Shows
Igniting Hope MinistriesHow to Write Your Own DeclarationsSteve Backlund and Igniting Hope Ministries share many lists of faith declarations (in books and on their website) to use to overcome lies, strengthen specific beliefs, and see transformation. These have been a blessing to hundreds of thousands. Besides these, it is very powerful to use our own wording in proclaiming truth. In this message, Steve Backlund gives insights into how to do this, plus shares insights on the topic of declarations.
2023-11-0318 minIgniting Hope MinistriesSteve, Stop Fixating on That!Steve Backlund shares his own journey of overcoming the tendency to focus on what is wrong with himself, others, and situations. He reveals why we do this and gives five keys to overcome fixating on what is wrong. Get ready to see your influence and fulfillment increase as you receive the words of this podcast.
2023-10-1320 minIgniting Hope MinistriesLeadership Pillars: Intentionality and Healthy RelationshipsSteve continues the series of his eight pillars of leadership by highlighting intentionality and healthy relationships. Intentionality will cause you to be proactive and increase your talents. Prioritizing healthy relationships will create healthy families and strong team dynamics. In this podcast earn from Steve Backlund two of his most important core values that have blessed many.
2023-08-1123 minIgniting Hope MinistriesSurrendering BeliefsTransformation does not come from surrendering our hearts to God, but by surrendering our beliefs to Him. It is necessary to surrender our hearts, but we will be unable to be free emotionally or circumstantially if we are believing lies. Join Steve Backlund for this insightful and inspiring message.
Learn more about Steve and Wendy's ministry at ignitinghope.com.
2023-02-1826 minIgniting Hope MinistriesChildlike Excitement and WonderSteve Backlund's definition of joy is this: It is the childlike wonder and excitement of working with God instead of working for God. In this message, Steve expounds on the various parts of this definition. Get ready to have your joy tank filled through this podcast.
2023-02-0317 minIgniting Hope MinistriesOne Idea Will Change Everything"Steve, you do not need more money, you need a new idea." This is a good word to break out. of lack, but one idea can be the key to breakthrough concerning personal weaknesses, relational challenges, illnesses, and more. Join Steve Backlund as he inspires and equips you to become more creative in how you think and in what you do.
2023-01-1323 minIgniting Hope MinistriesVictorious Emotions With Wendy BacklundSteve Backlund interviews his wife, Wendy, about her best-selling book, Victorious Emotions. Wendy shares why she wrote it and key truths in the book. This podcast has many gems of revelation in it that will bless your life.
2022-10-0518 minIgniting Hope MinistriesHow to Make Incredible DecisionsSteve Backlund shares six traits of dynamic decision-makers. This is content from his upcoming new book, "Fully Convinced: The Art of Decision Making (Attaching Great Faith to Who We Are and What We Do)."
2022-07-0229 minIgniting Hope MinistriesThe Confession of Hope“Let us hold fast the confession of hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful” (Hebrews 10:23). Join Steve Backlund in this podcast as he shares the why and how of being a "confesser of hope."
2022-06-2524 minIgniting Hope MinistriesA Different Kind of Repentance MeetingThe best definition of repentance is "to change the way you think." It is a lifestyle, not an event. Join Steve Backlund in this podcast broadcast that will challenge common views of what repentance looks like, and give you a catalytic key for your life.
2022-06-1719 minIgniting Hope MinistriesJoy Really is Our StrengthJoin Steve Backlund as he shares how he became convinced of joy's importance for our physical, spiritual, and emotional health. He shares keys for how to increase joy in your life. Get ready to be inspired and empowered through this message.
2022-06-1024 minIgniting Hope MinistriesWhat Do You Need to Believe to Have Hope?Join Steve Backlund on this podcast where he discusses one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves.
2022-06-0320 minIgniting Hope MinistriesFour Things to be Fully Convinced AboutJoin this simulcast of Steve Backlund's podcast. He shares from his upcoming book, "Fully Convinced: The Art of Decision Making." This message will strengthen you ability to attach faith to key areas of your life.
2022-05-2830 minIgniting Hope MinistriesSpiritual RestSteve Backlund shares five keys to experience the rest promised to us in Hebrews 4.
2022-05-1825 minIgniting Hope MinistriesYou Already Have It!In this message, Beliefs Specialist Steve Backlund will help you break off the tendency of focusing on what you lack and actually see what you do have (which is the key to breakthrough and increase).
2022-05-1424 minIgniting Hope MinistriesWill You Just Decide!
In this message, Steve Backlund takes an excerpt out of his upcoming book and online course, Fully Convinced. He releases revelation and keys for breakthrough from Elijah's question in 1 Kings 18:21, "How long will you waver between two opinions?"
2022-05-0723 minIgniting Hope MinistriesWoulda, Shoulda, CouldaSteve Backlund attacks regret in this powerful message.
2022-04-2218 minIgniting Hope MinistriesThe Lid is OffSteve Backlund uses findings about fleas, elephants, and cows to help us defeat self-limiting beliefs. This fun-filled message has a key to your breakthrough and increased influence.
2022-04-1726 minIgniting Hope MinistriesDecide and He Will ProvideSteve Backlund shares this powerful message. Those who watch or listen to this will:
- Gain insight into what their life calling might be
- Understand that resources follow quality decisions, not the other way around
- Recognize the Book of Nehemiah is an important book in this hour
2022-04-0924 minIgniting Hope MinistriesShould You Feel Good About Yourself?Good questions lead us into life-changing revelations. The question, "Should we feel good about ourselves?" is one of the best that we can ask. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares from his experience insights he has received on this great question.
2022-04-0122 minIgniting Hope MinistriesDefeating The Critical SpiritIn this podcast Steve Backlund shares what the critical spirit is, where it comes from, why it needs to be overcome, and how to overcome it. As you listen, you will be taken higher in your beliefs about God, yourself, and others.
2022-03-2524 minIgniting Hope MinistriesAnointing or Truth? What Makes Us Free?What frees us from the curse of oppression, sickness, poverty, and negative habits? Is it the power of God or the truths of God? In this impactful podcast, Steve Backlund discusses the importance of each, and the priority of one of them.
2022-03-1816 minIgniting Hope MinistriesPositive Thinking Vs. Biblical OptimismOptimism is hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something. In this message, Steve Backlund compares biblical optimism with positive thinking. You will be inspired toward positivity in your life through what you hear, but it will be on the empowered through truth and the faithfulness of God.
2022-03-1416 minIgniting Hope MinistriesWhy I Make Declarations Part 3300th Podcast Episode!
Steve Backlund continues to share on the power of speaking faith declarations. In this podcast he shares four more reasons for doing so: 1) Declarations helps us overcome anxiety, 2) Declarations helps us to abide in the word, 3) Making declarations is part of taking up the sword of the Spirit, and 4) Declarations pull down strongholds, demolish arguments, and take thoughts captive.
2022-03-0519 minIgniting Hope Ministries298- 4 Habits of History MakersEffective people have developed good habits in their lives. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares four habits of the Apostle Paul that are in Philippians 4. Get ready to be inspired and equipped in this message.
2022-02-1920 minIgniting Hope Ministries297 - Go...Doubting NothingIn this message, Steve Backlund extracts truth from Acts 10 and 11 which will help you grow in confidence and overcome doubt in your life.
2022-02-1418 minIgniting Hope Ministries296 - It is Rarely Convenient To Do This
Felix told the Apostle Paul, "Go away for now; when I have a convenient time I will call for you." There is rarely a time when it is convenient to pursue radical growth, change, joy, or deeper heart connections with people. in this message, Steve Backlund will inspire you to not wait for ideal circumstances to move forward in powerful habits.
2022-02-0318 min
Real Faith Stories84: How Changing Your Words Will Change Your Life - Steve BacklundSteve and Wendy Backlund have experienced amazing transformation in their lives because they changed what they said about themselves; this, in turn, powerfully changed what they believed about themselves. Steve says it this way; “Transformation doesn’t come from surrendering your heart, it comes from surrendering your beliefs. And you change your beliefs by changing what you say.” In this episode you'll find out how what you say can literally change your life.
Meet Steve:
https://www.realfaithstories.com/guests/stevebacklund
Steve's Website:
https://ignitinghope.com/
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2022-01-2732 minIgniting Hope Ministries295 - When You Feel Like QuittingSteve Backlund will inspire you to not quit by releasing powerful truths and promises from Galatians 6:9. “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart".
2022-01-2618 minIgniting Hope Ministries293 - That’s It! That’s the Stronghold!When the Bible talks about "pulling down strongholds," what is it really referring to? In this message, Steve Backlund shares one of the most important keys that has radically changed his life and increased his influence.
2022-01-1418 minIgniting Hope Ministries292 - 6 Enemies to Decision MakingThe quality of our lives is largely determined by the choices we make. One of the ways to improve our decision-making is to understand and overcome the main reasons why people make poor choices. Steve Backlund shares six areas we can overcome in our decision making process.
2022-01-0718 minIgniting Hope Ministries292 – 6 Enemies to Good Decision MakingThe quality of our lives is largely determined by the choices we make. One of the ways to improve our decision-making is to understand and overcome the main reasons why people make poor choices. Steve Backlund shares six areas we can overcome in our decision-making process.
2022-01-0518 minIgniting Hope Ministries288 – 20 Catalytic Hope QuotesSteve Backlund will ignite your hope in this podcast, plus shares a catalytic forty-day strategy for starting the new year off powerfully. To top it off, he shares his favorite hope quotes.
2021-12-0817 minIgniting Hope Ministries287 – “You’re Lying to Me”There is a message that frequently comes through our negative circumstances. It is saying, "These situations define you as a person and limit what your future can be." In this message, Steve Backlund brings a spiritual sledgehammer to accepting as truth these lies.
2021-12-0218 minIgniting Hope Ministries286 – The Power of “Thank You”As America celebrates Thanksgiving, Steve Backlund shares some powerful reasons to increase our saying "thank you" to God and to the people in our lives.
2021-11-2316 minIgniting Hope Ministries285 – Standing Strong in the Evil Day Part 2This is a continued blog/podcast from June 2020 which you can find here: https://ignitinghope.com/igniting-hope/standing-strong-in-the-evil-day/
“Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand...” (Ephesians 6:13). The "evil day” is not a single day but refers to the times in our lives where we are facing circumstances that seem overwhelming. In this message, Steve Backlund shares empowering keys of how to stand in these times.
2021-11-1718 minIgniting Hope Ministries284 – Stop the LabelingWe become part of the problem, and not the solution when we "label" people in our thinking or words. Who hasn't heard or spoken labels like alcoholic, stupid, or Doubting Thomas? In this message, Steve Backlund will motivate you and equip you to overcome the tendency to judge and label others and ourselves.
2021-11-0911 minIgniting Hope Ministries283 – Empowering Our Future with Mind Renewal Part 2Proverbs 23:7 is a great verse for radical mind renewers to consider: “For as (a man) thinks in his heart, so is he”. In this podcast, Steve Backlund uses this verse to take us to another level in valuing intentional thinking and then gives keys for how to effectively do it.
2021-11-0418 minIgniting Hope Ministries282 – Empowering Our Future with Mind Renewal"Be transformed by the renewing of our minds" (Romans 12:2). Current mind renewal creates future experiences. This is true in the positive (truth) and negative (lies). Join Steve Backlund in this powerful message which gives inspiring and practical keys for how to bring true change (transformation) into your life.
2021-10-2718 minIgniting Hope Ministries281 – The Power of Our ConclusionsWhat we conclude about a circumstance is almost always more important than the circumstance itself. In this inspiring message, Steve Backlund shares about the twelve spies in Numbers 13 and how two groups of people had a different conclusion which dramatically impacted what they experienced.
2021-10-2016 minIgniting Hope Ministries280 – Letting Go of These 5 ThingsThe life of faith will cause us to have to let go of something before we can grab hold of the new things that we are destined for. In this message, Steve Backlund shares five things to release our hold on.
2021-10-1419 minIgniting Hope Ministries278 – The “Never Enough” LieThe "You are not doing enough" lie has robbed many of joy and having increased influence. When believed, it causes a lifestyle of doubt instead of faith in what we are doing. In this message, Steve Backlund shares how we can overcome self-condemnation and guilt regarding areas of life where don't think we are doing enough.
2021-09-2917 minIgniting Hope Ministries277 – Getting Your Own OilThe five wise virgins in Matthew 25 told the foolish virgins, "Get your own oil." In this podcast, Steve Backlund expounds on this and gives life-launching strategies for getting our own oil supply to overcome and live in God's fullness for our lives.
2021-09-2216 minIgniting Hope Ministries276 – Receive NotIn Numbers 13, everyone but Joshua and Caleb received the negative report of the ten spies. God is raising up Joshuas and Calebs today who refuse to receive the spirit of fear and hopelessness. In this timely message, Steve Backlund will inspire you and help you overcome any tendency to receive that which is only hurting you.
2021-09-1816 minIgniting Hope Ministries275 – Water It!“I (Paul) planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the increase” (1 Corinthians 3:6). The four stages of growth and fruit-bearing are: 1) Planting, 2) Watering, 3) God supernaturally giving the increase, and 4) Fruit-bearing/harvest. Planting and harvesting are exciting events, but watering takes faith, work, and intentionality to do. In this message, you will be inspired by Steve Backlund to be an "Apollos" for your life and others.
2021-09-0917 minIgniting Hope Ministries274 – Little Things That Make a Big Difference“If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way.” (Napoleon Hill) Steve Backlund shares how enthusiasm for the seemingly small things we do is the training ground for our doing great things in our future.
2021-09-0217 minIgniting Hope Ministries273 – Questions to Ask When DiscouragedDiscouragement is a loss of confidence or enthusiasm resulting from doubting a certain desired outcome can happen. There will always be something for us to be discouraged about in our lives if we magnify the problem instead of magnifying God in our lives (Psalms 34:3). In this message, Steve Backlund gives you questions to ask yourself which will help you focus on the things which will get you out of discouragement.
2021-08-2616 minIgniting Hope Ministries272 – Celebrating Our WeaknessThe Apostle Paul made this astounding statement in 2 Corinthians 12: 10 - “So I will celebrate my weaknesses, for when I’m weak I sense more deeply the mighty power of Christ living in me.” In this podcast, Steve Backlund gives six reasons why we should enthusiastically celebrate our weaknesses. Get ready to be inspired and equipped to see your weaknesses differently.
2021-08-1915 minIgniting Hope Ministries271 – Thermostats Vs. ThermometersEven though there are some benefits to being a spiritual thermometer, we are called beyond that to become a spiritual thermostat that sets better temperatures in our homes, churches, businesses, and everywhere else. In this message, Steve Backlund shares how we can become a thermostatic influencer who incredibly influences the environments we are a part of.
2021-08-1216 minIgniting Hope Ministries270 – Jump-starting Your Prophetic Ministry“Pursue love, and desire spiritual gifts, but especially that you may prophesy” (1 Corinthians 14:1). We all have the ability and invitation to prophesy. In this message, Steve Backlund shares why functioning in prophetic is so important, and then gives five ways to activate it in your life.
2021-08-0516 minIgniting Hope Ministries269 – Reading the Bible Prophetically"The word of God is living and powerful” (Hebrews 4:12) In this message, Steve Backlund shares how to access this life and power in your Bible reading by receiving God's "now words" for you leading you into inner victory and increased positive influence.
2021-07-2119 minIgniting Hope Ministries268 – Defeating the Giant of Negative ComparisonAll of us are tempted to feel bad about ourselves when we see others doing what we do, but doing it better. In this message, Steve Backlund draws from King Saul's unhealthy response to David's success to inspire us to celebrate others and to attach faith to what we are doing now (even if it does not seem as successful as others).
2021-07-1417 minIgniting Hope Ministries267 – Finding Your “Son of Peace”In this message, Steve Backlund shares insights into Jesus' instruction to His disciples to look for a "son of peace" as they traveled into different cities and how it applies to us today. This podcast will give you a significant key for increasing your influence toward the people you are called to positively impact.
2021-07-0815 minIgniting Hope MinistriesCelebrating ProgressWe don't withhold approval from a toddler who is struggling to walk. No, we celebrate every step or attempt at making a step. Unfortunately, few apply this principle of celebrating progress to their own lives. In this message, Steve Backlund seeks to convince you of the importance of celebrating ourselves. Get ready to be inspired and equipped for a higher way of living.
2021-07-0212 minIgniting Hope Ministries266 – Growing the Hero in YouThere is a hero on the inside of each of us waiting to come out to bring freedom and deliverance to people like never before. In this podcast, Steve Backlund reveals an unsuspecting key to unlock our potential. Get ready to be inspired and equipped in this important teaching.
2021-06-2415 minIgniting Hope Ministries265 – It Won’t Make SenseThe most important things we need to hear will sound ridiculous when we first hear them. In this message, Steve Backlund gives you biblical reasons and tools to not allow our experiences to dull us from hearing who we really are and hearing the mind-blowing plans God has for us.
2021-06-1819 minIgniting Hope Ministries264 -The Powerful Weapon of “Thank You”"The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds" (2 Corinthians 10:4). The greatest strongholds hindering the promises of God are in the minds of people, but God has given us weapons of divine power to destroy these strongholds of negative thinking resulting from believing lies. In this message, Steve Backlund highlights one of the most significant, supernatural weapons God has given us in the words "Thank you."
2021-06-0917 minIgniting Hope Ministries263 – The Cloud of WitnessesThe heroes of faith are in the spiritual grandstands cheering us on. “Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses . . ." (Hebrews 12:1). In this message of massive encouragement, Steve Backlund speculates about what some of our favorite Bible characters are saying to us as they cheer us on in our spiritual journeys.
2021-06-0418 minIgniting Hope Ministries261 – Pursuing Radical Personal GrowthIn this podcast, Steve Backlund shares why systems are more important than goals in our lives. He then gives four systems he has developed for his own life which have made a huge difference.
2021-05-2018 minIgniting Hope Ministries260 – Cancel the Cancel CultureMany people cancel themselves and others by believing if we have made mistakes, we should be shamed and ostracized. In this powerful message, Steve Backlund reveals how we are called to restore, not cancel people. Get ready to be given a great key for increased victory and influence.
2021-05-1216 minIgniting Hope Ministries259 – Identifying What We Really BelieveCurrent beliefs create future emotions and future experiences. In this message, Steve Backlund shares about the importance of identifying and replacing the beliefs causing a lack of hope and other non-empowering beliefs with the truth that will make us free.
2021-05-0718 minIgniting Hope Ministries258 – 12 Spiritual Experiments to TryThere is no progress unless someone is trying something new. As we experiment with new ways of doing things, we set ourselves up for discovering keys that will change our lives in significant ways. In this podcast, Steve Backlund gives you twelve ideas for you to consider doing.
2021-04-2916 minIgniting Hope Ministries256 – “I Have To” Vs. “I Get To”Our words reflect our deepest beliefs. In this message, Steve Backlund reveals how simply changing our language from "I have to" to "I get to" will cause us to upgrade our beliefs about our lives and commitments, which will then increase our personal victory and influence.
2021-04-1514 minIgniting Hope Ministries254 – Delight Yourself in the Lord"Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart" (Psalms 37:4). Join Steve Backlund as he reveals the importance of this truth and shares practical ways to implement it into your life.
2021-04-0115 minIgniting Hope Ministries253 – Never Stop StartingEveryone feels like quitting a good habit at times because of apparent failure. Whether it be a spiritual discipline, a beneficial lifestyle habit, exercising & eating right, prioritizing key relationships, writing a book, or something else, we will find ourselves not meeting the standard we have set for ourselves. In this encouraging message, Steve Backlund gives you six reasons why we should never stop starting doing the things we believe we are to do.
2021-03-2515 minIgniting Hope Ministries252 – Taking the High Road“If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men” (Romans 12:18). Taking the high road means maintaining integrity and honor even when others don’t. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares this vital, timely message for those who want to strengthen their ability to do relationships well, build trust in the eyes of others, and increase personal fulfillment.
2021-03-1814 minIgniting Hope Ministries251 – Faithful in Circumstantial PrisonsBut the Lord was with Joseph . . . and the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph’s hand all the prisoners who were in the prison and whatever he did, the Lord made it prosper (Genesis 39:21-23). Because Joseph was good in prison, he was promoted to a place of authority in the Palace. We all are in some sort of prison of circumstantial restriction in our lives. When we are faithful in these situations, it sets us up for unexpected promotion. In this message, Steve Backlund gives you vision and wisdom to thrive even in the prison situations of our li...
2021-03-1114 minIgniting Hope Ministries250 – Change Your Words, Change Your Life"If we’re able to bridle the words we say, we are powerful enough to control ourselves in every way, and that means our character is mature and fully developed" (James 3:2 TPT). In this message, Steve Backlund unlocks the powerful spiritual law of words. Get ready to be inspired to "speak life" like never before.
2021-03-0419 minIgniting Hope Ministries249 – Defeating Unsuspected Sources of ShameSteve Backlund shares about areas almost everyone experiences some level of embarrassment, inferiority, and feeling less than others. He also gives insight into overcoming these feelings of low-grade shame in our lives.
2021-02-2518 minIgniting Hope Ministries248 – Creating Urgency for the Important ThingsThe two most common ways to get urgency in our lives are vision and pain. This message will inspire and help equip you to develop the muscle of urgency for the important things in life. Get ready to never be the same again as you hear these practical but powerful truths from Steve Backlund.
2021-02-1818 minIgniting Hope MinistriesDare To Believe Ft. Steve Backlund – Growing Big PeopleListen to this catalytic podcast that Steve Backlund made a guest appearance in. This is from the Dare To Believe Podcast and you can check out their podcast by clicking HERE.
2021-02-1559 minIgniting Hope Ministries247 – Right Living or Right Believing?In this message, Steve Backlund gives a powerful argument for the necessity of primarily preaching a "right believing" message. Get ready to be inspired and challenged in this riveting message that exposes the lie that we are to be more concerned with what we are doing than what we are believing.
2021-02-1117 minIgniting Hope Ministries246 – Cultivating Our Listening Skills"Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger" (James 1:19). We many classes on how to speak well, but not so many on how to listen. In this message, Steve Backlund seeks to convince you that listening well is more important than speaking well. Get ready to be motivated and equipped to improve your relationships and influence through the power of listening well.
2021-02-0417 minIgniting Hope Ministries245 – Two Incredible HabitsSteve Backlund shares about two of his most catalytic habits - attaching faith to what he is doing and encouraging others. This is a message for those who want to break out of average and move in abundant life living.
2021-01-2815 minIgniting Hope Ministries244 – The Power of Negativity FastsSteve Backlund shares the why and what concerning negativity fasts and how it has powerfully impacted his own life. He shares about what a negativity fast is and what it isn't He also invites the listener to consider joining Igniting Hope's annual 40-day Negativity Fast & Positivity Feast starting on February 17, 2021. There are three levels including a free level and two paid levels with additional content and opportunities. Click here to register or to get more information.
2021-01-2116 minIgniting Hope Ministries243 – “We Are Not Losers”Steve Backlund shares from his experiences of playing and coaching sports to speak a word of hope and inspiration for times when might feel we are losing personally or corporately.
2021-01-1518 minIgniting Hope Ministries242 – I Choose You AgainThe quality of our lives is largely dependent on the commitments we have in relationships. In this message, Steve Backlund inspires us to continually choose to bring our best to the most important relationships we have in our family, church, work, friends, and beyond.
2021-01-0715 minIgniting Hope Ministries240 – Get Your Momentum BackPeople who are stuck in life tend to focus on two things: 1) what they have lost, and 2) negative things they believe are coming. They also are likely to devalue what they already have. This was true for the widow in 2 Kings 4. In this podcast, Steve Backlund releases a now word for people who want to re-establish or increase their momentum in life.
2020-12-1716 minIgniting Hope Ministries239 – Overcoming 4 Big Christmas Season LiesIn this message, Steve Backlund shares how our beliefs are a key factor in having victorious emotions and blessed circumstances. He specifically addresses what beliefs will increase the likelihood of having a great Christmas.
2020-12-1014 minIgniting Hope Ministries236 – Welcome to the ClubOne of the biggest lies many of us face is, "I am the only one who feels this way." In this message, Steve Backlund dismantles this falsehood and releases great hope as he does so.
2020-11-1915 minIgniting Hope Ministries235 – Declare and Delight"Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart" (Psalms 37:4). In this message, Steve Backlund will inspire you into greater confidence of future success by showing you how to combine faith declarations with delighting in the Lord.
2020-11-1215 minIgniting Hope Ministries234 – Do Not FearThe Bible says 365 times to not be afraid. The current political and media climate promotes a message of fear and doom and gloom. Steve Backlund speaks to this and shares powerful Bible verses to strengthen us so we can walk in peace, confidence, boldness, and hope.
2020-11-0514 minIgniting Hope Ministries233 – “Steve, Why Are You Not Radically Joyful Now?”Happiness comes from what happens to us, while joy comes from what we know. In this message, Steve Backlund shares why he believes joy is 1/3 of the kingdom as stated in Romans 14:17. Get ready to receive a radical personal growth and kingdom advancing key in this message.
2020-10-2914 minIgniting Hope Ministries232 – Skilled in the Word of RighteousnessWhat is the New Covenant answer to overcoming sinful behaviors? It is becoming skilled in the word of righteousness. In this message, Steve Backlund unlocks one of the most important truths in the Bible.
2020-10-2215 minIgniting Hope Ministries231 – The Reality & Power of Spiritual LawsGod's laws are not rules to be obeyed out of a fear of punishment mindset, but they are spiritual principles to be accessed for increase in our lives. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares life-changing insights contained in his book, Divine Strategies for Increase.
2020-10-1518 minIgniting Hope Ministries227 – Becoming Fully ConvincedJust because we are not fully convinced about God's promises now, it does not mean we are doing something wrong. Join Steve Backlund as he shares how God empowers us to strengthen our beliefs toward the goal of being convinced of our identity, His promises, and our assignments and callings.
2020-09-1617 minIgniting Hope Ministries225 | Worrying with GodGod did not give us the imagination to be the devil’s playhouse but to be the womb of faith. Negative worry is imagining your future as if God does not show up. Positive worry is imaging your future as if God fully shows up. In this fun and enlightening message, Steve Backlund shares how to worry with God about your future
2020-09-0214 minIgniting Hope Ministries223 | When Did Joseph Become a Successful Man?"The Lord was with Joseph, and he was a successful man" (Genesis 38:2). It is enlightening and inspiring to understand when this was said about Joseph. Steve Backlund shares a powerful word on inner success which leads to others seeing that the Lord is with us.
2020-08-2111 minIgniting Hope Ministries222 | 2 Transformation-Igniting HabitsWe are promised that beholding the glory of the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:18) and renewing the mind (Romans 12:2) will bring transformation. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares about each of these and the importance of making sure both are in our lives.
2020-08-1415 minIgniting Hope Ministries218 | Finding Your “Why”Steve Backlund shares about the difference between desiring a position or having a mission? If we do not have a compelling why for the blessings and favor we desire, then we could be wanting things to validate us instead of validating how good God is.
2020-07-2014 minIgniting Hope Ministries217 | Do You Want to be Made Well?“Do You Want to be Made Well? Jesus asked this question to the lame man by the Pool of Bethesda. It seems like the answer is obvious, but it really isn’t. Join Steve Backlund in this inspiring message that will help you demolish the victim mindset and its destructive effects on our lives.
2020-07-1115 minIgniting Hope Ministries213 | Taking Thoughts Captive to What?In this message, Steve Backlund looks at what it really means to “take every thought to the obedience to Christ.” It will take your renewing of the mind to the next level. This message will inspire you, plus ground you more in the grace of God.
2020-06-1213 minIgniting Hope Ministries208 | “My Laughter Feels Fake”In this message, Steve Backlund shares powerfully about the benefits of developing the habit of laughing regularly, and he dispels the myth that it is inauthentic and fake to laugh when we do not feel like laughing.
2020-05-1015 minIgniting Hope Ministries206 | I Have Healthy Long-Term RelationshipsIn this message, Steve Backlund unpacks this important truth and declaration for our lives.
2020-04-2517 minIgniting Hope Ministries205 – Put On Your Oxygen Mask First“In the event of a loss of cabin pressure, secure your own oxygen mask before helping others. If the bag does not inflate, oxygen is still flowing.” Steve Backlund takes this airplane safety announcement and gives some potent wisdom for personal victory and enduring influence.
2020-04-1618 minIgniting Hope Ministries204 – Overcoming Destination DiseaseIn this message, Steve Backlund will inspire you to not wait for promises to be fulfilled to prosper in your soul.
2020-04-1118 minIgniting Hope Ministries203 – How to Arise and Shine During the CoronavirusSteve Backlund believes Isaiah 60:1-5 are vital verses for this time. In this message, Steve shares some vital insights from these verses, plus gives five keys to arise and shine like never before.
2020-04-0418 minIgniting Hope Ministries201 – Five Questions to Ask Yourself During a National CrisisSteve Backlund presents five questions to ask ourselves during the Coronavirus (or any other national crisis) which will cause increased victorious mindsets, personal growth, and increased positive influence.
2020-03-2113 min
Out of the Box with Steve and Lorraine#018 Igniting Hope in 2017 with Steve BacklundWe are starting 2017 off with Steve Backlund of Igniting Hope and looking at successful leadership and building healthy teams. Steve gives us a powerful word to start the year with; he shares four key thoughts regarding personal development, important relationship skills to develop as a leader, and how he overcame his personal challenges. Steve completes our time together by looking at common issues he has seen in leaders that interfere with building healthy teams and successful leadership. Access leadership resources by Steve and Wendy Backlund at IgnitingHope.org
2017-01-0657 minOut of the Box with Steve and Lorraine#018 Igniting Hope in 2017 with Steve BacklundWe are starting 2017 off with Steve Backlund of Igniting Hope and looking at successful leadership and building healthy teams. Steve gives us a powerful word to start the year with; he shares four key thoughts regarding personal development, important relationship skills to develop as a leader, and how he overcame his personal challenges. Steve completes our time together by looking at common issues he has seen in leaders that interfere with building healthy teams and successful leadership. Access leadership resources by Steve and Wendy Backlund at IgnitingHope.org
2017-01-0657 min