Church of Hope

What does it really mean to live as Jesus did? In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins explores the biblical path of discipleship—from being filled with hope through the Holy Spirit, to trusting God fully, loving people intentionally, and investing our lives in God’s mission. Rooted in Acts 1:8, Matthew 28:16–20, and 1 John 2:6, this teaching calls ordinary people to live extraordinary, Spirit-empowe...

Jesus didn’t drift into spiritual strength—He decided to seek God. In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins explores how Jesus lived a life of intentional prayer and why that same discipline is essential for anyone who wants to follow Him today. Drawing from Mark 1, Philippians 4, Matthew 6, and multiple New Testament teachings on prayer, you’ll see how consistent time with God produces peace, clarity...

How close do you really have to be to Jesus to call yourself a Christ follower? Is it enough to believe from a distance—or does Jesus invite us into something deeper? In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from Luke 19 and what it truly means to follow Jesus, not just admire Him from the crowd. Scripture shows us that proximity matters—not in perfection, but in posture. From the people...

Christmas is not about people trying harder to find God — it’s about God coming to us. In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God’s Word, guiding us to see that from the prophecy of Isaiah 7:14 to the fulfillment in Matthew 1:23, Scripture declares the heart of Christmas: Emmanuel — God with us. In this message, we explore how Jesus stepped into our world as light in the darkness...

What does it truly mean to live wisely—especially during the Christmas season? In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks the journey of the Magi in Matthew 2 to discover what Biblical wisdom really looks like. Their story shows us that Biblical wisdom is more than knowledge... it’s faith in action, obedience to God’s leading, and a life that ultimately ends in worship of Jesus. This message exp...

The Christmas season is a time that is full of joy and life… but it also reveals where the source of our joy truly is. The question is, is your joy personal or seasonal? In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks the Christmas story in a new light, equipping us to root our joy not in changing circumstances or seasons, but in faith in Jesus Christ.

No matter how dark life feels, God’s light is strong enough to break through. In this message, we walk through powerful truths from Micah 5, Micah 7, John 1, and John 8 that remind us that God often begins His greatest work in the most unlikely places—even the broken ones. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck in a season that doesn’t make sense, the hope of Scripture is this:...

What if a more joyful, grounded, and fulfilling life isn’t found in achieving more—but in choosing gratitude daily? In this video, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks the gratitude mindset found in Luke 17 and equips us 5 simple daily habits that can reshape how you think, how you react, and how you show up in the world. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in negative thinking, or just wanting to gr...

Who or what are you really relying on as your source in life? Your hustle? Your talent? Your bank account? Or is your source something deeper—found in the Savior and the One who owns it all? In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks powerful truth from the book of Malachi and shows how trusting God with our finances reveals who (or what) we look to as our true source. If you’ve ever struggled w...

God doesn’t need a place on your list — He deserves His own page.” In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks what the Bible actually says about how we bring our first, best, and most to God. Learning that God isn’t just first, but he does't accept seconds.

Ever struggled to trust God with your money? You’re not alone. In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks what the Bible actually says about trusting God in our finances — and how learning to trust Him with money can transform the way we trust Him in every part of life.

You did the right thing. You prayed. You obeyed. But things didn’t turn out how you hoped. Sound familiar? In this message, Pastor Emily Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word in the story of Jonah—a man who ran, showed up, and nearly gave up. Learn how to trust God when His plans don’t match yours, how to bounce back from failure, and why obedience and resilience lead to freedom.📖 Key Scriptu...

When life feels out of control, it’s tempting to run — to fix things, avoid pain, or distract ourselves. But what if chaos is actually God’s invitation to stop running and surrender? In this message, Pastor Emily Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word in the book of Jonah, discovering how God meets us in the middle of our storms and turns our chaos into peace.

When life feels like a lion’s den, who will you trust to carry you through? Discover how Daniel’s faith shows us how to trust God through life’s hardest moments in this message from Pastor Mark Cummins. In this powerful message from Pastor Mark Cummins, discover how Daniel’s faith in God gives us a blueprint for trusting Him through life’s toughest battles. 👉 Learn how small spiritual habits—like...

How can we put pride to death and stand courageously with God? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word in the book of Daniel, equipping us to kill the pride in our lives and know that only with Jesus will we have the courage to speak up and speak out as the light in a dark world.

What does it mean to be fully committed to God—even when it costs you? In Daniel 3, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego chose faithfulness over compromise, refusing to bow to the golden image even under the threat of the fiery furnace. Their story reminds us that true allegiance to God isn’t just words—it’s an enduring commitment that stands firm in the fire. In this message, Pastor Mark Cummins unpac...

What do you do and where do you turn when life knocks you down? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word in the book of Daniel, equipping us to let faith in Christ lift us up when life knocks us down.

Who will stand in the gap? Every one of us knows the pain of living with a gap—between brokenness and healing, despair and hope, sin and redemption. In this message, we dive into Ezekiel 22:30 and discover God’s heart for people willing to pray, model, redirect, and invite others to experience the life-changing hope found in Jesus Christ. From personal stories to biblical truth, this teaching unpa...

What do you do when life feels like its falling apart? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word in the book of Lamentations, equipping us to WAIT on the Lord when life feels uncertain. When life falls apart, God’s faithfulness does not. And when life feels uncertain, remember to WAIT on the Lord: - WORSHIP instead of worry. - ASK instead of assume. - IMMERSE instead...

No one likes rejection. The fear of rejection can cause us to delay conversations, lose confidence, and view ourselves as less than God intended. But rejection is inevitable in life, so how can we handle it God's way? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word and the story of Jeremiah, and equips us to know that while rejection is inevitable, but with God’s streng...

We have all experienced endings before; the end of a season, the end of a vacation, of a relationship... what if the endings we experience could be more than just the end? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word and equips us to see each ending as a new beginning, an opportunity to confess our sins to God and serve God willingly.

Everyone wants a satisfying and fulfilling life... but where does that satisfaction come from? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word and equips us to find MAXIMUM SATISFACTION by filling our lives with God.

Not every sports team can claim that they win each season... but with God's wisdom in Proverbs is it possible for you and I win in every season of life?  In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word and equips us embrace the life-changing wisdom found in Proverbs in every season of our lives. 

How would you measure your life today? By the number of years you've lived so far, or by your alignment with God's purpose and plan for your life? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word and equips us to choose how we will live each day with purpose by preparing to die at any time.

Why is it important to make God the center of your life? What does it look like to do this? What do I do with my opinions when they conflict with God? In this teaching, Pastor Mark Cummins unpacks truth from God's Word and equips us to let go of flawed human opinions and commit to making God the center and point of our lives.