
WORDS MATTER | Ephesians 2:29-32 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 23

WORDS MATTER | Ephesians 2:29-32 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 23

As Christians, we recognize that words have power, and we want our words to show others the same grace that we have received in Christ!

Nov 23, 201909:40
FROM SELF TO CHRIST | Ephesians 4:25-28 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 22

FROM SELF TO CHRIST | Ephesians 4:25-28 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 22

Some practical implications of putting on the new self in Christ from Ephesians 4:25-28.

Nov 22, 201908:42
TRANSFORMATION | Ephesians 4:17-24 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 21

TRANSFORMATION | Ephesians 4:17-24 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 21

The transformation of the gospel is a continual putting off our old self and putting on our new self in Christ Jesus!

Nov 21, 201910:09
THE MARK OF MATURITY | Ephesians 4:7-16 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 20

THE MARK OF MATURITY | Ephesians 4:7-16 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 20

Walking worthy of the gospel means growing up to maturity in Christ and participating in his design for the church as a means for moving one another to maturity.

Nov 20, 201909:50
WALK WORTHY | Ephesians 4:1-6 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 19

WALK WORTHY | Ephesians 4:1-6 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 19

Starting the second half of the book of Ephesians, we are called to walk worthy of who we are in Christ Jesus.

Nov 19, 201908:05
IMMEASURABLY MORE | Ephesians 3:14-21 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 18

IMMEASURABLY MORE | Ephesians 3:14-21 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 18

Paul's prayer for the Ephesians guides us today in praying for a deeper knowledge of the limitless love of Christ and trust in the immeasurable power of God.

Nov 18, 201906:26
PRAYING PSALM 13 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 17

PRAYING PSALM 13 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 17

A Psalm of lament leads us in honesty with the emotions of living in a broken world and ends in trust in God's unfailing love.

Nov 17, 201904:46
THE MYSTERY REVEALED | Ephesians 3:1-13 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 16

THE MYSTERY REVEALED | Ephesians 3:1-13 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 16

The unfolding of God's plan and the revelation of grace have implications for boldness in our faith today!

Nov 16, 201908:17
A PLACE OF BELONGING | Ephesians 2:19-22 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 15 (Feat. Mary Frey)

A PLACE OF BELONGING | Ephesians 2:19-22 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 15 (Feat. Mary Frey)

Mary Frey joins me on the podcast to discuss Ephesians 2:19-22 and the church as a place of belonging. (We apologize for the audio echo in this episode!)

Nov 15, 201910:27
RECONCILIATION | Ephesians 2:14-18 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 14

RECONCILIATION | Ephesians 2:14-18 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 14

In Christ, we have peace with God which makes peace with one another!

Nov 14, 201909:32
REMEMBER | Ephesians 2:11-13 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 13

REMEMBER | Ephesians 2:11-13 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 13

In order to realized the implications of God's grace, we must remember the implications of being without hope.

Nov 13, 201909:22
HIS WORKMANSHIP | Ephesians 2:10 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 12 (feat. Mary Frey)

HIS WORKMANSHIP | Ephesians 2:10 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 12 (feat. Mary Frey)

With special guest, Mary Frey, we dive into Ephesians 2:10 and explore the relationship between grace and works.

Nov 12, 201909:25
BY GRACE | Ephesians 2:8-9 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 11

BY GRACE | Ephesians 2:8-9 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 11

The relationship between God's grace and our salvation is essential to the good news of Jesus Christ!

Nov 11, 201907:41
PRAYING PSALM 121 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 10

PRAYING PSALM 121 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 10

Sundays in the Psalms! Today we pray through Psalm 121!

Nov 10, 201903:58
UNION WITH CHRIST | Ephesians 2:6-7 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep 9

UNION WITH CHRIST | Ephesians 2:6-7 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep 9

We live in the "already but not yet" reality of being united with Christ!

Nov 09, 201906:22
BUT GOD | Ephesians 2:1-5 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 8

BUT GOD | Ephesians 2:1-5 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 8

It is in the context of our predicament of sin that we see and experience the richness of God's mercy, love and grace.

Nov 08, 201908:57
RESURRECTION POWER | Ephesians 1:19-23 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 7

RESURRECTION POWER | Ephesians 1:19-23 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 7

Exploring the second half of Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1:15-23, we see that the power behind the Christian life and hope is rooted in the resurrection of Jesus!

Nov 07, 201910:03
GOING DEEPER | Ephesians 1:15-18 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 6

GOING DEEPER | Ephesians 1:15-18 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 6

In Ephesians 1:15-18, we're given the opportunity to eavesdrop on Paul's prayer for a deeper knowledge of God and a greater realization of hope!

Nov 06, 201910:30
SEALED BY THE SPIRIT | Ephesians 1:11-14 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 5

SEALED BY THE SPIRIT | Ephesians 1:11-14 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 5

In Ephesians 1:11-14, we explore the role of the Holy Spirit as a seal and deposit of the hope that is ours in Christ Jesus.

Nov 05, 201908:43
REDEEMED | Ephesians 1:7-10 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 4

REDEEMED | Ephesians 1:7-10 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 4

As we continue to explore the blessings of being in Christ Jesus, in Ephesians 1:7-10, we unpack the meaning of redemption!

Nov 04, 201908:42
PRAYING PSALM 100 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 3

PRAYING PSALM 100 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 3

On this Sunday episode, we pray through Psalm 100 together as a guide for worship.

Nov 03, 201905:14
CHOSEN | Ephesians 1:4-6 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 2

CHOSEN | Ephesians 1:4-6 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 2

Before time began, God set his love upon us. This episode explores the mystery and glory of God's election as we dig into Ephesians 1:4-6.

Nov 02, 201910:07
#BLESSED | Ephesians 1:3 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 1

#BLESSED | Ephesians 1:3 | Living with Hope Podcast - Ep. 1

The book of Ephesians begins with a description of the blessings that are ours in Christ Jesus. This first episode of the Living with Hope Podcast digs into Ephesians 1:3 and explores what it means to be #blessed in Christ!

Nov 01, 201907:30
The Joy of Gospel Priorities | Philippians 1:12-18

The Joy of Gospel Priorities | Philippians 1:12-18

When the gospel is our priority, the joy of Christ will shape our circumstances rather than our circumstances shaping our joy!

Jun 12, 201927:27
I AM: The True Vine | John 15:1-16

I AM: The True Vine | John 15:1-16

We have a tendency to overcomplicate the Christian life by losing sight of our Union with Christ. This final message in the "I AM" series through the gospel of John is a call to simply stay connected to Jesus.

May 06, 201931:35
I AM: The Resurrection

I AM: The Resurrection

As we consider the implications for Jesus' Resurrection for us today, here's a look at the raising of Lazarus in John 11 and how Jesus wants to ground the resurrection in a relational person rather than an abstract concept. 

Apr 22, 201930:29
The Door to Life | John 10:7-10

The Door to Life | John 10:7-10

The third of Jesus' seven "I AM" statements in the gospel of John, "I am the door." Jesus is the door to God's promises, God's provision, and our purpose!

Apr 02, 201938:22
The Light of the World | John 8:12

The Light of the World | John 8:12

The second of Jesus' seven "I AM" statements in John's gospel. We trace the metaphor of light throughout the Scriptures and see how John's gospel shapes its message around Jesus' statement that HE is the light of the world!

Mar 26, 201929:21
The Bread of Life | John 6:35

The Bread of Life | John 6:35

The first of seven "I AM" statements of Jesus in the gospel of John. Jesus invites us to experience the satisfaction that our souls long for because HE is the substance that our souls were created for.

Mar 19, 201936:01
The Narrow Way of the Kingdom | Matthew 7:12-14

The Narrow Way of the Kingdom | Matthew 7:12-14

Jesus tells us that there are only two paths in life. There are two ways to respond to the Kingdom of God... and the path that leads to life is not the path of the so-called "religious".

Feb 25, 201929:28
Bold Children of a Good Father | Matthew 7:7-11

Bold Children of a Good Father | Matthew 7:7-11

Grounding our prayers in the goodness of God as our Father can give us confidence, persistence & boldness in our prayer lives. Listen as Peter unpacks Jesus' invitation to "Ask, Seek & Knock"

Feb 17, 201928:36
Who's to Judge? | Matthew 7:1-6

Who's to Judge? | Matthew 7:1-6

People like to quote Jesus' words, "Do not judge" but does it mean what we think it means? Is Jesus telling us to never judge others? Here's a message on Matthew 7:1-6 that considers what grace-centered judgment in the church looks like!

Feb 04, 201934:45
When Worry Clouds Our Vision | Matthew 6:25-34

When Worry Clouds Our Vision | Matthew 6:25-34

Worry is allowing the cares of this world cloud our vision of God's care for us. A message on Matthew 6:25-34, encouraging you to put worry in perspective and make the Kingdom of God a priority.

Feb 01, 201927:16
Your Treasure Is Your Master | Matthew 6:19-24

Your Treasure Is Your Master | Matthew 6:19-24

Jesus challenges our relationship with money to help us understand that what our hearts treasure will become our master!

Jan 20, 201928:25
Lies that Lead to Hypocrisy | Matthew 6:16-18

Lies that Lead to Hypocrisy | Matthew 6:16-18

Jesus confronts the lies that lead to hypocrisy by inviting us into authentic faith.
Nov 08, 201834:33
Praying for Deliverance | Matthew 6:13

Praying for Deliverance | Matthew 6:13

How do we live in the tension of a world filled with temptation and sin? Is it possible to overcome temptation? Peter continues our series through the Lord's Prayer.
Nov 01, 201820:44
The Prayer of Forgiveness | Matthew 6:12

The Prayer of Forgiveness | Matthew 6:12

Jesus teaches us to pray in the "economy of forgiveness" that forgiven people become forgiving people.
Oct 23, 201827:47
Praying with Kingdom Priorities | Matthew 6:10

Praying with Kingdom Priorities | Matthew 6:10

Prayer is both an anticipation of future God's Kingdom and a realization of God's present reign as King!
Oct 08, 201830:58
The Place Where Prayer Begins | Matthew 6:9

The Place Where Prayer Begins | Matthew 6:9

Prayer begins with a proper understanding of who God is. The first message in a series on The Lord's Prayer entitled, "The Heart of Prayer"
Oct 05, 201828:22