Hope Alliance Bethlehem
A sermon podcast of Hope Alliance Church
Episodes
In our last teaching from Ephesians 1, we saw how Christians are chosen, adopted, redeemed, enlightened, designated, and sealed by the Holy Spirit. These are unchangeable blessings that define our identity in Christ. Here we look at Paul’s gratitude for the Ephesians’ faith and love, which are expressed in action, not just belief or feeling. Paul’s prayer urges us to embody these truths as the united body of Christ.
God sees us as his chosen masterpiece through grace alone, not our efforts. This truth transforms how we approach life, relationships, and purpose. Listen now and be inspired to embrace your true identity and live with confidence in God's love.
Why are society's outcasts among the first to hear about the Messiah? When angels proclaimed Jesus' birth to shepherds, they show how God's kingdom offers a different kind of peace than earthly empires. True shalom isn't earned through status but freely given through God's favor. Listen now and be inspired to embrace this peace and share it with others searching for hope.
Zechariah can finally speak again and what does he do? He proclaims God’s faithfulness. True worship transforms our entire lives into a powerful signpost pointing others toward Jesus. Listen now and be inspired to live as a forerunner who reflects redemption in every moment.
Mary's song reveals a powerful truth: God fills the spiritually hungry and elevates the humble. Acknowledging our need for His presence over earthly achievements opens us to abundant grace. Listen now and be inspired to magnify God through humble dependence.
How can waiting become joyful instead of anxious? Elizabeth's Spirit-filled response to Mary shows us the heart of true worship. When we recognize Jesus as Lord, our waiting transforms into celebration of God's presence among us. Christian community amplifies this joy, emboldening our faith as we witness God at work in others' lives. Listen now and be inspired to embrace your role in God's redemptive mission wit...
How can your everyday conversations become invitations to God's kingdom? Biblical wisdom means speaking with grace and living intentionally, creating natural curiosity about your faith. When you combine prayerful watchfulness with "salt-seasoned" words, unexpected doors open for gospel conversations. Listen now and be inspired to answer faith questions with humble clarity that draws others to Jesus.
Do you feel stuck trying to decode God's will for your life? God's secret will unfolds in His timing, but His revealed will for us is simpler: grow in holiness and join His mission. Listen now and be inspired to embrace the Holy Spirit continually so that you can live well in this world.
Where do you turn for wisdom in a confusing world? False teachings, whether from culture, politics, or our own ideas, twist our understanding of right and wrong. Only by building our lives on the true gospel can we find our way through a confusing world, live as God wants, and join in God's ongoing work of restoration.
Want to grow in wisdom? Proverbs 13:20 shows us a powerful truth: when you walk closely with those who trust and honor God, their wisdom becomes yours too. But that doesn't mean we should be isolated from the world. Listen now and be inspired to choose your companions wisely and reflect the beauty of God’s wisdom in every area of your life.
What does it really mean to be wise? We start with this definition: true wisdom is right understanding applied to your life. And "right understanding" starts with trusting God completely instead of just relying on our own thinking. Listen now and learn how knowing God leads to wise decisions and thriving.
What if your life's purpose isn't something you need to find but something you're already called to live? The final message in the "Come and See" series reveals that every follower of Jesus is called to participate in His mission of transformation. Through embodying peace, practicing radical hospitality, and offering healing to a broken world, we see that mission isn't an extra burden but a complete re...
What's the difference between following Jesus and being a Christian? Genuine discipleship means dying daily to selfish desires and embracing a new identity in Christ. This isn't about working harder. It's about surrendering further and letting the Spirit transform us from within. Listen now and be inspired to embrace daily surrender that brings rest and freedom.
What does Jesus mean when He says "come, follow me"? Discipleship isn't just about believing the right things. It's an immersive way of living with Jesus that transforms how you see and experience everything. By learning from Him daily, you discover the abundant life you were designed for, starting right now. Listen now and be inspired to follow Jesus into true, eternal life today.
We look at the beautifully crafted narrative surrounding the bleeding woman of Luke 8. Jesus offers complete wholeness (shalom) that transforms not just symptoms, but entire lives. Listen now and be inspired to embrace honest vulnerability alongside confidence in Jesus's desire to help you.
What are you turning to for fulfillment in life? How does it fall short? We see how Jesus offers "living water" that satisfies completely. And when we truly encounter Christ, our lives are transformed and we can't help but worship and share this hope with others.
Have you ever noticed how people can feel lonely despite their success or status? This powerful message reveals that true belonging isn't found in wealth or achievement, but in Jesus's unconditional acceptance. We look at the story of Zacchaeus and how one encounter with Jesus can transform identity and fill our deepest longing for connection and purpose. Listen now and be inspired to embrace the belonging that Jesus free...
Ever wonder why success, relationships, and achievements still leave you feeling empty? It's because our deepest longings for meaning and satisfaction find their true fulfillment only in Jesus. He offers himself, not religion or rules, as the answer to your restless heart. His invitation to "come and see" welcomes everyone, regardless of where you are in your spiritual journey. Listen now and be inspired to draw near...
We wrap up our series on 1 and 2 Kings with Judah's fall to Babylon. It reveals the devastating cost of abandoning God's ways through idolatry and injustice. But we also see how Jesus becomes the ultimate solution to spiritual exile, serving as both the true temple and perfect sacrifice that restores our identity and access to God. Listen now and be inspired to live as God's renewed people, fully embracing your resto...
We consider the righteous reign of King Josiah (2 Kings 22-23). Central to his reign and reforms is the discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple. What was buried in the idolatry and rebellion of Manasseh was found and followed. It did not change the circumstances of the coming exile, but Josiah deeply embraces it anyway. Listen here to learn why.
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