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Hope Alliance BethlehemElisha's Miracles – 2 Kings 4Our series in the book of Kings continues as we see God work through the prophet Elisha in the very same ways he had worked previously through Elijah. This gives the people hope for a restored and healed land and identity. Listen now to better understand this preview of God's ultimate healing through Jesus.2025-06-1531 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemGod Reaffirms the Weary - 1 Kings 18-19Have you ever felt like your faith-driven efforts have fallen flat, leaving you exhausted and alone? This sermon explores Elijah's wilderness quest following Mount Carmel, revealing how God meets us in our darkest moments with gentle care and renewed purpose. Listen now and find hope in God's still, quiet voice.2025-05-0446 min
Unfiltered Faith TalksHope in Life's RubbleThe transformative power of hope emerges from two parallel stories of tragedy and renewal. In Oklahoma City, Amy Downs survived the 1993 bombing and transformed from a struggling employee to a successful CEO and athlete. Similarly, Mary Magdalene's initial despair at finding Jesus's empty tomb became the foundation of Easter's message of hope. These narratives demonstrate how devastating circumstances can lead to unexpected renewal and purpose. Through these examples, we learn that tragedy is not the end, transformation can emerge from darkness, and hope often appears in unexpected places.#FindingHope #Transformation #Faith #Sermon #Easter2025-05-0115 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHope for Idolators – 1 Kings 11Solomon's tragic journey from wholehearted devotion to divided loyalty shows how subtly our hearts can turn from God. His story reveals that idolatry isn't just about physical statues, but about what truly captures our deepest affections and allegiance. Listen now as we explore the consequences of Solomon's choices and discover how confession and repentance can preserve our legacy and keep our hearts fully devoted to God.2025-03-0240 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemThe World Jesus Came IntoAdvent is a season that often gets overshadowed by the festive celebrations of Christmas. However, it holds a profound significance in the Christian calendar, inviting believers to reflect on the anticipation and hope that precede the arrival of Jesus Christ. Here we take a deeper look at the meaning of Advent through the lens of Paul’s letter to the Galatians. This isn't just a distant historical account—it's a living invitation to discover an identity that truly sets you free.2024-12-0839 min
Verse by VerseFulfilled Prophecy: Jesus Born in Bethlehem (Matthew 2:4-6)Jim Franks discusses Matthew 2:4-6—“And when he had gathered all the chief priests and scribes of the people together, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born. So they said to him, ‘In Bethlehem of Judea, for thus it is written by the prophet: “But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are not the least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you shall come a Ruler who will shepherd My people Israel.”’”🔗 This episode is a companion to the following Daily Bible Verse post: https://lifehopeandtruth.com/bible/blog/fulfilled-prophecy-jesus-born-in-bethlehem/📆 V...2024-12-0606 min
Bethlehem Baptist ChurchHope: Our Confidence1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”
Hebrews 4:16 “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in...2024-11-2437 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemParable of the Mustard SeedHow does the parable of the mustard seed explain the nature of God's Kingdom? This sermon looks at Matthew 13, exploring the themes of growth, hope, and inclusivity. Like the mustard seed, the Kingdom of God starts small but grows significantly over time. The expansion is gradual yet unstoppable. Through biblical stories and historical references, we examine how this divine process unfolds and recognize our role within it. Listen here to learn how we are called to be agents of hope and inclusivity, participating in God's grand, unfolding plan! 2024-08-1133 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemNew Birth, New LifeJohn lets us eavesdrop on a private conversation between Jesus and a religious leader named Nicodemus who wants to know if Jesus is the promised Messiah. Jesus confounds him by saying he cannot know unless he is born again. While Nicodemus, like many religious people, spent his time building a resume fr morality and external performance, his true problem was internal. Jesus shows us all that our only hope for new and full life is a rebirth from above that brings a new heart. 2024-01-1441 minBethlehem Baptist ChurchI Will Hope In The Lord (New Year's Service)New Year’s 2024 - I Will Hope In the Lord
Read Lamentations 3:22-24
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; 23 they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. 24 “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “therefore I will hope in him.”
Steadfast love never ceases
Mercies never come to an end
Mercies are new every morning
Turn to Romans 5
How do we receive this steadfast love; this mercy without end, new every morning...2023-12-3133 min
Hope Fellowship Church | Weekly SermonsThe Story of Bethlehem Message: The Story of Bethlehem, Pastor Jeff RoetsThanks for joining the Hope Fellowship Church Worship Service Streaming LIVE from Kansas City, Missouri. HFC Website: http://hfc-kc.org Have a need? Contact a deacon: http://hfc-kc.orgStay Connected, subscribe to our mailing list: https://tinyurl.com/ybw3ru6g Online Tithing: https://hfc-kc.org/give.html2023-12-2444 min
Hope City Community Church PodcastHoly Night - BethlehemChristmas is a time that we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Bible is loaded with clues that lead us to the conclusion that Christ is the true Messiah! Bethlehem was one of the most important clues given to reveal Christ's deity. We pray that you enjoy this message as we investigate the details of the city of Bethlehem and its role in the most HOLY NIGHT.
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Hope Alliance BethlehemIdentity Apart from GodHow did the harmony and idealism of creation descend into chaos? Humanity rejected its God-given identity in pursuit of another one. Rather than be content as image bearers, we want to be like God. At the core of this reach is a lack of belief in the trustworthiness and goodness of God. And the result is damaging to every single relationship within creation. Our only hope of restoration is in a good and trustworthy God.2023-10-2237 min
Between SundaysEpisode 95 - Holding Out HopeIn this episode, Amy shares the words of a song by Kenyatta Emmanuel. You can view a performance of Emmanuel performing Holding Out Hope at Carnegie Hall. Today's reading tells the story of a woman holding out hope for her daughter. Her story is the story of all who at some point in life are "othered" by those in positions of authority. The good news of Jesus reminds us that God's capacity for mercy and grace is bigger than even our biggest vision of God's openness! Matthew 15:10-282023-08-2014 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemJoyJoy, as a fruit of the Spirit, cannot be produced but can be promoted through our beliefs and the leading of the Spirit. When we focus on God's faithfulness we find joy. And when we focus our purposes and hope on Jesus and his mission, we find joy. Doing this as individual persons leads us to be a church and people of joy.2023-07-1633 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemLiving with ExpectancyExodus closes with the building of the tabernacle. Its a wonderful picture of generosity in sacrifice and service for the kingdom of God. It is also a tremendous act of faith and expectancy. Massive sacrifice and effort precedes God's fulfillment of his promise to dwell amongst them. And then the book closes with the glory of God in the midst of the people - a great announcement of their forgiveness. This is our hope and mission as the church too. And it is a mission worth our greatest and most generous sacrifice and service.2023-06-2641 minBethlehem Baptist Church2023 Easter Sunday: Our Living HopeLuke 24:1-6
Read Luke 24:1-6
But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men stood by them in dazzling apparel. 5 And as they were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? 6 He is n...2023-04-0942 min
Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcastChapel of the Divine Child – Bethlehem University, PalestineCome on a spiritual pilgrimage with Angela Sealana and Mary Jane Fox to the Chapel of the Divine Child on the Bethlehem University campus in Palestine. A Catholic Christian institution of higher learning founded in 1973, Bethlehem University of the Holy Land is open to students of all faith traditions. The Chapel of the Divine Child, built in 1908, is one of the most beautiful chapels in the Holy Land. On today’s journey, you will: Hear about what it’s like to visit Bethlehem today Explore the unique campus of Bethlehem University and its Chapel of the Divine C...2022-12-2956 min
Hope Church Guildford11th December 2022 | O Little Town Of Bethlehem | Chris KimbangiThe little town Bethlehem appears throughout the bible. It's known as a place of hospitality and kindness. It's a place where outsiders and the marginalised are looked after. It's a place of refuge and a place of fruitfulness. It's a place where refugees like Rahab find shelter and the desperate like Ruth find food. It's a place where redemption and restoration are found.
It's not a big, powerful, political city, it doesn't carry much kudos among world leaders, kings and princes. It's not an economic hub or philisophical gathering place. But it is the place where God chose to send...2022-12-1828 minBethlehem Baptist ChurchFirst Week of Advent 2022: Hope and Promise - Hope: Past, Present, and FutureMatthew 1:21-23, 1 Peter1:6-9, Revelation 21:3-4
Before Jesus: - we had no hope.
With Jesus we have hope and assurance that leads to eternal life.
Without Jesus: we are lost and hopeless
With Jesus we have hope and forgiveness that leads to salvation.
Without Jesus: we have no hope of the future.
With Jesus we have hope and welfare and a future.
We have Hope in Jesus Christ our Savior.
No Jesus, No Hope
Know Jesus, Know Hope2022-11-2735 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemMultiplication MindsetGod’s gifts are meant to be shared. With this in mind, our aim at Hope is to see people come to embrace Jesus and grow, while investing themselves to make this happen in others as well. In the same way, we want to see our ministries and even our church reproduced. We have a multiplication mindset.2022-10-0941 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemGenuine ConnectionsToo much in life is artificial! At Hope, our desire is to see people make a real connection to God and real connections to each other. We also want to help people connect to their unique, God-given calling so they can pursue it.2022-10-0241 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemCasual DepthAt Hope we believe it should not be hard to meet Jesus, but it is hard to stay with him. So, we are guided by a key priority we call casual depth. That means we want to create environments were everyone is welcome without expectation. But when we gather, we also intend to to go deep in the gospel and in relationships to find the true life that Jesus offers.2022-09-2538 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemGospel SaturationAt Hope we value gospel saturation. Everything we do is saturated with the gospel because it is our true message and the only way we can bear fruit. The gospel is not just an entrance into faith, it is the ongoing basis of faith. 2022-09-1849 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSimply JesusAt Hope, we are defined by the statement Simply Jesus. Jesus is first. Everything else is second. It's that simple. The story of the transfiguration helps remind us that our role is to point people to Jesus only and avoid the common pitfalls and traps of religion.2022-09-1233 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemLove and PoliticsHow should Christians engage in politics, especially in this season of utter divisiveness? For us at Hope, it means the church is necessarily apolitical, while individual believers engage as best as they can following their consciences. But as a church and as individuals, we are governed by our mission to make disciples, our message - the gospel, our call to love God and others, and Jesus deep desire for unity in the church. Our allegiance belongs to Jesus, not a political party.2022-06-1244 min
Bethlehem Church"Hope for Prodigals" - Sis. Bonita Prince & Bro. Marshall Prince [March 27, 2022 PM]Sunday Night Message.
For more info about Bethlehem Church and how to connect, visit https://www.bethchurch.org.
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To keep up with us on Social Media, Like our Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/bethchurchALJC/) and follow our Instagram (@bethlehem_church_).2022-03-291h 09
Hope Alliance BethlehemBattling TemptationWhile life is certainly filled with external trials, it is even more full of internal trials. James calls these temptations and warns us that they only lead to death. Our only hope in the face of this death is the good gift of new birth that God offers through the gospel. It is the joy of this salvation that sustains us when we meet trials (external and internal) of various kinds.2022-01-1642 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemPerseverance in TrialsThe reality of trials and struggle in life is a "when" not "if" reality. And James tells us that only way to sustain ourselves in them is to fight for a stabilizing joy that comes from our hope in the gospel. Single-minded maturity is the product of seeking and acting on God's wisdom. And in this race of life, single-minded means to fix our eyes on Jesus the author and perfecter of our faith.2022-01-0934 min
Hope Church Memphis Podcast"The Wonder Of Bethlehem" — Rev. Michael Davis (Teaching Pastor, Downtown Church)The wonder is not Bethlehem, the wonder is the One born in Bethlehem. Pastor Michael Davis from Downtown Church in Memphis, TN, shares a word on living with confidence and hope. The significance of Bethlehem points us to Jesus, the only one who leads and guides our journey.
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Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcastA Journey to Bethlehem with Saint JeromeTime to add another stamp to your spiritual passport! Come along with Mary Jane Fox on a journey to Bethlehem with St. Jerome. Our journey will take us to Saint Jerome’s Grotto, which is accessed from the Church of St Catherine. During our journey, you will hear about: St. Jerome the Man St. Jerome Chapel at Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria in Bethlehem Importance of Scripture and Lectio Divina Much more! Click here to see photos of St. Jerome Chapel, download a Guide to Praying with Scripture (Lectio Divina), and a map view of...2021-12-0953 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemIdentity and VisionAt Hope we are committed to making disciples to the glory of God. To be intentional about this, we embrace a simply Jesus identity and a multi-congregational structure that desires to see the gospel within reach of every single person in the Lehigh Valley (and beyond). 2021-08-0846 min
Bethlehem BulletinBethlehem Bulletin | GOD’S WORD IS ALIVEThe living Word is guiding us into a deeper understanding and revelation of God Himself.
Join us in our Online Sunday Service, 9:00 AM here at Bethlehem Bulletin
The title of the message is:
GOD’S WORD IS ALIVE
by Rev. Nelson Nacionales.
We will be streaming in Facebook and YouTube. Bethlehem Bulletin
Invite your friends and family! Let’s share the message of Love and Hope to the world!
Church Loca...2021-02-1554 min
Bethlehem BulletinBethlehem Bulletin | The Value of God’s WordGod's word is the truth and the life, and it has the solutions to all of our confusions.
Join us in our Online Sunday Service, 9:00 AM here at Bethlehem Bulletin
The title of the message is:
The Value of God’s Word
by Rev. Nelson Nacionales.
We will be streaming in Facebook and YouTube. Bethlehem Bulletin
Invite your friends and family! Let’s share the message of Love and Hope to the world!
2021-02-0749 min
Bethlehem BulletinBethlehem Bulletin | Living On His PromisesGod has a promise for you to claim for every problem you confront. But in order to lean on them, you've got to first learn them.
God is immortal. He is divine. He doesn’t forget. When God makes a promise, He keeps it and fulfill it. He STANDS on His promises.
Join us in our Online Sunday Service, 9:00 AM here at Bethlehem Bulletin
The title of the message is:
Living On His Promises
by Rev. Nelson Nacionales.
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Bethlehem BackchatGot Hope?In this episode, Pastor Dan Smail and Wendy Farone ask an important question, "GOT HOPE?" Hope is something we all need. But, do you truly understand what hope is? Christian hope is different than being a positive thinker or trusting that it will all turn out alright. In trying or unstable times, we can gain great comfort in having hope...real hope. Join us for this important discussion.2021-01-1700 min
Understanding ChurchHope In this episode, Pastor Dan Smail and Wendy Farone ask an important question, "GOT HOPE?" Hope is something we all need. But, do you truly understand what hope is? Christian hope is different than being a positive thinker or trusting that it will all turn out alright. In trying or unstable times, we can gain great comfort in having hope...real hope. Join us for this important discussion. 2021-01-1744 min
Journeys of Hope | a Pilgrim Center of Hope podcastMilk Grotto – BethlehemThis week Deacon Tom & Mary Jane Fox will take a virtual pilgrimage to Milk Grotto, not far from the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square in Bethlehem. Officially called Magharet Sitti Mariam or the Grotto of the Lady Mary, tradition holds that the Holy Family took refuge in this grotto (hollowed out of limestone) on their way to Egypt as they were fleeing the Slaughter of the Innocents. It is believed that while nursing the infant Jesus a few drops of Mary’s milk fell upon the yellowish-brown stone and turned it to white. During this prog...2020-12-3154 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemYou Have Found Favor with GodWhat does it mean that Mary found favor with God? Simply speaking, God had extended himself toward her in grace. And just like Noah and Moses before her, God intended to demonstrate his glory and faithfulness. This truth led to a counter-circumstantial hope and joy for Mary and it can do likewise for us.2020-11-2946 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemA Generous PeopleThe people of God are called to be generous because God is generous. But living in generosity can be a challenging reality because we often have misplaced hope. It is only through hope rightly placed in God that we can take hold of true life and live in generosity rather than conceit.2020-11-2244 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemA People of PrayerThe people of God have always been meant to be a people of prayer. So it is no surprise when we read the book of Acts that we find the church continually being described by a devotion to prayer. As God's people we pray to worship, to be formed in the gospel, to hear from God, to receive power and to advocate for one another. This is our vision for prayer at Hope.2020-11-0239 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemOur IdentityTo a scattered church in turmoil, Peter reminds them of their God-given identity through four powerful statements. They are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation and God's special possession. All of this has been proven by the ultimate rescue Jesus had provided over sin and death. This identity gave them, and gives us, not only hope for the future, but the truth around which we ought to order our lives in worship.2020-09-1435 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemTherefore (Hebrews 10:19-25)In Hebrews 10 the author encourages us that in the midst of struggle and turmoil to not turn back to religion, but instead rely on our relationship with Jesus to draw near to God, hold on to hope, and encourage one another.2020-09-0629 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemImpartial AwarenessIn the midst of racial strife and injustice in our country, we can find hope in a God who is impartially aware and moving to bring healing. As the church, we should embody this as a way of life.2020-06-0844 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemBreathing New Life in ExileTo an exiled prophet and people, the vision of a valley of dry bones coming to life must have brought unthinkable hope. And to those who have realized their brokenness and that of this world, the life that only Jesus can bring offers far greater hope, not just for the future, but also in the now. In the footsteps of our king, we then move to proclaim and breath new life into this world.2020-05-1737 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHow to Live in ExileJeremiah's letter to the exiles was both good and bad news. Seventy years of captivity, but even that could not rescind God's faithfulness. His plan for them was a certain future and it brought with it resolute hope. On the basis of this hope, the prophet tells the people to intentionally invest their lives, even while in exile.2020-05-0338 min
Central AG BethlehemHope Beyond Hope - Pastor M. Cole McClenithanSunday Morning Sermon from 4.19.2020 @ Central Assembly of God Bethlehem Pennsylvania 2020-04-2146 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemNew World, New ChallengesAfter the Babylonians conquered Jerusalem, three young men found themselves in exile - a whole new world with all new challenges. They even found themselves on the very precipice. And yet, their faith preserved them in the midst of their fear. Like them, we can have hope in the midst of real struggle and separation.2020-04-1945 min
Wednesday Bible Study PodcastPicture the New Testament: BethlehemThis week we look at Bethlehem, which is most notable for being the birthplace of King David and Jesus. But more than being the place of two notable births, Bethlehem is the place where God's plan of salvation for the world began.
Take a moment to check out course materials, and particularly the links to the articles, Finding King Herod's Tomb and Herodium: The Tomb of King Herod Revisited.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
In Jesus,
Pastor Richard
Matthew 2.1-2: After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi...2020-01-0652 min
Wednesday Bible Study PodcastPicture the New Testament: BethlehemThis week we look at Bethlehem, which is most notable for being the birthplace of King David and Jesus. But more than being the place of two notable births, Bethlehem is the place where God's plan of salvation for the world began.
Take a moment to check out course materials, and particularly the links to the articles, Finding King Herod's Tomb and Herodium: The Tomb of King Herod Revisited.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
In Jesus,
Pastor Richard
Matthew 2.1-2: After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi...2020-01-0600 min
Hope Central AustraliaThe Bethlehem Principle - 15 December 2019 (Peter Heyworth)The Bethlehem Principle - Peter Heyworth
Bethlehem was not just a little town where Jesus Christ was born. Bethlehem is a message to us all of how we should walk through our lives for real success.
2019-12-2835 min
Bridge of Hope ChurchWhy Bethlehem? - Pastor Dallas Howard - 12.15.19Why Bethlehem? - Pastor Dallas Howard - 12.15.19 by Bridge of Hope Church2019-12-1646 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemAn Unexpected HopeAmidst all kinds of people laboring to enable the restoration of Israel, God comes to a common, insignificant person like Mary and speaks a whole new identity over her. And her faith in him leads her to embrace an unexpected hope not only for her, but the whole world.2019-12-0837 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemWho is My Neighbor?The parable of the Good Samaritan is a constant reminder that neighboring is not something you do, but a neighbor is someone you are. And our only hope for being a good neighbor is to have truly experienced and embraced the ultimate neighbor - Jesus. His love transforms us to love others.2019-06-0938 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemThe True KingWith the end of David's reign in sight, we see that God himself is the one showing mercy, championing the covenant and defeating the enemies - all things the king should be doing. And we are again faced with the continual theme of the book that God is Israel's true king and only hope for its future. In Jesus, we see God's faithfulness in mercy, covenant keeping and defeating our ultimate enemy.2019-05-1933 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemThe Valley of the Shadow of DeathAs David leaves Jerusalem into temporary exile, he encounters manipulation, accusation, beating and betrayal. And yet he places his hope in a God who might look upon his misery (iniquity) and restore blessing to him. We are reminded of Jesus' journey from the Last Supper to the cross and his willingness to place his hope in God's ultimate plan.2019-04-1429 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemConfidence Rooted in HopeConfidence is not merely a secular ideal. It can be a spiritual reality, rooted deeply in our hope and producing true faith. We see this played out in the life of King Hezekiah during the Assyrian invasion of Judah. Though tempted and tested, his confidence remained strong because his hope in God was deep. The greater king who would come - Jesus - would even more perfectly demonstrate this connection of confidence, hope and faith.2018-12-3033 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHope for a KingIsaiah prophesies to a nation in the midst of significant uncertainty and anxiety. Their corrupt king has led them in all the wrong ways. But God in his grace is sending light into their darkness - a new king who brings justice and righteousness. Ultimately, this child who was to come, arrived as a baby in a manger and brought with this the fulfillment of our hope.2018-12-2428 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHope for RenewalThe prophet Jeremiah foretells a time when there is stability in the land and the beginnings of renewal by God. It's into the reality (while shepherds watched their flocks by night) that Jesus arrived as the exponential culmination of God's renewal for the world. And now as we wait for his return, we are called to be people marked by hope and working for renewal in this world.2018-12-1634 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHope for a HealerIn a broken world, the message of hope finds footing - that out of pain there will be peace. And this peace is not just the absence of conflict, but a sense and reality of wholeness. So when the shperhpeds respond to the angels message of "peace on earth" we are cued into God's vehicle from pain to peace. It is Jesus.2018-12-0926 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHope for a SaviorTo a nation who had been beaten down and lost its glory, God spoke a word of rest, forgiveness and restoration - a promise of return to its past glory. This is ultimately accomplished through Jesus - the sturdy oak of righteousness to the glory of God. We too, take hope in the midst of a broken world, while we await the return of Jesus to make all things new.2018-12-0239 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemImperfect BeliefWhen Jesus famously tells Nicodemus that he must be "born again," he is really striking directly at his religious identity. For a man who placed all his hope in his Jewish heritage and superior morality, Jesus was alerting him to a deeper reality. He didn't need more teaching - he needed to be rescued just like everyone else. 2018-11-1234 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemFor the Broken HeartedWhen Mary Magdalene is the first to see Jesus after his resurrection, we are reminded that there is real hope for the broken and broken hearted. To a world and humanity who has been defined by its broken past, the resurrected Jesus offers a new and validated identity as children of God. 2018-04-0141 min
Bethlehem Assembly of GodRebellions Are Built On Hope - Pastor Steve MilazzoRebellions Are Built On Hope - Pastor Steve Milazzo by Bethlehem Assembly of God2018-03-0900 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemPosture of GratitudeObedience is birthed from love. When Paul calls the church to obedience, he is reminding them of God's great rescue and our rightful response of a life of submission and gratitude. This life of worship is one of God's great means of demonstrating his renewal of all things to the world which labors in darkness. When we gain a posture and perspective of gratitude, we make space for obedience. And when we live in obedience to God, we demonstrate the hope of the gospel to an onlooking world. 2018-03-0437 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSentAs followers of Jesus, we are sent as ambassadors. People who are entrusted with the good news of true life found in Jesus. At Hope, we are committed to living into this reality by living with intentionality in our spheres of influence and by launching a network of churches that will be able to represent Christ in communities across the Lehigh Valley.2018-02-0449 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemLove's Pure LightThe true beauty of Christmas is the realization that the light of God has invaded the darkness of our world. In so doing, we are called out of the darkness through the incarnation of Jesus to be sons and daughters of God, children of light. ** This teaching includes personal stories of light coming into darkness from our Hope family. Thanks to Regina, Maura, Jesse and Michelle for sharing your stories!2017-12-2434 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemFaithFaith is not just a set of beliefs or an internal feeling. More than anything it is action. Action on the basis of hope. When Scripture calls us to faith, it is calling us to act on the hope we have in God's love for and divine rescue of us. When we find our identity in this story, we take holy risks - big and small - living into what it means to live by faith.2017-10-2247 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemLong Story Short - New CreationGod's story will conclude just as it began - God dwelling with his people in his perfection creation. God will fulfill his promise to make all things new. This is both a great hope to believers living in a broken world today and a call to live new creation lives now rather than thinking escapist thoughts. Maranatha!2017-10-1545 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemHebrews - Jesus and SufferingIn Hebrews 12, the author is reaching the conclusion and purpose of the letter: to encourage the readers to endure the suffering they are going through.Today, nearly 2000 years later the call to endure still stands, as does the reality of suffering in all of our lives. Though God is a mystery and His ways are not our ways, we find hope to endure suffering by looking to what God has done in the past, who He is currently, and what the future holds for those who follow Jesus.2017-09-0339 minBethlehem Assembly of GodHope Day Sunday - Pastor Steve Milazzo & Hope Day TeamHope Day Sunday - Pastor Steve Milazzo & Hope Day Team by Bethlehem Assembly of God2017-07-1200 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSnapshots of Hope: CommunityIn the final message in our Shapshots of Hope series we look at why we love Community at Hope Alliance. In summary, we love community because community shows God's kingdom to the world, it shows God's care for us, and it grows us. But Jesus shows us in John 13 that community is truly a blessing to us when we learn to serve like he did.2017-07-0238 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSnapshots of Hope: MissionAt Hope Alliance we are sent people; sent to do what Jesus did. Based on passages in John 7, John 20, and Luke 4, we look at what Jesus did and how we are to join him in being living waters to the world around us. 2017-06-2542 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSnapshots of Hope: ChildrenChildren have a critical role to play in the church now. And just like Jesus, we should never keep the disconnected from the church, but rather see them as a crucial part of God's kingdom. It is our communal responsibility to impart the gospel to them and to be inspired by their speech, conduct, love, faith and purity.2017-06-1844 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSnapshots of Hope: GenuineToo much in our world is artificial! And this reality starts with ourselves. The gospel calls us to be genuine people who love God and others genuinely. As genuine people, we are honest about who we are, failures and all! And we aim to love God an others in a real and honest way, without masks.2017-06-1156 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemSnapshots of Hope: JesusAt Hope, we have defined our identity by the statement "Simply Jesus." For us Jesus if first and everything else is second. Its that simple! The story of the transfiguration is a compelling glimpse into why this identity is so important to us and to what it means to be a Christian. (**Our apologies for the poor audio quality**)2017-06-0449 min
Hope Church of Winter Garden, Florida12.24.16 - What Was Seen at Bethlehem - Week 5 - Message by Pastor Wes BeachamHave you ever wondered what it must have been like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born? What happened that night? How did Mary react when she saw the stable she would give birth in? What was up with the star that the wise men followed? And what about all the angels that were seen by the shepherds? Join us in this series as we take a look at “What was Seen in Bethlehem.”2016-12-2418 min
Hope Church of Winter Garden, Florida12.18.16 - What Was Seen at Bethlehem - Week 4 - Message by Pastor Wes BeachamHave you ever wondered what it must have been like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born? What happened that night? How did Mary react when she saw the stable she would give birth in? What was up with the star that the wise men followed? And what about all the angels that were seen by the shepherds? Join us in this series as we take a look at “What was Seen in Bethlehem.”2016-12-1845 min
Hope Church of Winter Garden, Florida12.11.16 - What Was Seen at Bethlehem - Week 3 - Message by Pastor Wes BeachamHave you ever wondered what it must have been like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born? What happened that night? How did Mary react when she saw the stable she would give birth in? What was up with the star that the wise men followed? And what about all the angels that were seen by the shepherds? Join us in this series as we take a look at “What was Seen in Bethlehem.”2016-12-1140 min
Hope Church of Winter Garden, Florida12.4.16 - What Was Seen at Bethlehem - Week 2 - Message by Guest Pastor Ed TrinkleHave you ever wondered what it must have been like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born? What happened that night? How did Mary react when she saw the stable she would give birth in? What was up with the star that the wise men followed? And what about all the angels that were seen by the shepherds? Join us in this series as we take a look at “What was Seen in Bethlehem.”2016-12-0433 min
Hope Church of Winter Garden, Florida11.27.16 - What Was Seen at Bethlehem - Week 1 - Message by Pastor Wes BeachamHave you ever wondered what it must have been like in Bethlehem the night Jesus was born? What happened that night? How did Mary react when she saw the stable she would give birth in? What was up with the star that the wise men followed? And what about all the angels that were seen by the shepherds? Join us in this series as we take a look at "What was Seen in Bethlehem."2016-11-2734 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemMore ListeningHow do we respond to the aftermath of a crazy election cycle? We need to learn to listen. Listen to God when he reminds us he is sovereign and therefore our only hope for the salvation and security we all so long to feel. And listen to each other has people given to gentleness which seeks fairness and justice for each other.2016-11-1348 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemMore HopeAt the root of hope is a desire for an identity - to be loved, to have meaning and to have a destiny. This human desire was always intended to find its fulfillment in God himself. And when we do this, we lead lives characterized by confidence in God and a willingness to take faith-filled risks. 2016-10-0949 minBethlehem Assembly of GodHOPE Day At The Park - Pastor Steve MilazzoHOPE Day At The Park - Pastor Steve Milazzo by Bethlehem Assembly of God2016-09-1500 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemDisciples ProclaimAs followers of Jesus, we are called to let people know that God has won the ultimate victory for humanity in and through Jesus. We do this through our actions, choices and conduct. But we also do it through our words. We're to be ready to share about our hope and always seeking opportunities that God gives us. However, this is never about being pushy, obnoxious or religious. Its about speaking about hope in kindness, respect and love.2016-08-2148 min
Hope Alliance Bethlehem1 Corinthians - ResurrectionThe resurrection is not just a nice ending to a good story. It changes everything! The resurrection means that God has accepted Jesus' sacrifice and therefore gives hope to the entire world that they can be accepted too. It assures us of the power over death and offers us the freedom of life now and in the future.2016-03-2743 min
Hope Alliance Bethlehem1 Corinthians - LoveThe primary aim of the Spirit is the proclamation of Jesus and the primary product of the Spirit is love. This poetic chapter on love which is often referenced is really a reflection on God himself. God is love and our only hope to live into this reality of love is through the gospel - the reality that he loved us first. This is the product of the ministry of the Spirit: to become a people who love in response to being a people who are loved.2016-03-1342 min
Hope Alliance BethlehemBeatitudes - The Peacemakers (Part 1)In order to be a peacemaker, we must first receive peace. This is what it means to be called children of God. The gospel is the wonderful news that a God who we have made war against our entire life is willing to cross the battle lines and offer not just a cease fire, but a full reconciliation. In fact, at the cost of his own life, Jesus makes is possible for us to be called children of God - fully adopted into God's family. This is our only hope for peace.2015-08-2346 minHope Alliance Bethlehem1 Samuel - A Replacement WarriorEach of us face personal giants in our life - affliction, struggle, sin or more likely a combination of all three. The story of David and Goliath gives us hope that the weak can be victorious. But not in the way we are used to hearing it! Our victory is not in our personal bravery and valiance. Rather, our victory is because Jesus came and fought the greatest giant for us. Only because of this, we are able to advance against the enemy in our lives.2015-04-0538 min
Hope Community Church Podcasts: Weekend MessagesO Little Town of BethlehemThe conclusion of the "12 days of crazy" series at Hope Community Church with Lead/Teaching Pastor, Mike Lee on December 21, 2014.
King David’s family endured murders, rebellion, adultery, and more. But God’s promises to David didn’t depend on David’s goodness — they depended on His. This week, learn why God’s grace toward this king from Bethlehem is good news for you today.2014-12-2231 min
Hope Community ChurchO Little Town of BethlehemThe conclusion of the "12 days of crazy" series at Hope Community Church with Lead/Teaching Pastor, Mike Lee on December 21, 2014.
King David’s family endured murders, rebellion, adultery, and more. But God’s promises to David didn’t depend on David’s goodness — they depended on His. This week, learn why God’s grace toward this king from Bethlehem is good news for you today.2014-12-2231 minHope Alliance BethlehemBuilding Hope - Multiplication MindsetMaking disciples is something everyone who follows Jesus is called to do. And when we're all doing it, it becomes a multiplying reality that results in new followers of Jesus, maturing followers of Jesus, and even new churches.2014-10-1251 minHope Alliance BethlehemBuilding Hope - Genuine ConnectionsWhat does God want from you? Many answer obedience, but that's not correct. The answer is affection. From true affection for God comes obedience. That's why at Hope we are passionate about creating genuine connection to God and each other as we seek to live the life God is calling us to.2014-10-0553 minHope Alliance BethlehemBuilding Hope - Casual DepthIt shouldn't be hard to meet Jesus, but it isn't easy to stay with him. These two realities demand that the church and followers of Jesus create atmospheres and relationships that don't create unnecessary boundaries to Jesus while urging people to go deeper in order to solidify their faith in him. 2014-09-2845 minHope Alliance BethlehemBuilding Hope - Gospel SaturationThe gospel is not just an entry ticket to the family of God. It's a whole new way of life. So, we need to be constantly saturated in the gospel in order to be all that God intends us to be. In it we find rescue and renewal, as well as a desire to share it with everyone.2014-09-2143 minHope Alliance BethlehemBuilding Hope - Simply JesusThere is a statement at the end of the transfiguration in Matthew's gospel that is so profound and so important - "they looked up and saw no one except Jesus." Even though Moses and Elijah made an appearance, when the moment was over it was simply Jesus. For Hope Alliance, we want this to be a way of life. Simply Jesus.2014-09-1444 minHope Alliance BethlehemRomans - HopeHow are we supposed to live in light of Jesus work of salvation for us? Paul centers on one word - hope. Our hope in God is not just for a future someday in heaven, but also for an abundant life now where we are experiencing the blessings of the gospel even in the midst of our broken world.2014-03-0245 minHope Alliance BethlehemRuth - ReturnAs the story continues, Ruth and her daughters-in-law head back to Bethlehem. It is a story of faith, both waning and persevering. And it is a great reminder to us that God receives all who return to him.2013-11-1741 minHope Alliance BethlehemRuth - FamineAs this short story opens, famine strikes the town of Bethlehem and a young family is faced with a difficult situation. Digging a little deeper however unveils the real reason for the famine. And this story helps us understand how we should respond to dry times in our lives as well.2013-11-1037 minHope Alliance BethlehemConstructing Vision - Training CenterOur vision at Hope is to be a training center. A place where people know and are rooted in God's story. A place where people know and follow God's call on their life. Our desire is to provide people with everything they need to accomplish this.2013-05-1929 min