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In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, we dive into the theme of Jesus' kingship as part of our Advent series. Pastor Randy, explores the significance of Jesus being in the line of David, emphasizing that this lineage is not just a historical detail but a profound declaration of His identity as King. We reflect on the promises made to David in the Old Testament, where God assured that his...

This week, Pastor Zach invites us to reflect on Advent and the coming of Jesus, the light of the world. Drawing from his own childhood fear of the dark, Zach explores how spiritual darkness has impacted humanity since the fall in the Garden of Eden. Through this message, he highlights how Jesus dispels that darkness, giving us the courage to confront our fears and the realities of sin.   Zach shar...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, join us as pastor Randy introduces our new Advent series focused on the theme of Jesus's incarnation—God becoming man. We reflect on the story of Joseph and Mary, exploring the challenges they faced and the significance of their acceptance of Jesus as the Messiah. We discuss the importance of understanding that God loves us so much that He chose to b...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, we dive deep into the significance of food and feasting in the biblical narrative, as presented by Pastor Randy. He reflects on the teachings from last week's message by Zack Killey, emphasizing that just as we need food to live, we also need Jesus for our spiritual nourishment. Randy highlights that the story of humanity begins and ends with a banqu...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, we continue our sermon series titled "Between Kingdoms: Six Questions for November," led by Pastor Zack Killey. Zack addresses the often contentious topic of politics, specifically exploring the question, "Which party's right?" He begins by recounting the biblical story of Abraham and the Israelites, emphasizing God's covenant with His people and the...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, we continue our series titled "Between Kingdoms: Six Questions for November," where we explore how to think biblically about the upcoming election. Our speaker, Pastor Zack Killey, poses the question, "What does God look for in a presidential candidate?" Zack begins by referencing Deuteronomy 17:14-20, where God outlines His expectations for Israel's...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, Pastor Mike Wiggin, dives into the theme of decision-making amidst the current political climate as we approach the upcoming election. Mike emphasizes the importance of filtering our decisions through a biblical lens, particularly focusing on our relationship with Jesus. He shares a personal experience from a men's retreat in Estes Park, Colorado, wh...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, I, Randy Spade, one of the pastors at New Hope, continue our sermon series focused on the upcoming election. Instead of telling you who to vote for or what to believe, we aim to address essential questions that need consideration before casting our votes. Last week, we explored the question, "Who am I?" and this week, we tackle the question, "Can I d...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, Pastor Zack Killey returns to discuss a timely and often contentious topic: politics. Zack emphasizes that while politics can be divisive, the focus of the discussion will be on a deeper understanding of our purpose as Christians, rooted in scripture. He references Ephesians 2:1-10 to highlight that we are saved by grace for good works, not by our ow...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, Pastor Randy Spacht, welcomes our listeners to a special family worship service. Every fifth Sunday, we invite children to join us in the sanctuary, creating an opportunity for both kids and adults to learn how to worship together. Today, we find ourselves in between two sermon series: we just wrapped up a series on grief and will soon begin a new se...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, I, Randy Spacht, begin by reflecting on the past few weeks, where we've explored various aspects of grief. We discussed how grief is a natural response and does not indicate a lack of faith. We examined the story of Job and the five stages of grief, looked at Jesus' own experience of grief at the death of his friend Lazarus, and analyzed the Psalms t...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, we delve into the profound and often challenging topic of mourning. I, Randy Spacht, one of the pastors at New Hope, share how our sermon series on mourning has become particularly timely in light of recent events within our church community, including the passing of our friend John Kellams and the loss experienced by several members of our congregat...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, we continue our series titled "Good Grief," led by Pastor Zach Killey. The focus of today's discussion is on the themes of mourning, loss, lament, and the various challenges that life presents us. Zach dives deep into the well-known biblical story of Lazarus, found in John 11:1-44, to explore how we can navigate our grief and understand God's role in...

Randy Spacht, one of the pastors at New Hope Church, delivers a powerful sermon on mourning in this podcast episode. The sermon is part of a series focusing on lament, loss, and mourning, inspired by the book of Job in the Old Testament. Randy delves into the five stages of grief proposed by psychiatrist Elizabeth Kubler-Ross: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. He explores how...

Today's message of the New Hope Church podcast discusses the themes of mourning, loss, and lament in a series titled "Good Grief." Pastor Zack Killey, this episode explores the complexities of grief and how it can be a transformative experience when approached with the right perspective. Zack begins by questioning the societal norms around grief, highlighting the tendency to suppress sadness and p...

This week's message focused on the early church as depicted in Acts chapter 2, highlighting the simplicity and essence of what it means to be a part of the church. Pastor Zach delved into the key aspects of the early church, emphasizing the importance of gathering together in both large and small groups, dedicating themselves to the apostles' teachings, engaging in prayer, sharing meals together,...

Podcast Episode Synopsis: "Unity in Community" The podcast episode from New Hope Church focuses on the theme of unity within the church community. Pastor Randy Spacht leads the discussion, emphasizing the importance of being part of a community and utilizing individual gifts to contribute to the collective growth of the church. The episode delves into the concept of the church as a community, high...

Pastor Zach Killey delivers a thought-provoking and introspective message in this podcast episode from New Hope Church. The episode is part of a series called Ekklesia, focusing on the essence of the church. Pastor Zach delves into the significance of communion within the church, emphasizing that communion is not just about the physical act but also about the greater truth it represents. Throughou...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, Pastor Randy Spacht delves into the concept of being called to Jesus and the implications of this call on our lives as believers. The episode begins with Pastor Randy introducing the series on the church titled "Ekklesia," which means church in Greek. He highlights the collaborative nature of the pastoral team at New Hope Church and emphasizes the im...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, Pastor Zach Killey delves into the concept of the church, exploring the meaning of Ekklesia, the Greek word for church. He starts by engaging the audience in a thought-provoking exercise, highlighting the unique names given to groups of animals and drawing parallels to the church. Pastor Zach then delves into the historical and biblical perspectives...

In this episode of the New Hope Church podcast, Pastor Zach Killey delves into the significance of prayer in the midst of life's daily struggles. The episode is part of a series titled "The Everyday Battle," where the focus has been on Ephesians chapter six and the armor of God. Pastor Zach emphasizes the importance of putting on the full armor of God to be equipped for the physical and spiritual...

Podcast Episode Synopsis: "The Sword of the Spirit" Hey there, podcast listeners! Today's episode of the New Hope Church podcast delves into the powerful metaphor of the "sword of the Spirit" as discussed in the Bible. Pastor Randy Spacht explores the significance of God's Word as an offensive weapon in our daily battles. Pastor Randy delves into the various defensive elements of the armor of God...

In this episode, Paster Zach Killey discussed the importance of understanding and living out the concepts of salvation and faith in our daily lives. Zach emphasized the need for true surrender to Jesus, laying down all aspects of our lives for Him. Salvation is described as the linchpin of our faith, highlighting the story of God's creation, humanity's fall, and Jesus' sacrifice for our redemption...

This week as Pastor Randy Spacht, had the privilege of sharing a powerful message on finding peace in the midst of life's battles and delved into the concept of God's armor, specifically focusing on the sandals of the gospel of peace. We begin by highlighting the significance of the armor of God, drawing parallels between the armor described by Paul in Ephesians and the prophecies about the Messia...

Today's message delves into the ongoing series, "The Everyday Battle," where we explore the spiritual warfare we face in our daily lives. Pastor Zack Killey leads us through a deep dive into Ephesians 6, focusing on the importance of putting on the full armor of God to stand against the devil's schemes. Zack emphasizes the dual nature of our battle - the physical realm we inhabit and the spiritual...