The Hope Files

Ep 20 - Give a reason  In the New Testament, Christians are told they should be able to give a reason for their hope. So in this final episode of the series, George does that. He gives a reason for the hope he has.  Check out George’s other podcast ‘The Seven-Minute Sermon’  https://omny.fm/shows/the-seven-minute-sermon  Keep up with all the content he publishes through his Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/revgeorgepenk Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re talking about the Cross of Christ. Because when it comes to Christian hope, we can’t really overstate the significance of the Crucifixion.  Watch NT Wright teaching about the Cross  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGJ7M1CDhBU  Read Andrew Wilson’s article about Barabbas  https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2021/april/andrew-wilson-barabbas-story-prisoner-swap.html  Check out Amy Orr-Ewing’s ‘Good Friday Reflections’  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TozlBSfH1q8 Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesus Christ is the Light of the World, and his followers are called to reflect that light. This week we hear stories of people who have done so in amazing ways.  Listen to Nicky Gumbel’s ‘Money: A Blessing or a Curse?’ commentary  https://bibleinoneyear.org/en/classic/220  Check out Daneen Akers’ profile of Florence Nightingale  https://www.holytroublemakers.com/florence  Read Lynne McDonald’s article about Nightingale’s faith  https://cwfn.uoguelph.ca/spirituality/florence-nightingale-faith-and-work   Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we look at the concept that our identity is ultimately defined by God. Who we are in his sight is who we really are.  Connect with ELEVATE Christian Disability Trust  www.elevatecdt.org.nz  Read Ellery Sadler’s article about calling and identity  https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/your-calling-doesnt-define-you Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes it’s really hard to trust God. But even when life makes it difficult, we can always trust him. This week we look at some reasons why.  Watch Trillia Newbell’s ‘A Moment of Steadfast Hope’ video  https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/video/romans-8-a-moment-of-steadfast-hope  Read Thomas Christianson’s book ‘The Unreasonable Jesus’   www.amazon.com/Unreasonable-Jesus-Becoming-Person-Made/dp/1470748630  Check out Shane Pruitt’s book ‘9 Common Lies Christians Believe’  www.amazon.com/Common-Lies-Christians-Believe-Infinitely/dp/0735291578 Support The Hope Files: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.