A podcast from Hope Church in Richmond, VA -- weekly sermons, additional encouragement, and discussions from our pastors about what it looks like to live out a life following God.
The Boy and The Creche
12/19/2019 • 4 minutes, 8 seconds
Thankful
Devotional thoughts on gratitude
11/26/2019 • 5 minutes, 49 seconds
What is Baptism?
The nuts and bolts of why sacraments matter, and the meaning behind baptism.
5/22/2019 • 15 minutes, 56 seconds
Resurrection Life Part 2
Join Nicole and David as they continue the conversation about how we translate the knowledge of the resurrection life into a life of freedom and purpose.
5/15/2019 • 18 minutes, 5 seconds
Resurrection Life Part 1
What does it mean to live a “resurrection life?” Join Nicole and David as they explore why Easter changes everything for us—in some surprising ways.
5/8/2019 • 16 minutes, 30 seconds
Obedience, Unplugged
What obedience really is and what it means
2/20/2019 • 17 minutes, 21 seconds
The Joy and Freedom of Sabbath
An exploration of Isaiah 58
2/13/2019 • 18 minutes, 45 seconds
6 Conversions of Church
1/23/2019 • 23 minutes, 42 seconds
Relational v. Productive
We live in a productivity-obsessed culture. But is it really making us better human beings? In this episode, Nicole and David discuss the priority on relationships vs. productivity and how to find a balance in your life.
1/16/2019 • 15 minutes, 55 seconds
The Problem with Pride
Why pride is a problem--and how to deal with it in your life.
1/9/2019 • 20 minutes, 54 seconds
Peace Takes Sacrifice
The active presence of peace--and what it takes to get there.
1/2/2019 • 22 minutes, 31 seconds
Go and I'll Show
How to have faith when we desire certainty.
12/19/2018 • 22 minutes, 27 seconds
Advent
The Jewish roots of Christianity and the richness of Christmas
12/5/2018 • 21 minutes, 29 seconds
Engaging the Bible
Reposting a favorite HopeCast where David and Nicole discuss how to engage God's word for application.
11/21/2018 • 18 minutes, 48 seconds
Compatability and Commitment
Reposting a favorite HopeCast where David and Nicole discuss what's most important in a marriage.
11/14/2018 • 19 minutes, 9 seconds
Christianity and Politics
Reposting of a favorite HopeCast where David and Nicole discuss the question: "Can Christianity and Politics co-exist?"
11/7/2018 • 21 minutes, 28 seconds
The Solas
Some background history on the formation of the "Solas" and why they bring us great joy.
10/31/2018 • 18 minutes, 15 seconds
Defensive much?
Oh, humanity! On why we get defensive so easily--and what to do about it.
10/24/2018 • 18 minutes, 15 seconds
Kingdom of God
What is the kingdom of God, really, and how do I live into it?
10/17/2018 • 22 minutes, 35 seconds
Midlife
What is midlife, and is midlife crisis real?
10/10/2018 • 19 minutes, 30 seconds
Leadership
People talk a lot about leadership, but more than any skill or experience you can acquire, your leadership rises and falls on character. Join David and Nicole for a discussion on the character-building aspects of using your influence.
10/3/2018 • 24 minutes, 45 seconds
The One Big Idea of the Bible
A conversation on one little word that changes everything about the way we live.
9/26/2018 • 17 minutes, 55 seconds
Love and Disagree
Is it possible to actually care for someone and disagree with their viewpoint? How do we hold to convictions and still express love? In this episode, David and Nicole discuss the toxic debate culture and how to be engines of change.
9/19/2018 • 18 minutes, 41 seconds
Cover Ups
In this episode, David and Nicole discuss the current leadership failings in culture and what cultivates an environment of cover-ups--and how to avoid it.
9/12/2018 • 29 minutes, 15 seconds
Be Perfect
In a culture that thrives on perfectionism, David and Nicole discuss the very different invitation from Jesus to "be perfect."
9/5/2018 • 23 minutes, 5 seconds
Starting Well
What are the essential priorities when you are starting off in leadership? In this episode, David and Nicole discuss the importance of humility, excellence and a heart to serve.
7/4/2018 • 24 minutes, 14 seconds
Podcast Me-Centered Life
The insidious effects of a me-centered culture.
6/27/2018 • 20 minutes, 2 seconds
The Importance of Place
Reflections on a trip to Israel-and why places matter so deeply in life.
6/20/2018 • 24 minutes, 56 seconds
What Makes a Meaningful Life?
We live in a world that tells us "what you do is who you are." But what if the richness and meaning of life are found elsewhere? In this episode, David and Nicole examine the concept of impact and intimacy for a meaningful life.
5/9/2018 • 23 minutes, 18 seconds
Undoing Shame
We've all heard the phrase "you should be ashamed of yourself," but most of us don't think about the impact of shame on our daily lives. In this episode, David and Nicole explore a broader definition of shame and discuss how we move from hiding to transparency in our relationship with God and others.
5/2/2018 • 21 minutes, 44 seconds
Start Here: The Basics (Part Two)
In this two-part series, David and Nicole continue the conversation on the basics of faith. Join them as they discuss the 4 foundational truths that we build a relationship with God upon. To submit your questions on faith, email nunice@hopecentral.com.
4/25/2018 • 20 minutes, 38 seconds
Start Here: Stirrings (Part One)
In this two-part series, David and Nicole discuss the origins of a relationship with God. Where does it all begin for us?
4/18/2018 • 21 minutes, 34 seconds
The Wedding
A deeper, post-Easter look at the wedding metaphor in scripture
4/4/2018 • 21 minutes, 22 seconds
Generations
The responsibility of fresh expressions of the Gospel in every generation
3/28/2018 • 17 minutes, 49 seconds
The Need for Sabbath
The surprising command to rest.
3/22/2018 • 17 minutes, 16 seconds
Billy Graham
Reflections on evangelist, Billy Graham
3/1/2018 • 21 minutes, 30 seconds
Engaging the Bible
engaging God's word for application
2/22/2018 • 18 minutes, 59 seconds
Suffering in the Bible
How do we address Job and the problem of suffering within scripture?
2/14/2018 • 19 minutes, 30 seconds
Big Questions About the Bible
Questions that arise as we read through the Bible
2/7/2018 • 20 minutes, 44 seconds
Insights to the Old Testament
Observations and gleanings from reading the Old Testament
2/1/2018 • 21 minutes, 34 seconds
Is the Bible Reliable?
Can we really trust what the Bible says? *Repost episode*
1/25/2018 • 15 minutes, 54 seconds
The Importance of Light
The Bible's view of light and why it matters to you
1/18/2018 • 20 minutes, 52 seconds
Self-Leadership
Some questions to assess your maturity
1/9/2018 • 17 minutes, 48 seconds
A Challenge Worth Taking
Why you should read the whole Bible
1/4/2018 • 22 minutes, 55 seconds
Sincere Conversations
A handbook for family conversations, especially helpful during the holidays
12/20/2017 • 17 minutes, 9 seconds
Kairos/Chronos and Christmas
the power of a moment
12/8/2017 • 19 minutes, 47 seconds
What is Progress?
all progress has mess
11/30/2017 • 21 minutes, 56 seconds
Sin and Repentance
outdated words or important reality?
11/13/2017 • 21 minutes, 56 seconds
God In Tragedy
an interview with Suzanne Coburn, a crisis responder to the Las Vegas shootings.
11/2/2017 • 22 minutes, 47 seconds
The Journey of a Start-Up
In celebration of Hope's 20th, stories of God's faithfulness
10/24/2017 • 35 minutes, 19 seconds
Life's Unexpecteds
3 Questions to Ask when you face hardship
10/17/2017 • 21 minutes, 4 seconds
Catholics, Protestants and the Reformation
A quick lesson on the differences between Catholic and Protestant faith--and why the reformation has changed the way you know God
10/5/2017 • 23 minutes, 3 seconds
What is Conversion?
What do we mean when we use the term "conversion" in a church context?
9/25/2017 • 23 minutes, 3 seconds
Gospel Revolution
Did Jesus lead the only real revolution that the world has ever seen?
9/13/2017 • 21 minutes, 26 seconds
Imperfectionists Part 2
How environments can either foster growth through love or punishment through fear
8/23/2017 • 16 minutes, 16 seconds
Imperfectionists
How to learn from Jesus in an imperfect world
8/11/2017 • 20 minutes, 33 seconds
Elusive Truth
Why is the truth so hard to come by?
7/26/2017 • 21 minutes, 33 seconds
The Value of Face-to-Face Experiences
The importance of real life interactions in a digital world
7/20/2017 • 0
Moved
A missions series at Hope
7/13/2017 • 0
4 Common Mistakes
4 common mistakes that prevent us from finishing well
7/6/2017 • 0
Bibles and Devotionals
Translations and Devotionals
6/29/2017 • 0
The 40s
The one thing you need to know about your 40s
6/14/2017 • 0
Inflation of Recency
Be not afraid
6/7/2017 • 0
Understanding the Incarnation
Why this word matters every day
6/2/2017 • 0
Compatibility and Commitment
What's most important in marriage?
5/26/2017 • 0
The Opposition Culture
Guarding our hearts against the "hater" culture
5/10/2017 • 0
Hazards in Helping
The shadow side of helping--and a healthy perspective on caring
5/3/2017 • 0
In Jesus' Name
Why pray in Jesus' Name--and why does it matter?
4/25/2017 • 0
Finding Home
are you running from home or trying to find your way back?
4/12/2017 • 0
Act on Mission
What's Hope's mission statement and why does it matter?
4/4/2017 • 0
Lead with Vision
Why do vision statements matter--and how does Hope endeavor to live that out?
3/28/2017 • 0
Clarity and Calling
an exercise to sharpen your clarity around work
3/12/2017 • 0
Why Relevance Matters
Why does the church pursue relevance?
2/26/2017 • 0
Disagree Vs. Divisive
The difference between disagreeing with one another and divisiveness
2/24/2017 • 0
Christianity and Politics
Can Christianity and Politics co-exist?
2/10/2017 • 0
If There Were An Enemy...
...how would he get us?
2/3/2017 • 0
Political Discernment
*Repost from Becoming; on faith and politics
1/27/2017 • 0
Worry
An invitation to respond biblically to life in the age of worry.
1/13/2017 • 0
Grit
What does it mean to persevere in faith?
1/5/2017 • 0
Daily
12/30/2016 • 0
Personality and Character
12/22/2016 • 0
O Come Let Us Adore Him
12/16/2016 • 0
Valuable Versus Important
12/8/2016 • 0
Contentment
11/23/2016 • 0
Going Deep
11/18/2016 • 0
Can I Know God Personally? Part 2
11/11/2016 • 0
Spirit and Truth
Tyler Crowley joins David and Nicole to discuss Hope Church's new original worship record.