The Hope Files

Give a reason - The Hope Files Podcast ep. 20

Ep 20 - Give a reason  In the New Testament, Christians are told they should be able to give a reason for their hope. So in this final episode of the series, George does that. He gives a reason for the hope he has.  Check out George’s other podcast ‘The Seven-Minute Sermon’  https://omny.fm/shows/the-seven-minute-sermon [https://omny.fm/shows/the-seven-minute-sermon]  Keep up with all the content he publishes through his Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenk [https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenk]  Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link [https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Sacrifice - The Hope Files Podcast ep. 19

This week we’re talking about the Cross of Christ. Because when it comes to Christian hope, we can’t really overstate the significance of the Crucifixion.  Watch NT Wright teaching about the Cross  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGJ7M1CDhBU [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGJ7M1CDhBU]  Read Andrew Wilson’s article about Barabbas  https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2021/april/andrew-wilson-barabbas-story-prisoner-swap.html [https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2021/april/andrew-wilson-barabbas-story-prisoner-swap.html]  Check out Amy Orr-Ewing’s ‘Good Friday Reflections’  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TozlBSfH1q8 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TozlBSfH1q8]  Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link [https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Light - The Hope Files Podcast ep. 18

Jesus Christ is the Light of the World, and his followers are called to reflect that light. This week we hear stories of people who have done so in amazing ways.  Listen to Nicky Gumbel’s ‘Money: A Blessing or a Curse?’ commentary  https://bibleinoneyear.org/en/classic/220  Check out Daneen Akers’ profile of Florence Nightingale  https://www.holytroublemakers.com/florence  Read Lynne McDonald’s article about Nightingale’s faith  https://cwfn.uoguelph.ca/spirituality/florence-nightingale-faith-and-work    Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link [https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Who we really are - The Hope Files Podcast ep. 17

In this episode we look at the concept that our identity is ultimately defined by God. Who we are in his sight is who we really are.  Connect with ELEVATE Christian Disability Trust  www.elevatecdt.org.nz [http://www.elevatecdt.org.nz/]  Read Ellery Sadler’s article about calling and identity  https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/your-calling-doesnt-define-you [https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/your-calling-doesnt-define-you/]  Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link [https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Trustworthy - The Hope Files Podcast ep. 16

Sometimes it’s really hard to trust God. But even when life makes it difficult, we can always trust him. This week we look at some reasons why.  Watch Trillia Newbell’s ‘A Moment of Steadfast Hope’ video  https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/video/romans-8-a-moment-of-steadfast-hope  Read Thomas Christianson’s book ‘The Unreasonable Jesus’   www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Jesus-Becoming-Person-Made/dp/1470748630  Check out Shane Pruitt’s book ‘9 Common Lies Christians Believe’  www.amazon.com/Common-Lies-Christians-Believe-Infinitely/dp/0735291578  Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link [https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=link] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.