Hope for the Hurting

Our End Times series was originally recorded in January of 2021, and we are re-launching it because it is even more relevant today.  This was by far our most popular series, and I think you will find a lot of valuable insight regarding what to expect and what signs to look for as we draw ever nearer to Christ's return. Today, Dr. Irv shares insight on what the world will be like as we head in...

Our End Times series was originally recorded in January of 2021, and we are re-launching it because it is even more relevant today.  This was by far our most popular series, and I think you will find a lot of valuable insight regarding what to expect and what signs to look for as we draw ever nearer to Christ's return. In the fifth episode in our series on The End Times, Dr. Irv walks us thro...

Our End Times series was originally recorded in January of 2021, and we are re-launching it because it is even more relevant today.  This was by far our most popular series, and I think you will find a lot of valuable insight regarding what to expect and what signs to look for as we draw ever nearer to Christ's return. In this episode, Dr. Irv sheds some light on the characteristics of the An...

Our End Times series was originally recorded in January of 2021, and we are re-launching it because it is even more relevant today.  This was by far our most popular series, and I think you will find a lot of valuable insight regarding what to expect and what signs to look for as we draw ever nearer to Christ's return. In the third episode in our series on the End Times, Dr. Irv discusses the...

Our End Times series was originally recorded in January of 2021, and we are re-launching it because it is even more relevant today.  This was by far our most popular series, and I think you will find a lot of valuable insight regarding what to expect and what signs to look for as we draw ever nearer to Christ's return. In this second episode in our series on the End Times, Dr. Irv discusses t...

Our End Times series was originally recorded in January of 2021, and we are re-launching it because it is even more relevant today.  This was by far our most popular series, and I think you will find a lot of valuable insight regarding what to expect and what signs to look for as we draw ever nearer to Christ's return.   In today's podcast, we are looking at the the signs we will see jus...

Today, we are are re-launching our series on the End Times because it is even more pertinent and time sensitive today than it was when we originally recorded it in January of 2021.  The past two years have been unprecedented in many ways.  We saw and experienced things in our nation and around the world that we could not have imagined in our wildest dreams.   What does it all mean?...

Thank you for joining us for today's episode, which is a little bit longer than usual.  You will definitely get your money's worth in this podcast as Laura asks Dr. Irv some weighty questions on everything from what happens to believers who commit suicide to when he thinks God will press the countdown timer for the End Times and the seven year tribulation.   And, speaking of End Times, n...

Thank you for joining us for the 2nd half of our podcast on Discerning the Will of God.  As we head into 2022 with our goals, dreams and resolutions, it's important that we seek God's will for our lives. Which job shoud you take?  Is now a good time to sell your house and move? There are so many questions we deal with on a regular basis. How do we know where God is guiding us? In to...

As we head into 2022 with our goals, dreams and resolutions, it's important that we seek God's will for our lives. Which job shoud you take?  Is now a good time to sell your house and move? There are so many questions we deal with on a regular basis. How do we know where God is guiding us? In today's podcast, Dr. Irv will teach us the steadfast Biblical principles he uses to discern God'...

Thank you for joining us for Hope for the Hurting. Today, we focus our attention preparing our hearts for Christmas. Let's set aside the busyness and hustle and bustle of this hectic time of year and be intentional about slowing down, being still in His presence and worshiping Christ the newborn King.   Next week, our topic is:  The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. If you have questions,...

In today's festive Christmas podcast, we will be discussing some common beliefs about Christmas. But, did they really happen?  Are they Biblically and historically accurate?  Was Jesus really born in a stable?  Did Mary place him in a manger?  Was baby Jesus visited by Angels, Shepherds, Wise Men and a little drummer boy?  This is a fun, holiday episode that will provide y...

Thank you for joining us for the final episode in our series on the Fruit of the Spirit.  In today's podcast, we are shining the light on Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self Control.  WIthout the power of the Holy Spirit working in and through us, it is nearly impossible to live out these amazing virtues.  We desperately need the Holy Spirit and we must stay close to Him and rely on H...

Today, we are continuing our study on the fruits of the Spirit as we shine the spotlight on Patience, Kindness and Goodnesss. These fruits are only possibly through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and through His work in our lives as believers.  It is supernatural to display these qualities in the midst of tense, frustrating and chaotic situations, especially when others are venting their a...

Thank you for joining us as we continue our study on the Fruit of the Spirit.  In these dark and uncertain days, how can we have Joy?  Where do we find Peace?  It seems unattainable in the world we currently find ourselves in, but Dr. Irv will explain how we can find Joy and Peace in the midst of turbulence.  The Fruit of the Spirit is not affected by earthly circumstance or te...

Thank you for joining us as we dive into an uplifting new series on the Fruit of the Spirit.  Today, Dr. Irv will give us an overview of what we will be studying in this podcast, and we'll take a look at the first fruit, the one we all need and crave - LOVE.  Plus, we'll share a great way to learn the fruits of the spirit and teach them to your children and grandchildren. Next week, we'l...

Thank you so much for joining us for the fourth and final episode in the Know Your Authority series.  Today, Dr. Irv will help us understand our birthright and identity as children of the Most High God.  He is the Creator of the Universe, the Omnipotent, Omnipresent, Omniscient King of Kings, but if you've accpeted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, He is also your Heavenly Father.  How...

This third powerful installment in the Know Your Authority Series will focus on Fighting Back againts our Satanic enemies. Fun Fact:  This episode on Fighting the Enemy, Conquering Fear, Casting out demons, Identifying demonized people, Praying the blood of Jesus and Quoting scripture (our Sword of the Spirit) to pierce and defeat the enemy will launch on October 31st!  We didn't even pl...

Thank you for joining us for the second episode in our three-part series on Knowing Our Authority as blood bought children of the Most High God. In this podcast, Dr. Irv will discuss the tactics Satan uses to atttack, weaken and sideline us and the powerful, effective weapons God has given each of His children to offset and defeat those tactics.  Please join us for this powerful podcast. If y...

Thank you for joining us for the first episode in our three-part series on Knowing Our Authority as blood bought children of the Most High God.  As His sons and daughters, we have authority here on earth to rebuke Satan, cast out demons, pray for healing ... along with many other God given rights.  Dr. Irv will discuss the areas where God has given us authority and challenge us to stand...

Thank you for joining us as we finish up our three-part mini series on Psalm 91.  This is such a comforting and encouraging passage of Scripture as we find ourselves surrounded by so many dark, unsettling events throughout our world.  If you know Christ as your Savior, then your Heavenly Father longs to protect you and cover you with his feathers when you are afraid or anxious.  Cal...

Thank you for joining us as we continue our three-part mini series on Psalm 91.  This is such a comforting and encouraging passage of Scripture as we find ourselves surrounded by so many dark, unsettling events throughout our world.  If you know Christ as your Savior, then your Heavenly Father longs to protect you and cover you with his feathers when you are afraid or anxious.  Call...

Thank you for joining us as we begin a three-part mini series on Psalm 91.  This is such a comforting and encouraging passage of Scripture as we find ourselves surrounded by so many dark, unsettling events throughout our world.  If you know Christ as your Savior, then your Heavenly Father longs to protect you and cover you with his feathers when you are afraid or anxious.  Call out...

Thank you for joining us for our final episode in the Know Your Enemy series.  Today, we are taking a look at "The Flesh" and how our flesh, also known as our sin nature or the enemy within, can sabotage our walk with Christ and set us up to be easy prey to temptation and Satanic attacks. If you have questions, comments or topic ideas, please email Dr. Irv at hopewellcounsel@gmail.com

Thank you for tuning in to Hope for the Hurting. Today, we are continuing our series on "Know Your Enemy," and we will be shining the white hot spotlight of truth on the The World as a whole.  What did Jesus mean when He said to be "in the world but not of it?"  How do we live a righteous life in an ever growing evil world?  Dr. Irv will answer these questions and provide some key t...