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Spirit-Led HopeS5 M3: Made Any Mistakes Lately?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 5 will start after Glenn takes a break over the summer. Until then, Glenn will publish short "minicasts" as a way to keep connected.In this minicast, Glenn talks about God's love for us, even when we make mistakes.You can learn about this podcast at https://spiritledhope.com/.2025-07-2004 min

Spirit-Led HopeS5 M2: Encourage One AnotherSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 5 will start after Glenn takes a break over the summer. Until then, Glenn will publish short "minicasts" as a way to keep connected.In this minicast, Glenn continues to fight through a throat infection and reflects on how important it is to encourage one another.You can learn about this podcast at https://spiritledhope.com/.2025-07-0603 min

Spirit-Led HopeS5 M1: The Holy Spirit, a Sore Throat, and an E-bikeSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 5 will start after Glenn takes a break over the summer. Until then, Glenn will publish short "minicasts" as a way to keep connected.In this minicast, Glenn fights through a throat infection to share what his E-bike taught him about the Holy Spirit.You can learn about this podcast at https://spiritledhope.com/.2025-06-2203 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E19: The Wonders of GodSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn ends the Season by giving a recap and encouraging everyone to ponder on the majesty and awesomeness of God. Glenn also gives thoughts about Season 5.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts...2025-06-0814 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E18: Jesus is the God-ManSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn looks in more detail at Jesus and explains that Jesus is fully God, and fully man. Glenn looks at how the divinity and humanity of Jesus are important for our salvation, and for our relationship with God.This episode has a transcript. If...2025-05-2517 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E17: The Works of God and the Gifts of the SpiritSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn looks at the works of God with respect to the gifts of the Holy Spirit. He points out that God invites us to accomplish his works using the gifts of the Holy Spirit.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does...2025-05-1115 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E16: The Immutability of GodSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn returns to the attributes of God and covers the immutability of God. Glenn explains why this attribute is "sneaky good" and focuses on the relevance of Hebrews 13:8.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to...2025-04-2715 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E15: Relationships in the TrinitySend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. When looking at the Trinity, we learn that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are co-equal, co-eternal, and are all divine. So how are they different? Glenn teaches in this episode that the Persons of the Trinity differ in their relationship.This episode has a transcript. If...2025-04-1316 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E14: Spirit-Led Artificial Intelligence?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn takes a break from Season 4 and discusses a conference he attended on the "Theology of Technology." The conference was hosted by Apologetics Canada and included speakers Wesley Huff and Ruslan KD.You can find Apologetics Canada here: https://apologeticscanada.com/ .You c...2025-03-3009 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E13: Why Can God Seem Far Away?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn answers a deep question...if God is omnipresent, why can he seem so far away? Glenn discusses three things that can make God seem so far away, and what we can do to be closer to God.This episode has a transcript. If...2025-03-1616 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E12: The OmnisSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn looks at the three omnis...God's omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence. Glenn discusses each one and how a firm grasp of them can lead to increased faith and love for God.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts...2025-03-0215 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E11: Three-in-OneSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope just made Feedspot's top 20 list of Spirit-Led podcasts! Thank you Feedspot!20 Best Holy Spirit Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues a discussion of the Trinity. This episode looks at a way to think about the Trinity as Three-in-One without resorting to an analogy of God himself. Glenn also discusses how the indwelling Holy Spirit helps us more fully grasp the reality of the Trinity.2025-02-1618 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E10: The Trinity--Part 2Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues a discussion of the Trinity. The episode looks at the Biblical evidence for the Trinity in both the Old and New Testaments. Importantly, Glenn clarifies that the New Testament does not create a new doctrine, but reveals what the Old Testament taught all along.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com...2025-02-0217 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E9: The Trinity--Part 1Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope covers the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn tackles the difficult concept of the Trinity. The episode looks at the Athanasian Creed, as well as the wisdom in using analogies to discuss the Trinity. Most importantly, Glenn stresses that we can experience the truth of the Trinity, even if we cannot fully understand this revelation of God.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section...2025-01-1917 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E8: The Names of God--Part 2Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues a discussion on the names of God. Specifically, this episode looks at five of God's names that begin with his personal name of Yahweh. The episode also looks at the importance of these names in the life of a Spirit-led believer.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . These transcripts...2025-01-0518 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E7: The Names of God--Part 1Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn begins a discussion on the names of God. Specifically, this episode looks at the general and personal names for God found in the Old and New Testaments. Glenn also addresses the possibility that Christians can become too casual when relating to the name of God.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope...2024-12-2216 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E6: God is PersonalSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn teaches that God is personal. This means that we can have intimate relationship with God as seen through the lens of Jesus.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . These transcripts have been edited for accuracy and are typically of higher quality than those produced automatically by many podcast apps.2024-12-0816 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E5: All Attributes All the TimeSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn teaches how the attributes of God are interconnected. We learn that all of God's attributes are true at all times. Glenn also explains how we are supposed to grow in all areas of the attributes we share with God so that we look more like Jesus.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https...2024-11-2415 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E4: The Goodness of GodSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn looks at the goodness of God. Glenn discusses how God sets the standard for goodness and that he always acts true to his nature. This episode also discusses that sometimes God acts in ways that do not seem good to us. How can we say that God is good when bad things happen? This is a real question that affects our ability to live a Spirit-led life....2024-11-1016 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E3: God is SpiritSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn begins to discuss the nature of God, with an emphasis that God is spirit. Glenn points out our limitations in fully understanding God, and how the human spirit helps us to understand God in addition to our intellect.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . These transcripts have been edited for...2024-10-2717 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E2: The Knowability of GodSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn discusses that we can know God, and not just know about him. Also discussed, are the limits of intellectualism when it comes to knowing God.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . These transcripts have been edited for accuracy and are typically of higher quality than those produced automatically by many...2024-10-1316 min

Spirit-Led HopeS4 E1: Season 4 PreludeSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 4 of Spirit-Led Hope is covering the Doctrine of God, or theology, from a Spirit-led perspective. In this episode, Glenn gives a prelude to Season 4 by covering the principles which will guide Season 4. The content of this episode is not essential for Season 4, but it is recommended listening because it sets the framework of why some topics are covered and why some are not.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com...2024-09-2912 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4H: Bats, Rats, and Other Cat-GiftsSend a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn contrasts gifts from Oreo the cat, to the gifts of God. This is the last minicast before Season 4 begins.Minicasts will be deleted once Season 4 starts. There...2024-09-1503 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4G: When Will Season 4 REALLY Start?Send a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn gives an update on when Season 4 will REALLY start!Minicasts will be deleted once Season 4 starts. There are no transcripts for this episode unless your podcast listening...2024-09-0102 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4F: Let's Be Life-long Learners!Send a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn talks about the value of being a life-long learner. A desire to learn is an important part of the Christian walk.Minicasts will be deleted once Season 4...2024-08-1803 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4E: Try Not to Be Like My Smart-watchSend a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn talks about his desire to be different than his smart-watch, which assumes how his day has been based on the data it has.Minicasts will be deleted...2024-08-0403 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4D: COVID and CancerSend a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn talks briefly about suffering as he has COVID, and gives an update on the health of his wife, Monica. Monica was featured in Season 1, Episode 23. Minicasts will...2024-07-2102 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4C: Oreo the CatSend a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn reflects on how his daughter and Oreo (the cat) reminded him of God's pursuit of us.Minicasts will be deleted once Season 4 starts. There are no transcripts...2024-07-0703 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4B: How to Be a Better PersonSend a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.In this episode, Glenn muses on how to become a better person. No surprise...Glenn points out that real change comes by transformation through the work of the Holy Spirit.Minicasts w...2024-06-2305 min

Spirit-Led HopeMinicast 4A: Season 4 PreviewSend a text to Spirit-Led Hope!Spirit-Led Hope is on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. While on the break, Glenn is releasing short "minicasts" to keep in touch with Spirit-Led Hope listeners. Minicasts are short episodes where Glenn sits down at the microphone and casually chats. In-depth teachings will resume with Season 4, which will cover the Doctrine of God, or theology.Minicasts will be deleted once Season 4 starts. There are no transcripts for this episode unless your podcast listening app provides one. If you want to know more about Spirit-Led Hope, please go to...2024-06-0903 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E9: Head-Led and Spirit-LedSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible and this is the last episode of the Season. In this episode, Glenn paves the way for Season 4, which will begin diving deeper into systematic theology. However, the tendency for most people who study systematic theology is to place an over-reliance on the intellectual aspects. Glenn encourages all Christians to use their minds without losing sight of what the Holy Spirit desires to do in the process.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not s...2024-05-2616 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E8: The Consequences of a Closed CanonSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn looks at the consequences of a having a closed canon where nothing can be added to or subracted from the 66 books of the Protestant Bible. One of the consequences is that a closed canon means Christians will disagree with some beliefs or religions. With kindness, Glenn explains how a closed canon causes him to disagree with other beliefs such as those taught by Jehovah Witnesses, Mormons, Oneness Pentecostals, and New Age practitioners. This episode...2024-05-1218 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E7: The Canon of ScriptureSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn discusses the canon of Scripture, the list of books that rule the Church. He looks at how and when the canon was decided for both Catholics and Protestants. The role of people and the Holy Spirit in determining the canon are also discussed.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . These transcripts have been edited for accuracy and ar...2024-04-2818 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E6: Manuscripts and TranslationsSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn looks at some of the more important manuscripts and translations of both the Old and New Testaments. He explains what is meant by the Masoretic text, as well as gives more insight into the preservation of Scripture as discussed in Episode 5. Christians can be confident that modern translations faithfully convey the heart of God.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of...2024-04-1419 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E5: The Preservation of ScriptureSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn looks at how the Bible has been preserved over time. He looks at the art and science of lower textual criticism, and why copies of copies do not suffer the same fate as expressions in the "telephone game." Finally, Glenn looks at how God uses imperfect people to achieve his purposes.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . ...2024-03-3118 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E4: How Did We Get the Bible?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn discusses some of the mechanics on how the Bible was made. This episode examines when writing began, and the ancient methods and materials of writing. Glenn also discusses what we can learn from the early Bible writers in terms of a Spirit-led life.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . Season 3 is part of a long term...2024-03-1718 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E3: The Bible is God-breathedSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn goes into more detail into what it means that the Bible is inspired by God. He discusses that the Bible is self-attesting...in other words, it declares itself to be from God. This episode also examines how fallible humans wrote the Bible through cooperation with the Holy Spirit.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . Season 3 is p...2024-03-0318 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E2: What is the Big Deal About the Bible?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope is all about the Bible. In this episode, Glenn gives a high-level view of the Bible which is helpful for those who know nothing about it. He then discusses what sets the Bible apart from other books.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . Season 3 is part of a long term goal to study systematic theology. If you want to know more about systematic theology, or e...2024-02-1821 min

Spirit-Led HopeS3 E1: The Courage to StudySend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 3 of Spirit-Led Hope launches a multi-series teaching which will ultimately cover the breadth of systematic theology. Do not let that scare you! Each topic will be broken down into manageable episodes and seasons. In this episode, Glenn introduces the long term goals of the following seasons and how it takes courage to study. Glenn also introduces the main topic of Season 3, the Bible.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https...2024-02-0415 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E17: Responding in HumilitySend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. This is the final episode of the Season. In this episode, Glenn discusses that we were made for relationship with God. But if we were made for relationship with God, why is it that not everyone has relationship with God? Here we learn that relationship with God requires following Jesus in acts of humility. This episode also mentions S1 E22, which can be found here: https...2023-11-1918 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E16: Creation Points to GodSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn talks about how Creation points to God. He stresses that God is not hiding, as some would say, but boldly uses Creation to draw us into relationship. Glenn also discusses why the Creation account in the first chapter of Genesis seems so short. Why doesn't Genesis mention more details like dinosaurs? Glenn proposes three answers to this question.This episode has a tr...2023-11-0518 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E15: How to Share Your Beliefs About CreationSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn talks about some of the nuances in sharing personal beliefs about Creation. He stresses that the most useful conversations are born out of relationships. This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the Transcripts section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . 2023-10-2216 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E14: The Creation Dilemma of TimeSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. One area of debate between the two perspectives is that Genesis describes Creation as taking place in six days. On the other hand, scientific naturalism proposes that the universe began billions of years ago. In this episode, Glenn discusses four different ways that Christians often deal with this vast difference.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to...2023-10-0824 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E13: Naturalism and Biblical Creation Compared--Part 5Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn completes the comparison of the Genesis and naturalistic accounts. This episode draws heavily on the prior episodes. This is a sequential teaching. If you have not yet listened to the prior episodes, please do that first.This episode focuses on Day Six according to Genesis. Day Six concludes with the creation of man and woman. In this episode, Glenn gives an overall su...2023-09-2419 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E12: Naturalism and Biblical Creation Compared--Part 4Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues the comparison of the Genesis and naturalistic accounts. This episode draws heavily on the prior episodes. This is a sequential teaching. If you have not yet listened to the prior episodes, please do that first.This episode focuses on Day Four and Day Five according to Genesis. Day Four has a large difference between the Biblical and naturalistic perspective depending on...2023-09-1020 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E11: Naturalism and Biblical Creation Compared--Part 3Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues the comparison of the Genesis and naturalistic accounts. This episode draws heavily on the prior episodes. This is a sequential teaching. If you have not yet listened to the prior episodes, please do that first.This Episode focuses on Day Two and Day Three according to Genesis. Glenn also discusses the importance of listening to invest in long term relationships.2023-08-2715 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E10: Naturalism and Biblical Creation Compared--Part 2Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues the comparison of the Genesis and naturalistic accounts. This episode draws heavily on the prior episodes. This is a sequential teaching. If you have not yet listened to the prior episodes, please do that first.This Episode focuses on Day One according to Genesis. Glenn also discusses how Christians do not agree on how to interpret Genesis, and that grace is...2023-08-1318 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E9: Naturalism and Biblical Creation Compared--Part 1Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn begins the comparison of the Genesis and naturalistic accounts. This episode draws heavily on the prior episodes. This is a sequential teaching. If you have not yet listened to the prior episodes, please do that first.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . 2023-07-3017 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E8: The Beginnings According to the BibleSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues with the Biblical perspective for the beginning and development of life on Earth. He puts the book of Genesis in context and reads Genesis Chapter 1 in its entirety. If you have never heard the Genesis Creation account, this episode is for you.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast section o...2023-07-1616 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E7: The Beginning of Life According to ScienceSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues with the naturalistic perspective for the beginning and development of life on Earth. Because this is a high-level view, only basic scientific principles are referenced.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . 2023-07-0219 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E6: Earth Formation According to ScienceSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life from both the naturalistic and Christian perspective. In this episode, Glenn continues with the naturalistic perspective of how the Earth was formed. Because this is a high-level view, only basic scientific principles are referenced.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast section of https://spiritledhope.com/ . 2023-06-1815 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E5: The Beginnings According to Science Part 2Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life. In this episode, Glenn continues with the naturalistic perspective of how the universe began. This episode looks at the Big Bang theory from a high-level view. Glenn points out the basics and the predictive power of science. He also addresses some of the outstanding issues with the Big Bang theory. Because this is a high-level view, only basic scientific principles are referenced.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast player does not s...2023-06-0518 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E4: The Beginnings According to Science Part 1Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life. In this episode, Glenn begins explaining how the universe started from the naturalistic perspective. This episode looks at the foundational work done by Newton, Faraday, Maxwell, and Einstein. Based on the work by these giants of science, a Belgian Catholic priest named Georges Lemaitre formulated the first thoughts about what is now called the Big Bang Theory. Glenn points out the irony that the most commonly accepted naturalistic theory for the beginnings of the universe w...2023-05-1420 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E3: The Big QuestionsSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Episode 3 continues a comparison of the Christian and naturalistic worldviews of the Creation account. In this Episode, Glenn looks at three big questions that people asks themselves.1. How did the Universe begin?2. How did life begin?3. What is my purpose and value in life?Glenn points out that the Christian worldview explains why we ask ourselves these questions. This Episode is best listened to after Season 2 Episodes 1 and 2.This Episode has a transcript. If your podcast viewer does not support transcripts, plea...2023-04-3018 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E2: Worldviews and the Human SpiritSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In Season 2, Spirit-Led Hope looks at the origin story of our universe and life through the worldviews of naturalism and Christianity. In this episode, Glenn describes these two worldviews and points out that the indwelling Holy Spirit affects how Christians see the world and interpret data.In this episode, Glenn mentions two books that give in-depth arguments for naturalism and theism. These books are:The Big Picture by Sean CarrollReturn of the God Hypothesis by Stephen C. MeyerThe authors of...2023-04-1617 min

Spirit-Led HopeS2 E1: The Courage to Be HumbleSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode kicks off Season 2 of Spirit-Led Hope. In this episode, Glenn gives a quick recap of Season 1 and introduces the topic for Season 2. In the following episodes, Spirit-Led Hope will look at the tension many Christians experience when they compare the Biblical account of Creation to the popular secular viewpoint for the origins of the universe and life.Glenn points out the need for HUMILITY, TRUTH, and GRACE when examining this topic. How the universe and life started are two of the big questions people have...2023-04-0217 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E29: A Spirit-Led AdventureSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This is the final episode of Season 1! In this episode, Glenn points out that following the Holy Spirit leads to a life of adventure. He explains that we choose our level of adventure by the way we answer these questions:How much do I pursue intimacy with Jesus?How humbly to I pursue changes to my character?How much do I desire spiritual gifts?Glenn talks about how the fear of failure and not knowing the future often prevents many from living a Spirit-led adventure. He encourages...2022-12-1817 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E28: Trust and ObeySend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!With Season 1 winding down, Glenn covers two important principles in the Christian faith: to trust and obey. Glenn shares some of his failures and points out how God uses our failures in a way that helps us increase in our trust and obedience. If you worry that you have failed God, this episode is for you.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-12-0418 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E27: The Working of MiraclesSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!As Season 1 winds down, this episode looks at the ninth and final gift of the Spirit discussed...the working of miracles. Glenn defines a miracle and also ponders on the frequency of miracles. Also discussed, are the emotions we can feel when the miracle we long for does not occur.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please visit the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-11-2016 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E26: God, Human, or Demonic?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!According to the Bible, the spiritual world includes not only God, but angels and demons. In this episode, Glenn discusses the discomfort we may have when talking about this world view. The episode then examines a gift of the Holy Spirit which gives us the ability to distinguish the spiritual forces at play.This episode includes a transcript. If you podcast viewer does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-11-0618 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E25: Faith When We Need ItSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!The gift of faith is one of the nine gifts of the Spirit listed in 1 Corinthians 12. But what is this type of faith? In this episode, Glenn discusses the gift of faith and looks at the bigger picture of how God wants our faith to grow. If you struggle with your faith in God, be encouraged that God will help your faith increase.This episode also has a transcript. If your podcast viewer does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-10-2318 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E24: Gifts of Healing and the Froggy DanceSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode continues with a systematic teaching on the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Here, Glenn discusses the gifts of healing and gives an interesting example from his own life. With the example, we see what happens when imperfect people work with a perfect God.This episode includes a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, you may view the full transcript on the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-10-0918 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E23: Can Good Things Come from Cancer?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This is a special episode. Monica Erichsen joins her husband Glenn for a candid talk about her journey with cancer. Monica is a mother of three, a homemaker, an artist, a Jeopardy! champion, a licensed therapist, and has been living with Stage 4 cancer for over 5 years. Monica shares some of her pain, but also the hope that there can be beauty and peace in the pain.This episode includes a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please use the viewer on the podcast page...2022-09-2519 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E22: God is Love, But Bad Things HappenSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this episode, we look at one of the biggest questions asked of Christianity...If God is love and all-powerful, why do bad things happen? Or similarly, why is there evil in the world? While that is a question way beyond a 20-minuite podcast, Glenn gives a glimpse into how bad things began, and what God has already done about it. This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ . If yo...2022-09-1119 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E21: We All Need WisdomSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode continues a discussion on gifts of the Spirit with an emphasis on the gift of wisdom. Glenn looks at the bigger picture of wisdom and God's willingness to share his wisdom with all. This is an encouraging episode for all who desire wisdom. With respect to the gift of wisdom, Glenn discusses how we hear a word of wisdom, identify it as from God, and how we share the word with the recipient. Listeners of the podcast will not be surprised that a word of w...2022-08-2819 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E20: How to Use the Holy Spirit's Gift of KnowledgeSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode covers the spiritual gift called the message, or word, of knowledge. Glenn explains what the gift is and talks about how the gift is used in faith and love. Glenn also gives two examples from his own life to show practically how the gift may be used. If you have ever felt that you were unable to function in a word of knowledge, this episode is for you. You will be encouraged that the Holy Spirit will work at the level of your faith and...2022-08-1419 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E19: Experiencing GodSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this episode we look at the experiential nature of Christianity. In other words, we are not meant to just know something "about" God, but rather to experience his Presence and activity in our lives. Glenn gives four simple ways that every believer can follow to experience God.This episode includes a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ . 2022-07-3119 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E18: How Should the Gift of Tongues Be Used in Public?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!The gift of speaking in tongues is surrounded by controversy and disagreement. In this episode, Glenn examines the way this gift should be used in public. By looking at Paul's writings in 1 Corinthians, we try to find the balance between the extremes of "out of control" and "forbidding speaking in tongues."This episode does have a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, the transcript may be viewed at the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ . You may also direct comments or questions to Glenn us...2022-07-1719 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E17: Why Would We Want to Speak in Tongues?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Previous episodes tackled some of the controversies and harder questions about the spiritual gift of speaking in tongues. In this episode, Glenn gives reasons why we would want to exercise this spiritual gift.In addition, Glenn make recommendations for those who wish to speak in tongues as part of their Christian experience.This episode also has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, the transcript may be found on the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ . 2022-07-0318 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E16: Speaking in Tongues and the Elephants in the RoomSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode begins to look more closely at the spiritual gift of speaking in tongues, or glossolalia. Specifically, Glenn looks at some of the elephants in the room...those awkward things about speaking in tongues that many Christians do not want to talk about. This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ and use the viewer there.2022-06-1919 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E15: The Results of Baptism with the Holy Spirit--Part 2Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode is Part 2 of a 2 part mini-series on baptism with the Holy Spirit. The listener is encouraged to first listen to Episode 14, which is Part 1 of the series. In this episode, Glenn shares part of his personal story about baptism with the Holy Spirit. If you have questions or comments, please email them to glenn@spiritledhope.com .NOTE: This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcript viewing, please go to the Podcast Page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-06-0519 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E14: The Results of Baptism with the Holy Spirit--Part 1Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode is Part 1 of a 2 part mini-series on baptism with the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Glenn explains the two main views of what baptism with the Holy Spirit means. He points out that both views are supported in Scripture and looks at the results of baptism with the Holy Spirit. A recommended resource to go with this episode is the book, "The Promise of the Father" by Dr. Steve Schell.NOTE: This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support tra...2022-05-2219 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E13: Super Plus Natural Equals SupernaturalSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode continues teaching on the gift of prophecy and how it relates to the equation of Super + Natural = Supernatural. In this episode, Glenn also discusses five tips for giving a prophetic word.Tip 1: You will generally feel some area of discomfort or uncertainty when giving a prophetic word.Tip 2: All the Holy Spirit asks is that we do our part, nor more, no less.Tip 3: Don't try to be, or sound like, something you are not.Tip 4: Give God the glor...2022-05-0818 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E12: How Do We Receive a Prophetic Word?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!What do you do if someone gives you a prophetic word? In this episode, we look at three simple ways to respond. In addition, Glenn also tackles the "elephant in the episode," the fact that people have been wounded by the abuse of the gift of prophecy. This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go the the podcast page at https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-04-2418 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E11: What Principles Help Us Give a Prophetic Word to Others?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this episode, Glenn speaks to the principles that help us give a prophetic word to others. He points out that we are called to give a prophetic word by faith, in love, with humility. When we do this, God is honored and we get the privilege of seeing God bless others through our obedience.This episode does have a transcript. If you podcast app cannot view transcripts, please go the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-04-1016 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E10: How Do We Hear a Prophetic Word for Others?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this episode, Glenn begins teaching how we receive a prophetic word, one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, for someone else. In the process, he discusses the spiritual discipline of Lectio Divina. This ancient practice can be very helpful in growing a personal relationship with God through reading the Bible and prayer. Glenn also discusses the importance of the Biblical text, and how it is a plumb line to keep us focused on God and helps us to safely hear God's voice.This episode includes a t...2022-03-2719 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E9: Myth Busting the Gift of ProphecySend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!The gifts of the Holy Spirit are often misunderstood. In this episode, Glenn tackles some of the misconceptions surrounding the gift of prophecy. Does prophecy involve a prediction of the future? Must you be a prophet to function in this gift? Who can give a prophetic word?These are some of the questions that are answered in this myth busting episode.This episode contains a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.c...2022-03-1319 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E8: The Gift of Prophecy is for TodaySend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode begins a deeper dive into the gift of prophecy. Glenn points out that the Christian community is divided over whether or not the gift of prophecy exists today. Cessationists support cessationism--the belief that spiritual gifts like prophecy ended shortly after the first Apostles died. On the other hand, Continuationists support continuationism--the belief that gifts like prophecy still function. Glenn supports continuationism and gives some of his reasons in this episode. This episode includes a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go t...2022-02-2719 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E7: Am I Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this episode, Glenn describes a way to view the fruit of the Spirit that encourages growth in all areas of our character. He also begins to set the stage for future episodes on the gift of prophecy. This episode does have a transcript. If you podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2022-02-1317 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E6: Can Gifts of the Spirit Prove God Exists?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!Gifts of the Holy Spirit such as healings and miracles seem to offer proof that God exists. But can they really be used this way? Glenn discusses the ways the gifts of the Spirit can and cannot prove God's existence, and gives two personal examples.Importantly, the end of the podcast emphasizes how integrity in a Christian allows them to effectively share personal accounts of spiritual gifts. This integrity grows out of the fruit of the Spirit.This episode includes a transcript. If your podcast...2022-01-3017 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E5: Spiritual Gifts and the Fruit of the SpiritSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode introduces the 9 gifts of the Holy Spirit. Most critically, Glenn discusses how anyone seeking to operate in the gifts of the Spirit, should be committed to growing in the Fruit of the Spirit.For some listeners, the gifts of the Spirit may be new. If you have questions, please send them to glenn@spiritledhope.com so your questions may be answered in future episodes.This episode includes a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page...2022-01-1618 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E4: God's Presence in the ProcessSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this episode we continue looking at the transformation process related to the fruit of the Spirit. Glenn stresses that there are tremendous benefits that come from growing in the fruit of the Spirit. Specifically, we cannot grow in the fruit of the Spirit without the Presence of God. Knowing that God is Present with us helps us commit our "junk" to the Holy Spirit for transformation.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of ht...2022-01-0317 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E3: What is Next in This Podcast?Send a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!In this short episode, Glenn describes what is coming up in future podcasts. The next episodes will look at practical ways to grow in the fruit of the Spirit, and demystify the gifts of the Spirit. In both the fruit and the gifts, the goal is to grow in relationship with God and live a practical Christian life.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2021-12-2710 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E2: The Hope of TransformationSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This episode looks at why Christians must be committed to transformation. Glenn emphasizes that, while transformation can be difficult, the benefits are well worth it--both personally and for others. This episode challenges its listeners to trust the Holy Spirit and take hope that transformation results in a fresh relationship with God and others.This episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go to the podcast page of https://spiritledhope.com/ .2021-12-1917 min

Spirit-Led HopeS1 E1: The Courage to Be WrongSend a one-way encouraging text to Spirit-Led Hope!This is the podcast introduction. Glenn Erichsen introduces himself and points out how it takes courage to be wrong. The willingness to be wrong is an important part of living a life led by the Holy Spirit. Anyone who has given their life to Jesus has already confessed areas of wrong beliefs and actions...and the pursuit of God requires the courage to make this an ongoing practice.The episode has a transcript. If your podcast app does not support transcripts, please go the podcast page of...2021-12-0619 min