James Epperly
Listen to the weekly inspirational teaching from Pastor James Epperly and Hope City Church.
Episodes
January 6, 2026 • 27 mins
What does the Bible really mean when it says “Don’t judge”? In this Good Morning LIVE teaching from James 4:11–12, Pastor James breaks down the difference between condemnation and discernment—and why James warns believers to stop speaking evil of one another. This message will help you grow up spiritually, guard your words, and learn how to hold conviction with compassion the way Jesus does. If you’ve ever been judged by Christians...
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January 5, 2026 • 32 mins
Unresolved conflict doesn’t just strain relationships—it can flatline your spiritual life. In today’s Good Morning LIVE teaching, Pastor James opens James 4 and shows how inner war spills into outer war, then gives five practical, biblical steps to overcome conflict, resist pride, and draw near to God again. If you’ve been battling offense, tension, frustration, or relational drama, this message will help you get free, grow up spir...
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January 4, 2026 • 46 mins
In 'The Playbook of Heaven', a motivational speaker shares profound insights on how to navigate life's challenges with faith. This sermon emphasizes the importance of listening to God's guidance, understanding His plan for our lives, and recognizing that His direction may not always align with our expectations. Through anecdotes and scripture, the speaker encourages believers to cultivate a personal relationship with God and to tru...
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December 28, 2025 • 66 mins
Join the Hope City Church family for a special online watch party as we celebrate a year of God's faithfulness and look forward to what 2026 holds. This gathering includes worship, reflections on past achievements, and a call to action for the coming year. As we commemorate a decade of ministry, we invite you to engage with us from wherever you are, embracing the spirit and community that transcends physical boundaries.
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December 22, 2025 • 41 mins
Join us for an inspiring sermon exploring the true meaning of Christmas. Dive into the story of Jesus' birth from the Gospel of Luke, reimagined through modern reflections on framing our life's moments. Learn how to view challenges and blessings alike as frame-worthy experiences, emphasizing faith and positivity. Perfect for anyone seeking spiritual encouragement this holiday season.
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December 19, 2025 • 33 mins
Join host James as he delves into the book of James in the Bible, exploring the concept of wisdom. In this episode of Good Morning Live, James discusses the importance of spiritual wisdom, its practical application in everyday life, and the marks of true Christian maturity. Discover how wisdom from above is pure, peaceable, and full of mercy, and learn how to apply these insights to your life. Engage in a journey of growing up in C...
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December 17, 2025 • 26 mins
Ever said something and instantly thought, “What did I just say?” In this message from our Adulting series, Pastor James walks through James 3:2–12 and shows how our words reveal the true condition of our hearts.
We unpack three big truths:
What you say is a reflection of who is really in control of your life
What you say can cause destruction like fire and poison in relationships
What you say is a decision to bless or to curse, t...
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December 15, 2025 • 43 mins
In this engaging sermon, explore the significance of God's presence throughout history and its modern implications. Delve into the story of the Ark of the Covenant, the importance of reverence, and the transformative power of faith. This message encourages us to keep God's presence at the forefront of our lives, especially during the Christmas season. Discover how the past resonates with the present, emphasizing the importance of h...
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December 15, 2025 • 29 mins
Adulting is hard. Spiritual adulting is even harder. In this message, “Don’t Give Them an Excuse,” we look at James 3:1 and the sobering truth that the world is watching our lives to decide what they believe about Jesus.
We talk about the crisis of integrity in the church, why pastors and leaders face a stricter judgment, and why this isn’t just a “pastor problem” but a holiness problem for every believer. If you wear the name of ...
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December 11, 2025 • 26 mins
Discover the difference between dead faith, demonic faith, and dynamic faith in this powerful Good Morning LIVE teaching from James 2:20–26 (NKJV). Many people claim to believe in God, but James reveals that real faith always produces real obedience. Through the examples of Abraham and Rahab, we learn how true faith works, moves, acts, and transforms the believer from the inside out. If you’re serious about spiritual maturity and w...
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December 10, 2025 • 27 mins
What if your faith is more fake than real—and you don’t even know it? In this episode of Good Morning LIVE, Pastor James Epperly continues our “Adulting” series in the book of James and unpacks James 2:14–20 (NKJV) to show the difference between dead faith and living, active faith.
You’ll discover why the Bible says, “faith without works is dead” and how real faith will always produce real-life change. This teaching will help you ...
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December 9, 2025 • 34 mins
Are you treating people the way God does—or the way the world does? In this Good Morning LIVE teaching from James 2, we dive into what the Bible says about favoritism, prejudice, and partiality in the church and in everyday life. God is completely impartial, and He calls His people to reflect His heart in how we see and treat others—rich or poor, influential or overlooked.
In this 30-minute study, we explore James 2:1–13 and uncov...
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December 8, 2025 • 38 mins
“Make Room” is a powerful Christmas sermon preached by Pastor James Epperly at Hope City Church.
In a season where our lives become crowded, busy, and spiritually overloaded, this message calls us back to what Christmas is truly about: making room for Emmanuel — God with us. Pastor James walks through Isaiah’s prophecy, the “no room in the inn” moment of Luke 2, and the examples of the shepherds, wise men, Joseph, and Mary to show...
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December 8, 2025 • 33 mins
Are you just hearing the Word, or actually doing it?
In this powerful study of James 1:22–27, we look at what separates surface-level religion from genuine, transforming faith. James calls believers to stop merely listening to sermons and start living the Scriptures with submission, study, surrendered speech, service, and separation from the world.
In this teaching, you’ll learn:
✔ What it really means to be a doer of the Word
✔ W...
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December 5, 2025 • 27 mins
Are you spiritually growing, or spiritually stuck?
Today on Good Morning LIVE, we're diving deep into James 1:18–21—one of the clearest blueprints in Scripture for spiritual adulthood.
James teaches us how mature believers respond to the Word of God, how to uproot the “weeds” that choke out growth, and how to receive the “implanted Word” with humility, hunger, and obedience.
In this teaching, you’ll learn:
✔ What it means to be sw...
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December 4, 2025 • 32 mins
In this Good Morning LIVE teaching, Pastor James Epperly unpacks James 1:13–18 (NKJV) to reveal how temptation begins, how it grows, and how believers can defeat it. Temptation is universal — but defeat is not. James shows us the source of temptation, the step-by-step cycle it follows, and the powerful resources God gives us to overcome.
If you've ever asked, “Why am I tempted?” or “How do I stop repeating the same cycles?” — this...
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December 3, 2025 • 30 mins
In this Good Morning LIVE teaching, Pastor James Epperly walks through James 1:2–8 (NKJV) to reveal how spiritually mature believers face hardship differently than spiritual children. Trials are normal. Trials can be joyful. Trials can transform us. And trials should teach us. This message will strengthen your endurance, deepen your faith, and help you develop the spiritual toughness needed to handle difficult seasons with confiden...
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December 2, 2025 • 31 mins
In this Good Morning LIVE teaching, Pastor James Epperly walks through James 1:1 (NKJV) and shows how one short verse reveals the author, the audience, and the assignment of this powerful New Testament letter. James—once an unbelieving half-brother of Jesus—became a pillar in the early church and a voice calling believers to spiritual maturity.
In this message you’ll discover:
Who James is and why his perspective matters
What it r...
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December 1, 2025 • 38 mins
Explore the powerful story of Jabez, a biblical figure who defied labels and limitations through prayer. This inspirational talk delves into how prayer can help you overcome personal barriers and embrace a life of divine favor and blessing. Learn to use prayer as a tool to unlock supernatural insights on identity, destiny, and breakthrough, and discover how it can transform your life and legacy.
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November 25, 2025 • 27 mins
Welcome to Day 2 of our Good Morning Live series on gratitude and thanksgiving. Today we dive into the spiritual dimension of thanksgiving and uncover what it unlocks in the life of a believer. You’ll discover how gratitude opens the door to revelation, multiplies what you have, restores joy, breaks spiritual heaviness, brings God’s presence near, and releases breakthrough in impossible situations.
In this episode:
• How thanksgiv...
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