Inspire Hope

A prophecy was sung over a father’s son—words declaring that this child would prepare the way for the Savior of the world. Powerful and profound… but do those words still stir our hearts today? What does a baby lying in a manger truly mean for you and for me? In this episode, Sammy and Rachel take listeners on a meaningful journey, weaving twists and turns through Scripture and conversation, offer...

Sometimes God needs to slow us down and quiet life around us to grab our attention and work on those pain points we like to avoid - idols, apathy, and wounds. That's exactly what God did with Rachel these past few months. It was time for her to pull back and dig deep with Jesus. Maybe you've been feeling those nudges from God to work on some heart issues but have been avoiding it because y...

Let's think for a minute...You know how in North America, Halloween comes around and suddenly skeletons, demons, and ghosts are everywhere? Kids dressing up like darkness itself, and we just say, "oh, it's all fun and games!" In this episode Sammy and Todd discussed the work of the enemy in our lives and how we need to be aware of the enemy's attacks. Let's get to know To...

I am married to Jacob Walda and we labour together to see Canada saved and Canadian Christians empowered to live bold and truth-filled lives! I am a missionary to Kinngait, Nunavut in the Arctic, a Pastor at Riverside Community Church in Frankford, and a co-host on The Timothy Podcast! I am passionate about the Gospel being understood in all its riches! =================================== Join the...

Mike has been married to his beautiful with Marie-Eve for 21 years and they have 2 teenage sons. They spent 11 years serving as missionaries in South Africa, and now have the privilege of leading a church plant in Southern Manitoba. ========================================= JOIN THE COMMUNITY 🌐 Website: https://samuelbernard.org YouTube: https://youtu.be/wOBTH05T0sY Instagram: https://www.instagr...

Hey there! I’m Rob Haslam, originally from the sunny shores of Gibraltar, but I grew up in the chilly (but wonderful) cities of Winnipeg and Steinbach. I'm now the Lead Pastor at Pathway Community Church. I'm passionate about helping everyone understand the Bible and grow to be more like Jesus. When I'm not at church, you'll probably find me outside BBQing, getting lost in a book,...

In John 4, we find Jesus taking a surprising route—through Samaria—to meet a woman everyone else had rejected. But every step Jesus took was intentional. This wasn't a coincidence. This was a divine appointment. Like Travis Greene sings, “All things are working for my good, because He’s intentional.”Jesus didn’t avoid Samaria—He purposely went there. He didn’t ignore the woman—He saw her, knew her...

Adam Shepski is a missionary and the founder and Executive Director of the non-profit organization Disciple a City. He desires to pioneer and build sustainable ministry structures that catalyze revival and mission. Adam and his wife Melissa worked for Youth for Christ in local, national and international roles for 15 years. While Adam was developing prayer and evangelism strategies for Youth for C...

Hearing God’s voice can feel confusing—especially when well-meaning Christian clichés like “God opens and closes doors” or “follow your heart” don’t seem to line up with your reality or with Scripture. In fact, the Bible tells us that  “the heart is deceitful above all things.”  So how do you really know when God is speaking? In this episode, we dive into the noise and nuance of discerning God’s v...

At 17, he was a wild teenager on the run in a stolen car—until one unexpected moment changed everything. In this powerful episode, you’ll hear how a mysterious book in the glove compartment introduced him to Jesus and set him on a path of radical transformation. From that divine encounter, his life took a 180-degree turn: 7 years in camp ministry, worship leading across 3 countries, youth pastorin...

Have you ever lifted your hands in worship but felt nothing inside—like your soul was on airplane mode? You love God, but you're tired. The joy you once had now feels like a burden. If that sounds like you, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re diving deep into  spiritual burnout —what it is, how to recognize it, and most importantly, how to recover. We’ll explore the silent...

Struggling to stay consistent in reading your Bible? You’re not alone—and there’s hope. In this inspiring episode, podcast host and Bible teacher Michelle Nezat shares how worship music became a powerful gateway to Scripture in her spiritual journey. Michelle sits down with Rachel to explore how lyrics rooted in truth can stir our hearts and lead us back to the Word—even when daily Bible reading f...

Someone has hurt you, and the wound still stings. Maybe it’s betrayal, loss, or deep disappointment—and it’s left you carrying pain that feels too heavy to let go. But what if healing is closer than you think? In this powerful Easter episode, we dive into the heart of reconciliation—how God, through Jesus, didn’t just make peace possible… He made it personal. If you're longing to feel joy agai...

What do you do when you don’t know what to do? In  2 Chronicles 20 , King Jehoshaphat faced an impossible battle, but instead of panicking, he turned to  prayer, fasting, and praise . His story reveals a powerful truth:  worship is a weapon . In this episode, we unpack how praise shifts our focus from fear to faith, invites God’s presence into our battles, and leads to  supernatural victory . If y...

You're navigating the uncharted waters of life with an extremely premature baby while trying to heal from an infection yourself. This wasn't the way you pictured your first born baby's birth story to go. For a person who strives for control and organization, how do you handle your world suddenly thrown into chaos? Join us for today's episode to hear how God worked through this mother's story to br...

You've been there. Trouble is rolling down the tracks full steam ahead at you. There's no way to dodge it. Anxiety is at an all-time high. How are you going to survive it? Debbie felt this way as a financial "freight train" was coming hard and fast at her and her family. In complete desperation, she cried out to God for His help. Are you feeling the weight of inflation and financ...

Do you picture Jesus as a meek and mild little baby in a manger? A loving sacrifice on the cross? Or as the King who is coming again? On today's episode, Sammy and Rachel help us look at the King who was, who is, and who is to come from the beginning of time, to the end of it all as we await the second coming of the King of all Kings and the Lord of all Lords.  Are you ready for His return? We'd l...

Our culture has many varying and loud ideas about beauty and what we need to do to keep ourselves looking young. We all struggle with comparison to some degree. Today's episode brings refreshing insight into enjoying simple ways to highlight the beauty God has given us.  Jill Swanson is a Christian image and color consultant. She enjoys helping women  feel good about themselves and the way God cre...

Many of us have no idea the magnitude of sacrifice our soldiers, veterans, and their families have given for the freedom we have in this country. Unless you’re in community with a military family, it’s hard to connect the stories you hear of war overseas and the movies you’ve watched with the reality of life for soldiers and their loved ones. Debbie knows all too personally the cost of war. On Sep...

Has God ever called you to a task that made you feel completely inadequate? The truth is, God isn’t looking for your ability—He’s looking for your availability. Join us as we explore how God equips those who answer His call, no matter how unprepared they might feel. Many of us are in what feels like the busiest season of our lives. When we think we’re at our max capacity, God can have the tendency...

"With complete certainty, we can say that our marriage and our family would not be here if it weren't for the gospel. Learning the story of the Cross and the Empty Tomb through the lens of the Old Testament stories helped us understand the Gospel. It had the power to change our lives and save our marriage, and it did!" Rob and Janette vulnerably share their challenges growing up to show you the po...

"With complete certainty, we can say that our marriage and our family would not be here if it weren't for the gospel. Learning the story of the Cross and the Empty Tomb through the lens of the Old Testament stories helped us understand the Gospel. It had the power to change our lives and save our marriage, and it did!" Rob and Janette vulnerably share their challenges growing up to show you the po...

Have you given a gift to someone you thought he might like but didn't find out until later the significance it held for him? Have you received such a gift? Anna wrote her father a letter when he was 65 years old. On this episode, find out what happened to it, the significance it held for a number of people, and how God used it to propel Anna into her successful writing ministry! Award-winning...

Do you understand who you are in Christ; not just in mind but also in heart? Do you know how God sees you? Which voice are you listening to? Fear? Shame? Truth? Did you know that fear and shame are not in you? They are their own voices who taunt you to believe the enemy's lies. Sammy and Rachel expose the lies, refute with truth, and help empower you to speak the voice of truth over you! Do yo...

Moms, are you in the middle of the chaos with your kids? Do you feel overwhelmed, having a difficult time keeping up with the demanding routines of your household? Do you have days where you're "tapped out?" Are the voices in your head telling you, you're a bad mom? Tess can relate! She's a mom to eight boys and has lived in the chaos for years! Tune in to today's episode...