Hope at the Cross
Hope at the Cross is the debut podcast from House of Prayer Ministries, a Spirit-led Ministry devoted to living IN Christ and reflecting His love through discipleship, biblical truth, and creative outreach. Each episode features heartfelt conversations, scriptural teaching, and personal testimonies that point us back to the Cross—the place where hope begins. Rooted in the fruit of the Spirit and the call to love God and others, this podcast invites listeners into a life of surrender, grace, and transformation. Meet Your Hosts: Pastor Dee is the founding pastor of The House of Prayer, a Spirit-led ministry rooted in grace, prayer, and creative discipleship. Her passion is to see lives transformed through surrender to Christ and the power of His Word. Christina brings warmth and wisdom, sharing her journey of faith and the joy of walking daily in the fruit of the Spirit. Bernie offers a grounded perspective and a heart for outreach, especially to those on the margins, reflecting the love of Jesus in practical ways.
Episodes
Christina is back. Pastor Dee and Bernie want to express our love and support for her during a season that would weaken most. Yet through deep faith and dependence on Jesus, Christina has emerged from the storm as an even stronger witness of God’s goodness.
In The Reason, Christina shares the difficult journey of losing her father to pulmonary fibrosis and the powerful ways God sustained her through grief, fear, and un...
Hope at the Cross: The Gift of Singing
In this devotional episode, Hope at the Cross is enthusiastic about The Singing Women of West Texas (West Chapter) and shares a heartfelt reflection on the beauty and power of worship through song. Drawing from Scripture, Pastor Dee explores how singing invites the Holy Spirit, opens our hearts to Jesus, strengthens the church, and becomes a testimony of hope.
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In this episode, Pastor Dee explores a beautiful truth woven through Christian history: hymns are the ordinary person’s theology. Discover how music carries Scripture into the heart, how the Wesley brothers understood singing as a form of spiritual breathing, and how worship at the foot of the Cross heals, strengthens, and restores hope.
We’ll reflect on why songs stay with us long after sermons fade, how the Holy...
Hope at the Cross highlights frontline ministry in this episode featuring #Misfits4Jesus, a Lubbock team serving Street Angels with Christlike compassion. Discover how Luke 9 shapes their calling to feed, rescue, disciple, and love without conditions.
Pastor Dee explores “misfit theology”—how God consistently chooses the unqualified to reveal His glory. You’ll hear how God transforms brokenness into mission and how eve...
In this episode of Hope at the Cross with Pastor Dee, we journey through Psalm 72—a coronation psalm that shaped Israel’s expectations for the Messiah. Discover how Jesus not only fulfilled but exceeded every hope for a just, compassionate, and eternal King. Pastor Dee explores the covenant promises from Eve to David, revealing how Christ’s kingdom brings justice, mercy, and blessing to all nations. Learn why many mis...
In this powerful episode of Hope at the Cross, Pastor Dee takes listeners on a journey through the entire storyline of Scripture—revealing that the gospel didn’t begin in Bethlehem, but in the heart of God from the very beginning. From creation to covenant, from exile to restoration, we discover how every page of the Old Testament points forward to Jesus. This episode invites you to see the unity of the Bible, th...
Joyful Perseverance — Hope That Holds Us Fast
Hosts: Bernie & Dee Loving‑Tackitt
In this episode of Hope at the Cross, Bernie and Dee extend a deeply inspiring Sunday sermon preached by Pastor Tim at The Dwelling Place Church in Lubbock, Texas. At the invitation of Pastor Tim, they carry the message forward—reflecting on the biblical call to joyful perseverance and the surprising way God uses trials to produce...
In this powerful episode of Hope at the Cross, Pastor Dee invites listeners to shift their focus from the enemy's noise to the victory of King Jesus. Through Scripture, encouragement, and Spirit-led teaching, Pastor Dee reminds us that Jesus has already triumphed over darkness, disarmed the enemy, and given His people a new life empowered by the Holy Spirit. When we submit to God, walk in obedience, and lift up t...
In this episode Pastor Dee invites you to rediscover the gospel—not as a cold transaction, but as a love story that transforms every part of life. Drawing from Darrell Bock’s insights and powerful biblical passages, Pastor Dee explores how God’s relentless love pursues us, motivates us, and secures us in a relationship that can never be broken. Through stories like the Prodigal Son and vivid illustrations of grace, y...
Join Pastor Dee on Hope at the Cross – A House of Prayer Podcast from Lubbock, Texas, as she explores the Gospel through two powerful metaphors: a meal and a washing, inspired by Chapter 2 of Darrell L. Bock’s Recovering the Real Lost Gospel. These images reveal the depth of God’s grace—a meal that offers fellowship, belonging, and spiritual nourishment, and a washing that brings cleansing, renewal, and transformation...
Welcome to the first episode of Season Two of Hope at the Cross
In this episode, Pastor Dee traces the golden thread of God’s promise—from Abraham in Genesis 12, through Moses and Israel’s calling, to the royal hope given to David, and finally to its fulfillment in Jesus the Messiah. She explores how the new covenant offers not just forgiveness, but a transformed heart and the indwelling Holy Spirit who empowers renew...
Is your view of God too small? In this episode of Hope at the Cross, Pastor Dee unpacks the biblical truths of God’s immanence (His nearness) and transcendence (His infinite greatness). Learn why these doctrines matter, how they correct common misconceptions, and what they mean for your daily walk with Christ. Discover the God who stooped low in Christ yet reigns in glory—and find hope at the cross.
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Recently, we’ve witnessed baptisms sweeping across college campuses, igniting a renewed passion for faith among young adults. But this movement isn’t limited to the young—Pastor Dee has seen a remarkable uptick in interest among seniors in the retirement centers she serves. Inspired by this growing desire, Pastor Dee is offering this special episode of “Hope at the Cross” for seniors who are preparing for baptism—not ...
In this episode of Hope at the Cross, Pastor Dee explores what it means to live a life shaped by the cross—cruciformity. Discover how the Holy Spirit transforms us, not just with power, but with the self-giving love and humility of Jesus. Through biblical insights from Paul’s letters, we’ll see how true power is found in weakness, how the Spirit brings life and freedom, and how love is at the heart of spiritual trans...
In this fun episode of Hope at the Cross, Pastor Dee welcomes special guests Caleb Crawford (age 12) and his mom, Kim Crawford, for a powerful conversation about faith, courage, and God’s presence in life’s toughest moments. Together, they explore the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego in the fiery furnace (Daniel 3:8–28), sharing insights and encouragement for listeners of all ages.
Caleb brings a fresh perspec...
In this episode of Hope at the Cross, Pastor Dee explores the transformative power of humility through the lens of Scripture and Andrew Murray’s classic work Humility: The Beauty of Holiness. From Philippians 2 to the teachings of Jesus, James, Peter, and Micah, we discover that humility is not just a virtue—it’s the foundation of our relationship with God. Learn how Christ’s example calls us to surrender, serve, and ...
Join Christina in this episode of "Hope at the Cross," where she explores the profound significance of Jesus as the Lamb of God. Through biblical teachings and heartfelt conversations, discover how the sacrifice of Jesus offers true freedom from sin and the promise of eternal life. Christina guides us on an inspiring journey into the heart of the Gospel, revealing the transformative power of faith and the en...
Join hosts Bernie Tackitt and Pastor Dee as they welcome a very special guest, their 10-year-old grandson, Daniel Tackitt, to explore the timeless story of Daniel. In this heartwarming episode, we spotlight the themes of faith and courage that define Daniel's journey, drawing parallels to the challenges and triumphs of today. With young Daniel's fresh perspective, discover how the biblical truths of his name...
In this enlightening episode of "Hope at the Cross," hosted by Christina Riojas, we delve into the profound significance of Biblical wisdom. Join us as we explore Psalms 90:12 and James 3:13, uncovering how these scriptures guide us to live with intention and humility. Our special guest, Josh Mendez, Music & Youth Minister at The Dwelling Place Church, shares his insights, emphasizing the transformative ...
In this episode of "Casting Nets," host Bernie Tackitt and Pastor Darren Weaver dive into the theme of "What does it mean to be a fisher of men?" Both avid fishermen, Bernie and Darren share light-hearted chit-chat about their love for fishing before transitioning to the deeper topic of fishing for souls. Through engaging dialogue, they reveal how patience, presence, and genuine relationships are k...
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