Hopewell Baptist Church

In John 15, Jesus says: Fruit Comes from Connection – Apart from Him, we can do nothing. Fruit Requires Pruning – God lovingly removes what hinders growth so we can become more fruitful. Fruit Takes Time – Spiritual growth doesn’t happen overnight, but in God’s perfect timing. We also see something stirring in Gen Z . Across the U.S. and beyond, reports are pointing to a spiritual resurgence among...

What does true reconciliation look like when relationships have been deeply broken? In this episode, Pastor Brandon walks us through the powerful restoration between Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 45—and what it teaches us about forgiveness, repentance, and grace. From famine and brokenness to confession and repentance, Joseph’s story reveals a timeless gospel pattern: brokenness → confession...

The Road to Reconciliation (Genesis 44:1–34; 45:1–15) What does real reconciliation look like? In one of the most moving scenes in all of Scripture, Joseph’s long-lost brothers stand before the very man they betrayed 22 years earlier. Their journey reveals four key steps that God still uses to restore broken relationships today: Brokenness – when pride crumbles and the heart softens Confession – w...

The God Who Sees and Sustains In this week’s conversation, we walk through the tension, trust, and transformation found in Genesis 43 as Pastor Brandon unpacks the story of Joseph, Jacob, and his sons. What happens when life looks completely opposite of what God has promised? How do we trust a sovereign God when our circumstances scream otherwise? Pastor Brandon explores Jacob’s journey from despa...

The Weight of a Guilty Conscience Genesis 42:1–38 A guilty conscience is a heavy burden—and the longer it goes unconfessed, the heavier it becomes. In this powerful message from Genesis 42, we return to Joseph’s story—not in the palace, but in the moment where the past begins to catch up with his brothers. More than two decades after selling Joseph into slavery, their sin still haunts them. Now a...

The Shadow of El Shaddai Genesis 43:1–34 When life feels out of control, where do you turn? In Genesis 43, we find a grieving father, guilt-ridden brothers, and a famine that won’t let up. But above it all, we find something greater— the providential care of El Shaddai, God Almighty . In this powerful message, we return to the story of Joseph and his brothers. Though they don’t yet recognize him,...

What happens when the ones who hurt you the most come back into your life? In this week’s Sunday Rewind, Pastors Joel and Ryan unpack Genesis 42 and the powerful moment Joseph faces the very brothers who betrayed him. With emotion and honesty, they explore how God refines our character in seasons of hardship—and how unseen faithfulness is never forgotten by Him. From wrestling with pride and the l...

In this episode of The Sunday Rewind, Pastor Joel sits down with Pastor Russell to unpack the heart behind Adventure Camp, Hopewell’s unique spin on Vacation Bible School. More than just sports, this week-long summer outreach brings kids together for soccer, robotics, dance, cheerleading—and most importantly, the Gospel. With over 330 kids and 100+ volunteers, Adventure Camp is a full-church effor...

The God Who Reverses Genesis 41:37–57 Sometimes it feels like life is a long series of setbacks—pain, loss, delay, and waiting. That was Joseph’s story… until God reversed it. In this message, you’ll see how the God who remembers is also the God who reverses. Joseph goes from prison to prime minister in a single day—not by chance, but by the sovereign hand of God. And what looked like a life of re...

In this episode of The Sunday Rewind, Pastor Brandon and Pastor Joel reflect on the dramatic turning point in Joseph’s story from Genesis 41—when he goes from forgotten prisoner to Pharaoh’s right-hand man in a single day. This conversation highlights the hidden hand of God behind every delay, detour, and detail in Joseph’s life, revealing the beauty of divine timing and providence. Through humor,...

The God Who Remembers Genesis 41:1–36 Have you ever felt forgotten by people—or even by God? Joseph certainly did. Two full years passed after he helped the cupbearer in prison, and still… silence. But when it seemed like nothing was happening, God was setting everything in motion. This message from Genesis 41 reminds us of the powerful truth that God never forgets His people . His delays are not...

What do you do when you're stuck in a season that feels dark, quiet, and directionless? In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Joel dive into Genesis 40, where Joseph sits in prison — overlooked and forgotten — but not by God. They explore how waiting seasons are not wasted seasons. Like Joseph, we often grow the most when we feel buried, but God is actually planting us for what’s ahead. This c...

Trusting God in the Dark Genesis 40:1–23 What do you do when the light goes out and your prayers seem unanswered? What do you do when you’ve done everything right—and life still feels painfully wrong? In this powerful message from Genesis 40, we walk with Joseph through one of the darkest chapters of his life: forgotten in a prison for a crime he didn’t commit. And yet, God was not absent—He was s...

In this week’s episode of The Sunday Rewind, Pastor Joel is joined by Pastor Larry to reflect on a powerful Sunday at Hopewell and a timely message from Habakkuk. Together, they explore what it means to trust God when life doesn’t make sense, when suffering seems unending, and when the future holds more questions than answers. They also share updates on upcoming mission trips to Honduras and Peru,...

Questions for God Habakkuk 3:16–19 What do you do when life makes no sense—and God seems silent? In this message from Habakkuk, we explore what it means to bring our honest, raw, and unfiltered questions to God. Questions like: – Why does evil seem to go unpunished? – Why do the wicked prosper while the righteous suffer? – Why doesn’t God improve my circumstances? Habakkuk had those questions. So...

In the debut episode of Studio Sessions , the team gathers in the Hopewell studio to reflect on an unforgettable week at Beach Camp. With stories of chaos, laughter, and life-changing moments, Josee and Allie join the conversation to share what God did in their lives and the lives of others—from silent disco surprises to worship under the stars. Together, they dive into the power of community, the...

In this week’s episode of The Sunday Rewind , Pastor Brandon and Pastor Joel revisit the story of Joseph — but this time, Joseph is in prison. What looks like a wasted season is actually a crucial part of God’s plan. They unpack why God often uses waiting, suffering, and seeming setbacks to prepare His people for greater purpose. From Joseph’s prison to Job’s trials to the cross of Christ, the con...

Prospering in the Prison Genesis 39:20–23 What do you do when doing the right thing costs you everything? Joseph chose integrity and ended up behind bars. Betrayed by his brothers, falsely accused by his master’s wife, and now chained in Pharaoh’s prison—yet Scripture says “the Lord was with Joseph.” In this message, see how Joseph prospered even in prison. His story shows us that the presence of...

The Sunday Rewind: Episode 6 - When No One’s Watching In this week’s episode of The Sunday Rewind , Pastor Brandon and Pastor Joel reflect on a powerful weekend at Hopewell, fresh off the Southern Baptist Convention and a Sunday where seven were baptized, each with a story of God’s grace at work. This episode centers on Genesis 39 and Joseph’s unwavering integrity under pressure — resisting tempta...

Integrity Under Fire Genesis 39:6–20 What does it really look like to stand your ground when your integrity is under fire? Joseph’s story in Genesis 39 shows us a man who refused to compromise—even when temptation came knocking day after day, even when saying “no” cost him his reputation, his position, and his freedom. In this message, discover how Joseph faced relentless temptation, stood firm in...

The Sunday Rewind: Episode 5 - Why the SBC Matters In this week's episode of The Sunday Rewind, Pastor Joel hosts solo while Pastor Brandon attends the 2025 Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) Annual Meeting. This episode shines a spotlight on why the SBC exists, how it functions, and why it matters to every member of a Southern Baptist church. With more than 50,000 cooperating churches, the SB...

How to Bloom Where You’re Planted Genesis 39:1–6 Joseph was betrayed, enslaved, and dropped into a culture that didn’t know God—and yet, Scripture says “the Lord was with Joseph, and he became a successful man.” How? In this powerful message, we explore how to flourish spiritually even when circumstances feel far from ideal. Whether you're walking through disappointment, hardship, or transiti...

🎙️ The Sunday Rewind: Episode 4 – Rerouted 📅 Weekly Podcast Series | 🔁 Watch & Share Now This week on The Sunday Rewind , Pastor Brandon and Pastor Joel reflect on a full weekend at Hopewell — from the Discover Hopewell Luncheon to a powerful Men’s Breakfast on calling , and a heartfelt Sunday sermon on the unexpected detours of life . Through the story of Joseph in Genesis , the pastors unp...

🛣️ Wisdom for Life’s Detours 📖 Genesis 37:12–36 Have you ever found yourself forced off the road you planned to travel? Life was moving forward… and then—brake lights. Road closed. Detour ahead. In this powerful message, we journey with Joseph as his life takes a sudden and painful turn—not because of his own choices, but because of betrayal and brokenness caused by others. A short trip to check...

🎙️ The Sunday Rewind: Episode 3 – Slaying the Green-Eyed Monster 📅 Weekly Podcast Series | 🔁 Watch Now & Share In this episode of The Sunday Rewind , Pastor Brandon and Pastor Joel unpack Sunday’s message on jealousy , diving deep into Genesis 37 and the story of Joseph and his brothers . What begins as sibling rivalry unfolds into betrayal, resentment, and broken family dynamics — yet all w...