HOPE is Here

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HOPE is Here brings hope to those struggling with life‘s difficult situations.

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Feb 10, 2022

Playing Hurt (pt. 2)

Feb 10, 2022

14 min

What hurt are you dealing with right now? Nobody can give you hope like Wayne Smith. Tune in today and listen with Greg as Wayne Smith encourages us to learn to play, even when we are hurt.

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Feb 9, 2022

Playing Hurt (pt 1)

Feb 9, 2022

14 min

“I didn’t want people to know I was hurt.” Wayne Smith speaks to us today from beyond the grave. He preached this message examining how we are made of imperfect flesh that hurts. But God is able to heal. Wayne encourages us to “Learn to play when you’re hurt…”

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Feb 8, 2022

Do You Wanna Get Well? (pt 2)

Feb 8, 2022

14 min

There’s always hope in God, no matter what you’ve been through. Join Greg again today as we listen to Mike Breaux spread hope when asking the question “Do you wanna get well?” Did you know that God is into recycling? He takes all of our trash and can turn it into something beautiful. Ephesians 2:10 – “We are God’s masterpiece…”

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Feb 7, 2022

Do You Wanna Get Well? (pt 1)

Feb 7, 2022

14 min

Join Greg today as we listen in on a message from Mike Breaux as Mike asks “Do you wanna get well?” This is a great 14-minute investment into a dose of hope for today. Turn in. You’ll be glad you did.

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Feb 4, 2022

4 Steps to Overcome Fear

Feb 4, 2022

14 min

Satan has stolen a lot of key moments in our lives by filling us with fear. There is freedom when we overcome that fear. Today, Greg shares with us 4 practical steps to overcome fear and find that freedom. 1 John 4:28 says “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.” Maybe this needs to be your verse today. Courage is fear that has said its prayers! Tune in to today’s show for a taste of the freedom that can be ours when we overcome fear.

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Feb 3, 2022

Know Fear

Feb 3, 2022

14 min

In the past, Greg has been fearful of dentists, the deep end of the pool, and losing his hair! Maybe you can relate. We all have experienced fear of some kind before. What are you fearful of? Fear can be overwhelming at times but thankfully, we can learn a lesson from it. God knew we would struggle with fear. Join Greg as he looks at God’s promises to comfort us in times of fear.

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Feb 2, 2022

4 Thoughts When You Are Feeling Alone

Feb 2, 2022

14 min

Most everyone has experienced feelings of loneliness at some point in their lives. Maybe you are experiencing a season of loneliness right now. Today, Greg shares 4 thoughts from God’s word that may bring you comfort during times of loneliness, when you feel like you’re drowning in discouragement. Decide today that you are going to stand firm and be strong. Stand on God’s promises. Tune in today for 14 minutes of encouragement and hope.

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Feb 1, 2022

You Are Never Alone (pt 2)

Feb 1, 2022

14 min

God wants you to know that you are never alone. Hebrews 13:5-6 says “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’ So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?’” Join Greg today as he looks into God’s word for help in finding our identity in the Lord.

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Jan 31, 2022

You Are Never Alone (pt1)

Jan 31, 2022

14 min

Some of you need to hear this news today: you are never alone and God cares for you. In Luke 10:40, Martha knew something about that when she cried out to Jesus, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work by myself? Tell her to help me!” Do you ever feel like Martha? 1 Peter 5:7 “Cast all your cares on him because he cares for you.” You are never alone.

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Jan 28, 2022

My Journey of Faith (pt 3)

Jan 28, 2022

14 min

Jennifer’s journey includes two divorces, a diagnosis of terminal cancer, and encouragement by the bucketloads! Jennifer shares that she now knows the power of prayer unlike never before in her life. She shares how her journey has brought her to this place of peace where God’s word is coming alive in her heart. Join Greg today as he gets to know Jennifer and be encouraged by her amazing story!

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Jan 27, 2022

My Journey of Faith (pt 2)

Jan 27, 2022

14 min

A year after her 4^th child was born, single mom, Jennifer Schindler, found a lump. It was on that day in October that Jennifer’s life changed. Join Jennifer today as she shares her journey of faith through two divorces, cancer, and raising her four children as a single mom.

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Jan 26, 2022

My Journey of Faith (pt 1)

Jan 26, 2022

14 min

“It’s in our moments of desperation where we find God.” Raised in a Christian home, Jennifer Schindler shares her story and her journey walking with the Lord. She found herself as a young wife and mother standing at her door being told to leave her home within 30 days. Jennifer cried out to God and God answered her! Years later, pregnant with her fourth child, Jennifer found herself alone and living with her parents. Again, God moved. Tune in to this amazing story of redeeming love!

Find Jennifer on Facebook: Jennifer Leigh Schindler

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Jan 25, 2022

Don’t Look Back (pt 2)

Jan 25, 2022

14 min

Does Satan try to remind you of your past? Well, there is good news! You can remind him of his future. Greg digs into Genesis 19 and looks at God’s protection over Lot. There is hope in Jesus, no matter how dark the situation seems. Jeremiah 29:11 says “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

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Jan 24, 2022

Don’t Look Back (pt1)

Jan 24, 2022

14 min

Are you at the end of your rope? Satan loves to isolate us, but the good news is God loves you and will meet you right where you are. You’re never alone. Genesis 19 tells the story of Lot and a time when angels reached out and protected him when Lot was at the end of his rope. Not only does God show up, but God shows off!

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Jan 21, 2022

210 Leaders: Grow. Build. Lead.

Jan 21, 2022

14 min

210Leaders exists to build a community of business leaders who desire to unite their work and faith, helping create a powerful, engaging work environment. Greg interviews Craig Avery about this wonderful organization that helps entrepreneurs grow, build their businesses and lead following Biblical principles. What a ministry 210Leaders has! Join Greg and Craig for 14 minutes of inspiration!

Interested in Joining? Visit https://www.210leaders.com/

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Jan 20, 2022

Tammy’s February Spend Fast Challenge

Jan 20, 2022

14 min

What an odd concept… a spending fast! Join Greg today as he interviews New York entrepreneur, Tammy Lanham, about their family tradition of not spending money in the month of February! Start small or go all out with Tammy and see the impact it makes on your life – saving time, saving money, saving you from chaos. Join us on this Spend Fast Challenge!

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Jan 19, 2022

”Job Season” - Compassion

Jan 19, 2022

14 min

This side of heaven, Jesus promised we would have troubles in this world. But, thankfully, he also promised to walk with us throughout the troubles. Job’s friends mourned with him. Sometimes you don’t have to say anything to someone who is experiencing a Job-season of life. Just your presence, either physically or verbally, can be of great comfort to those around you. Often, compassion is more important than advice. What can we learn about compassion during the Job-seasons of life? Tune in!

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Jan 18, 2022

”Job Season” - Wait...

Jan 18, 2022

14 min

When Job lost everything, he at least had his health, right? Wait…

When I lost everything, I had through a flood, bankruptcy, and divorce all at once, I was going through a Job season of life. But at least I still had my health. When Job suddenly has boils all over his body and is physically miserable, added to the emotional pain of losing his 10 children and all of his possessions, how in the world did he survive? Tune in and let’s learn from Job how to navigate the difficult seasons.

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Jan 17, 2022

”Job Season” - All is Lost!

Jan 17, 2022

14 min

We never know when life will change in an instant. That was the story of Job – his life was turned upside down in an instant. He lost everything! How did Job handle all of this loss? The Bible says that even through his pain, Job did not sin. What Job-season are you going through right now? Tune in today as we talk about Job’s pain and suffering and how he made it through.

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Jan 14, 2022

Food for Thought Friday

Jan 14, 2022

14 min

“You may not be where you want to be, but look how far you’ve come!” Tune in today for one golden nugget after another from Greg as he shares insights from scriptures and God-centered quotes to help you keep moving forward, even if you’ve taken a few steps back. Do you need some encouragement today? Well, here are 14 minutes full of encouragement!

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