Jesus, in His final days on earth, left His followers with two profound symbols. These symbols, the Lord's Supper and baptism, are not just rituals, but personal experiences that reflect the transform...  Read More

Have you ever felt stuck in life, wondering if change is even possible? Maybe you've been seeking hope and purpose but coming up empty. If so, you're not alone. At Hope Church, we've been learning abo...  Read More

Have you ever felt stuck in life, like you're spinning your wheels but going nowhere? Maybe you're facing challenges that seem insurmountable, or you're struggling with a sense of hopelessness and des...  Read More

As we wrapped up our series on the book of James, here are some important takeaways on a topic we all face: the pressure of injustice. First off, let's acknowledge that experiencing injustice is hard....  Read More

Conflict!It's everywhere we look these days. Nations fighting wars over territory and resources. Politicians attacking each other's character and beliefs. Angry protesters clashing in the streets. Spo...  Read More

Words are an integral part of our daily lives, and we often underestimate their power. In a recent sermon at Hope Church, Jared Jefferis, the director of student ministry, delved into the Book of Jame...  Read More

It is difficult for parents to know what the proper role is in the child's life.  Is it the firm disciplinarian who sets up the guardrails so that life goes along smoothly and with maximum protection ...  Read More

Confusion about sex and intimacyShe thinks, "If he really cared about me, he'd take time to show affection by talking to me without the pressure of sex."He thinks, "If she really loved me, she would w...  Read More

An unrealistic, romantic view of marriageThe "Long Jump" viewShort-sighted, believing romantic love is all you need.Crossing your fingers, hoping that the feelings of romance will last and sustain the...  Read More

Determining to do marriage alone, without help from othersRefusing help when it's offeredNot asking for help when it's neededWaiting too long to ask for help that is neededHanging around the wrong peo...  Read More

Trying to change my spouseExpecting your spouse to change things they can't or shouldn't changeNot accepting and appreciating legitimate differencesNot working on changing those things about yourself ...  Read More

“Those who believed and accepted his message were baptized.”- Acts 2:41 Does the practice of baptism puzzle you?  If so, you are not the only one.  It is a short ceremony packed with a lot of meaning,...  Read More