Best HOPE Church Raleigh Podcasts (2026)

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A Study in the Worship of God (Pt. 2) from Jn. 4:19-24 34:17

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Pastor Chris continues to unpack the subject of the worship of God with an emphasis on the Commandments dealing with God Himself and warnings against idolatry and the profane use of His holy Name.By HOPE Church Raleigh

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New Hope from Dry Bones – Dec. 7, 2025 9:30

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John 11:14-27 Ezekiel 37:1-14 Susan Scott's sermon starts us with Israel's period of exile in Babylon, where Jerusalem has fallen, the temple is destroyed, and the people feel like God has abandoned them without hope. Ezekiel reminds the Israelites that God has not forgotten them. God keenly knows their suffering and Showed Ezekiel a vision of hope…

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Rooted in the Word | Rooted, Week 2 36:57

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Storms don’t create roots—they reveal them. This message challenges you to ask: What am I really grounded in? Through powerful stories and Scripture, you’ll discover how the Word of God can move from your bookshelf into your life, shaping how you handle pressure, grow in faith, and bear lasting fruit. Are you ready to see what your roots are really…

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When God Is In It and It Still Fails | Exodus 4:18-6:12 | Rescue 43:40

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Our obedience to God doesn’t necessarily guarantee that things in our life won’t go wrong, or that we won’t fail. And yet, that’s a hard pill to swallow—if we’re obeying God, surely everything will fall into place, right? In this week’s message from Exodus 4–6, Pastor J.D. shows us how Moses faced this very struggle in his first confrontation with …

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The Story of Identity [Scott Lehr] 55:42

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True identity is not something you earn through performance but something you receive through belonging to God. SCRIPTURE John 17:6-10 ============== Watch Study GuideBy Scott Lehr

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Taking Sides – Jan. 11, 2026 10:25

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Isaiah 42:1-9, Matthew 3:13-17 Phil Jackson was our guest speaker this Sunday, retelling the story of Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist. Would you have gone out to hear John in the wilderness? Many people went out to hear this guy preach and teach. Jesus was among those who went to where John was preaching. It takes a little convincing for John to…

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S4 Ep32: Rooted in Purpose: Demetrius Hunter and The Black Farmers Hub 1:10:08

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In this episode Tatiana and L.A. discuss New Year's Resolutions and "The Dress". Then L.A. interviews the owner of The Black Farmers Hub, Demetrius Hunter.By The Unknown Preacher LA

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Meeting the I AM | Exodus 3:1-4:17 | Rescue 47:39

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When we are overwhelmed by a particular challenge or even just by life itself, feelings of insecurity can threaten to take over. In today’s message from Exodus 3 and 4, Pastor J.D. walks us through Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush. Though Moses felt completely unprepared for the assignment in front of him, God provided reassurance that…

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Will We Trust Him Here? Part 1 // Pastor Christian Bonham 31:03

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Text: Deuteronomy 8 To kick off the new year we are talking about resolutions and what it means to be people of resolve. Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.com THIS SERMON CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmshgH0JLqxzRXiEr2QktQ Worship Service of Bethany Bap…

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Vision Sunday 2026 33:25

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Pastor Ike casts vision for 2026, calling the church to pursue God's preferred future by living out the Great Commission, the Great Commandments, and the Great Compassion. This message challenges us to reach our community with both hands—showing compassion and justice while boldly inviting others to follow Jesus—and to believe that the gospel can t…

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Vision: 2026 | Rooted, Week 1 36:34

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What if the weight you feel is not because life is too heavy, but because your roots have not gone deep enough? This Vision message explores how spiritual drift happens and why lasting change comes from seeing Jesus more clearly, not trying harder. As we look ahead, we are committing to a church and a people rooted in God’s Word and formed for life…

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A Study on the Worship of God (Part One) 39:14

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We are beginning on the study of how God Himself wants to be worshiped. He is the audience and recipient of our worship. The Scriptures provide all that we need to do it rightly and in a way that pleases Him.By HOPE Church Raleigh

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Melody | Exodus 1:1-2:10 | Rescue 45:16

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Rescue. Salvation. Deliverance. These words characterize the story of the book of Exodus, as God frees his people from slavery in Egypt in an amazing display of power and might. As we begin a new series through the first half of Exodus, Pastor J.D. shows us from the first two chapters what we can learn about God’s work of salvation on a broad scale…

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The Story of Glory [Scott Lehr] 54:37

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True glory is not found in accomplishments or recognition but in knowing God and living in alignment with His will. Jesus shows that real success is experienced through relationship with God and faithful obedience to the work He has given each of us to do. SCRIPTURE John 17:1-5 ============== Watch Study Guide…

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Dying to Live – Jan. 4, 2026 12:02

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Matthew 2:1-12 On this Epiphany Sunday Susan began with a portrayal of the wise men's perspective crafted by Frederick Buechner. Why did the magi follow the star to where Jesus was? "To be wise is to be eternally curious." Is to live without Christ the real death, and to die with him the only life? Jesus invites us to pick up our cross; not an appe…

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S4 Ep31: Message: Pass the Torch 35:12

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By The Unknown Preacher LA

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A Tabernacle Among Us – Dec. 21, 2025 8:48

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John 1: 1-18 Susan Scott reminded us of a powerful image from this week's scripture in John where Jesus became flesh and "tabernacled with us." Jumping back in time to Exodus, God instructs the chosen people in great detail on how to build a portable tabernacle, a sanctuary, for God to dwell in, but only a very select few people could enter. Later …

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True King vs. Wicked King - Four Prophesies Fulfilled // Bub Hayes 42:41

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Text: 2 Peter 1:19-2, Matthew 2:6, 2:12-23 Today Bub Hayes leads us in the study of Biblical prophesy. Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.com THIS SERMON CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmshgH0JLqxzRXiEr2QktQ Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wende…

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Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayer? | Gen. 32 | Prayer 43:55

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In this message from Genesis 32, Pastor J.D. tells the story of Jacob, a man who began his life as a deceiver and ended his life with a limp—but who, right in the middle, wrestled with God and received an unimaginable blessing. Jacob provides a model for all of us who have ever waited on God to answer us, unsure if he hears, he cares, or he will ev…

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Christmas Eve-Eve Service 2025 18:23

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Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus with scripture reading, story time for kids, and worship! Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.com THIS SERMON CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmshgH0JLqxzRXiEr2QktQ Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell…

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The Arrival of the Long-Awaited, Promised One from Lk. 2:1-20 29:04

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Jesus finally arrives on the scene, God coming to earth as a man, being born of a woman, beginning life as is normal for us. However, in His virgin birth and with the announcement of the Heavenly Hosts, we know that Jesus will have a greater impact on mankind than anyone could ever imagine!By HOPE Church Raleigh

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The Story of Lot: The Danger of Worldliness and the Duty of Prayer | Gen. 19 | Prayer 43:05

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Jesus said we should pray like children. Children don’t think about how they approach, whether they are using the right words, or whether their parents are pleased with them. They just ask. Astoundingly, that’s the beginning of learning to pray.By J.D. Greear Ministries

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A Living Hope for a New Year [Jon Cullen] 35:15

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Real hope is not found in a new calendar year or improved circumstances but in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This living hope secures identity, gives purpose to trials, and fills life with joy that cannot be taken away. SCRIPTURE 1 Peter 1:1-12 ============== WatchBy Jon Cullen

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God Has Spoken – 2 Timothy 3:1-17 38:17

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By Imago Dei Church

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S4 Ep30: Friends Too 1:10:14

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In this episode Reverend Jones, Rodney and L.A. provide a follow up to last week's episode on friendship (the male perspective).By The Unknown Preacher LA

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The God of Interruptions [Scott Lehr] 31:08

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God often uses interruptions to invite people into the peace they are missing. True peace is not found in control or comfort, but in trusting Jesus even when life does not go as planned. SCRIPTURE Luke 2:1-14 ============== WatchBy Scott Lehr

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Hope Has a Name | John 1:12 | Christmas at DPAC 2017 22:27

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Hope has a name, and his name is JESUS. For all that you aren’t, for all that you need, for all that you fear, for all that you crave, for literally all that you ever cannot be, he is the great I AM.By J.D. Greear Ministries

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Love In The Mess 26:27

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Listen to this week's sermon with pastor Sharon Miller as she engages the fourth theme of Advent: Love.

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When Faith Becomes Reality from Lk. 1:59-80 28:18

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The birth of John the Baptizer provides an opportunity to see how Zechariah and Elizabeth respond to the fulfillment of God's Word of promise to them. In the same fashion God will bring the answers to our prayers as we believe and trust in Him.By HOPE Church Raleigh

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Know What Anchors You | unCERTAINty, Week 9 39:35

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What if real certainty in life is actually possible? In this message from 1 John, we uncover how truly knowing God brings confidence, clarity, and assurance even in an uncertain world. Discover why faith in Jesus offers something far deeper than a false sense of security.By Hope Community Church - Raleigh, NC

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Simple Christmas: Part 4 – A Look at Celebration Through the Eyes of Simeon and Anna // Pastor Christian 42:59

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Text: Luke 2:21-38 Christmas is easily the most popular yet underestimated holiday in the Christian calendar. In one breath, it’s easy to say that Christmas is about the birth of Jesus, but in the next be completely unmoved by why the events around His birth matter for us in everyday life. So what is Christmas truly all about and why does it matter…

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Everlasting Father | Isaiah 9:6–7 | Hope Has a Name 44:46

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The Savior that was promised hundreds of years before Jesus came to earth was the Messiah an army under siege needed … not because they needed to be delivered from their enemies but because they needed to be delivered from their sin. Pastor J.D. continues today in Isaiah 7 to show us how to approach the Wonderful Counselor, who knows our sin but in…

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Truly He Taught Us to Love One Another – 1 John 4:7-12 34:08

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By Imago Dei Church

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Find That Missing Peace [Dave Morley] 46:32

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Peace is not found by escaping stress but by anchoring your life in Christ. When your heart and mind are guarded by God, anxiety loses its grip and true peace takes root. SCRIPTURE Philippians 4:4-9 ============== Watch Study GuideBy Dave Morley

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S4 Ep29: Friends: Who's Really in Your Circle 1:28:11

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In this episode Tatiana and L.A. talk about friends, then L.A. facilitates a panel with two sets of friends; Whitney & Jazz/ Helen & MichelleBy The Unknown Preacher LA

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We Make Scarcity from Abundance – Dec. 14, 2025 10:26

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Isaiah 55:1-13 Buy it quick before it runs out! One day sale only! Maybe I should get two just in case. We are trained from an early age by society and by advertising to fear that if we don't purchase something, it will not be available to us in the future or at that price, and we will suffer somehow for not owning it. People are good at manufactur…

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Wonderful Counselor | Isaiah 9:6–7 | Hope Has a Name 43:56

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The promise of a Savior that wouldn’t arrive for 700 years might not have been a great comfort to the army that received the prophecy, but God knew what they needed, and what we need today, is a Messiah who would save us from our sin. Today, Pastor J.D. is unpacking the promise of Isaiah 9 from the series “Hope Has a Name” and showing us how we sho…

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Joy Over Suffering 32:22

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Listen to this week's sermon with guest speaker Chad Wenger as he engages the third theme of Advent: Joy.

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When Encouragement is Needed, God Grants It from Lk. 1:39-56 29:33

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As Mary visits her cousin, Elizabeth, they gain encouragement from each other in fulfilling the respective roles God has given to them. Likewise, when we need encouragement to complete our mission, God will grant it.By HOPE Church Raleigh

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Winning but Not Living | unCERTAINty, week 8 35:43

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You can have the wins everyone sees and still feel the weight no one knows. This week we’re exploring the difference between building a life and actually living one. If you’re tired of pretending you’re fine, don’t skip this message.By Hope Community Church - Raleigh, NC

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Jesus, the Light | Isaiah 9:2 | Everlasting Wonder 40:19

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Have you ever been in a place of immense darkness, literal or otherwise? If so, then you know how incredibly powerful it is when you see the first rays of light beginning to break through. In this week’s message from Isaiah 9, the last in our Christmas series, Pastor J.D. shows us how Jesus is the light that the long-ago prophet spoke about. Even w…

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The Peace You Cannot Purchase [Scott Lehr] 56:47

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Jesus, the Prince of Peace, enters our darkness with a peace we can experience when we surrender our fears, restlessness, and striving to Him. SCRIPTURE Luke 2:8-14 ============== Watch Study GuideBy Scott Lehr

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Joy to the World – Psalm 98:1-9 30:51

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By Imago Dei Church

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S4 Ep28: Pastor J. Alexander Leaston: First Congregational Church-Raleigh 1:01:51

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In this episode Tatiana and L.A. discuss their Thanksgiving events and Christmas gifts. Then L.A. speaks with FCC's newly installed Pastor, Rev Dr. J. Alexander LeastonBy The Unknown Preacher LA

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Horns | Isaiah 9:2 | Everlasting Wonder 47:32

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While Christmas has inspired the writing of many songs throughout the centuries, one song that is often overlooked is a biblical one—namely, that of Zechariah, whose words were inspired by the birth of John the Baptist. It talks about three ordinary objects and how they can help us better apprehend the meaning of Christmas. In this message from Luk…

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Simple Christmas: Part 2 – Mary and Her Song // Pastor Christian Bonham 48:10

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Text: 1 Timothy 2:5, Luke 1:38, 2:26-55, 11:27-28 Christmas is easily the most popular yet underestimated holiday in the Christian calendar. In one breath, it’s easy to say that Christmas is about the birth of Jesus, but in the next be completely unmoved by why the events around His birth matter for us in everyday life. So what is Christmas truly a…

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Peace in an Age of Anxiety 26:33

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Listen to this week's sermon with Pastor Alex Regalado as he engages the second theme of Advent: Peace.

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Be Amazed | unCERTAINty, Week 7 42:02

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Be amazed at a love that never stops pursuing you. Long before you reached for God, He was already reaching for you with a love stronger than fear, failure, or doubt. This message invites you to see His heart in a way that just might change yours.By Hope Community Church - Raleigh, NC

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In the Midst of Fear, Faith Abounds from Lk. 1:26-38 31:48

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Luke shares the experience of Mary and how Gabriel's message to her as the one chosen to bear God's Son, the Promised Messiah was received by her in faith as an example to all believers to not fear, but to trust completely in God.By HOPE Church Raleigh

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The Five Convictions of Those Who Transform the World | Acts 7:54-8:4 | Live Sent 42:54

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Though the first few chapters of Acts are filled with baptisms and miracles, the pivotal point of the book—the stoning of Stephen—shows how God uses ordinary believers to display his power and accomplish his mission amidst persecution. In today’s message from Acts 7 and 8, Pastor J.D. encourages us to consider how God might be calling us to advance…