Hope Church Sunday Message

What does it really mean to walk with God? In this message, Pastor Gary reminds us that the life we’re called to is one of relationship—moving with God, not ahead of Him or behind. It’s not about going through the motions or settling for empty religion, but about living in step with the Spirit. Walking with God means cultivating a life of prayer, communion, and conversation with Him. There’s more...

What does it mean to be blessed when following Jesus costs you something? In his message, "Blessed are the Persecuted", Pastor Steve walks us through Matthew 5:10–12 and the bigger story of Scripture to show how persecution is not the end. It’s a sign of our deep connection to Christ and His Church. When we suffer for righteousness, we are not alone. We are part of a legacy of faith that reveals J...

What if the biggest shift in your life starts with the way you think? In this message, "The Renewed Mind", Pastor Diego unpacks the transformative power of renewing your mind, a process that is empowered by the Holy Spirit and rooted in truth. Because God is better than we think, He invites us to think differently and align our minds with His goodness and purpose. True transformation doesn’t come...

What if every decision you make is shaping the destiny God designed for you? In his message, "Chasing Destiny", Pastor Gary unpacks how we each have a unique, God-given destiny—and how God wants to be part of that process. Every choice gives birth to something, and He’s working within us to develop the wisdom and maturity we need to walk in His purpose. When we trust Him with the process, we begin...

This Sunday, Pastor Josh brought a powerful word in his message, “The Promise Still Stands.” What if we truly believed that the same Spirit who filled the early church is still available to us today? As we reflect on the power of Pentecost, we’re reminded that apart from Jesus and the Holy Spirit, we can do nothing. Just as Jesus lived in total dependence on the Father, we’re invited to live the s...

This Sunday, Pastor Josh dives into Galatians in his message, "The Life that Bears Fruit", showing us that a transformed life doesn’t come from striving; it comes from surrender. When we walk by the Spirit instead of the flesh and stay connected to Jesus, the Vine, we begin to bear the kind of fruit only He can produce. The works of the flesh point to us, but the fruit of the Spirit points to Him....

In this Sunday's message, "Closing Doors", Pastor Kristi equips and encourages us to shut down every access point the enemy uses to steal, kill, and destroy. From lies we’ve believed to sin we’ve tolerated, this message is a wake-up call to take back ground and walk in complete freedom. We have the authority in Christ to resist the enemy and stand strong in obedience. The freedom Jesus offers isn’...

Do you know who you really are in Christ? In this Sunday's message, "The Real You is the New You", Pastor Josh unpacks the powerful truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17—that if anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation. God is good, His Word is true, and it’s in His Word that we discover both who He is and who we truly are. Our identity is no longer shaped by our past, but defined by what God declares i...

What would change if you saw your work as a place of worship and communion with God? This Sunday in his sermon, "A Biblical Theology of Work", Pastor Diego unpacked what Scripture says about how God designed us for work—not as a burden, but as a way to reflect His nature and walk closely with Him. When we invite Him into our work, we discover that He is with us in everything: what we do, where we...

What does it look like to live sober minded and presence centered in a world full of noise and distraction? In this message, Pastor Steve unpacks Psalm 27 and the kind of life that flows from covenantal intimacy with God—a life where His presence is the goal, the anchor, and the reward. David stands as a powerful example of someone who pursued God with a whole heart, but this invitation is for all...

In this Sunday’s message, "Freedom Through Forgiveness", Pastor Josh shared how the power to forgive flows from the staggering truth that Jesus paid the ultimate price to cancel our debt. Because we’ve been forgiven so completely, we’re compelled to live with tender hearts—ready to release others as we’ve been released. The revelation of what Jesus has done for us softens our hearts and leads us i...

What do you do when offense finds its way into your heart? In his message, "Freedom from Offense", Pastor Josh challenged us to reflect on how we respond in those moments. Left unchecked, offense can lead to bitterness and deception, distorting our relationships and our perspective. We were reminded that it’s our responsibility to guard our hearts, stay tender toward one another, and choose to see...

Who reigns in your life? This Sunday, in his message "Who Reigns?", Drew Williams unpacks how sin and death enslave us through lies, shame, and broken cycles — and how serving sin allows death to rule over us. But Jesus came to break the power of sin and death once and for all. When we let Christ reign, His truth sets us free from the lies that keep us bound, and we step into true freedom, grace,...

What if death isn’t the end, but just the beginning? In his Easter message, "The Resurrection Changes Everything", Pastor Josh unpacks how Jesus’ resurrection rewrites every story. He is alive, He is worthy, and His victory over the grave changes everything—past, present, and future. Jesus has broken the chains of fear, conquered the grave, and promised that what God did in Him, He will do in all...

This Sunday, Pastor Gary took us into "The Most Revolutionary Dinner Conversation Ever"—a deep dive into the Passover meal and the Last Supper. We saw how Jesus not only fulfilled the meaning of Passover but also transformed it, inviting us into a new kind of life shaped by His love and sacrifice. As He washed the disciples’ feet, Jesus modeled humility, service, and a love that is thorough and co...

Is He at the center? In this Sunday's message, "The Table of Abiding," Pastor Josh invited us to respond to Jesus’ invitation to draw near and abide. Abiding is a life fueled by hunger for more of Him, knowing that apart from Him, we can do nothing. His Word promises that when we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. He’s knocking on our hearts, and the choice is ours—will we draw near and le...

This Sunday, Pastor Steve spoke on "Travailing Prayer," and the Lord cracked us open. Travailing prayer is about moving beyond a casual interest in God into an authentic, relentless hunger for more of Him. It’s an invitation to make real adjustments in our lives — to align with what God is doing right now. There’s a grace available to go deeper, but the way forward isn’t through performance or str...

What if you’re not just called — but chosen for something greater? This Sunday, Pastor Josh shared his message, "A Royal Priesthood: Built Together, Set Apart," unpacking how 1 Peter 2 reveals our true identity as living stones, being built into a spiritual house for God's glory. We aren't meant to blend in — we are a royal priesthood, set apart to minister to God, offer our lives as sacrifices, a...

God has blessed us abundantly—not just to receive, but to give. This Sunday, Pastor Gary reminded us of this simple yet powerful truth: as His sons and daughters, we are called to say “YES!” to using the gifts, resources, and calling He has placed inside of us. Whether it’s praying for healing, sharing the gospel, or serving in the local church, we are meant to pour out what He has poured into us....

What if greatness isn’t about power, success, or recognition, but about serving others? In this Sunday’s message, "Redefining Greatness: The Call to Serve," Pastor Josh unpacks how Jesus completely redefines greatness—turning the world’s standards upside down. True greatness, as Jesus teaches, is found in humility, sacrifice, and putting others first. He did not come to be served, but to serve—mod...

No matter what we face, one truth remains—Jesus is near. In this Sunday's sermon, Jesus is Near, Pastor Josh unpacks Philippians 4:1-9, showing how the reality of His presence transforms our lives. Because He is with us, we can walk in unity, find joy in every season, experience lasting peace, and have a sound mind. When challenges arise and life feels uncertain, we don’t have to be shaken—He is o...

In a world full of distractions and demands, Jesus invites us into a life of singular focus—being with Him. In this Sunday's sermon, "Being with Jesus: One Thing", Pastor Diego shares how God's presence is not just the source of life and salvation but the greatest reward of the gospel itself. Because of the cross, our highest privilege is to dwell with Him, both now and for eternity. In that truth...

This Sunday, we were honored to hear from Pastor Tom Deuschle of Celebration Ministries in Harare, Zimbabwe. He shared an inspiring message on the vital role of discipleship—growing in our own faith while actively leading others to do the same. Recorded at Hope Church in Springfield, MO.

What is love asking you for? In this Sunday's sermon, "When Love Asks for Everything", Pastor Josh leans into what the Lord has been pressing on our hearts–laying down whatever is holding us back when Jesus invites un into something new. True love–God's love–asks not for pieces of our hearts, but for all of us, a living sacrifice wholly devoted to Him. When Jesus reigns on the throne of our hearts...

The Word calls us to release anything that hinders our relationship with Jesus. In this Sunday's message, "Lose to Gain: The Beauty of Letting Go", Pastor Kristi unpacks the power of surrender and how letting go of what hold us back opens the door to deeper intimacy with the Father. When we choose to release the things that weigh us down, we create space for more of His presence, love, and transfo...