HOPE is Here

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

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Aug 20, 2021

Food for Thought Friday

Aug 20, 2021

14 min

Welcome to Food for Thought Friday! In this 14-minute broadcast, Greg shares random thoughts, scriptures, and quotes that have spoken to him during the week. Here’s a sample of what you’ll hear in today’s broadcast: “Jesus and Satan are after the same things: our heart and our trust in God.” – John Mark Comer “Above all else, guard your heart for it is the wellspring, the foundation of life.” - Proverbs 4:23 Tune in for 14 minutes of hope and encouragement.

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Aug 19, 2021

Membership Has Its Privileges (pt 4)

Aug 19, 2021

14 min

As we finish up hanging out in Romans 5:1-5, Greg examines the membership privileges of being a follower of Jesus. Even in challenging times, in those “winter” seasons, God is working in our lives! Somebody will listen to this that really needs to hear the encouraging words of hope in today’s broadcast. Romans 5:3 “Even in times of trouble we have a joyful confidence knowing that our pressures will develop within us patient endurance.” Hope is available through the Holy Spirit.

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Aug 18, 2021

Membership Has Its Privileges (pt 3)

Aug 18, 2021

14 min

Okay, so after Greg’s illustration with his commode in yesterday’s show, you may be wondering what’s next… and if you missed yesterday’s broadcast, it’s a “must hear.” In today’s show, Greg talks about the “membership privilege” of all-access to God. Dwight Moody said, “God sends no one away empty except those who are full of themselves.” Greg hangs out in Romans 5:1-5 today and challenges us to look deep at our relationship with God.

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Aug 17, 2021

Membership Has Its Privileges (pt 2)

Aug 17, 2021

14 min

Are you looking for peace? Concerns, anxiety, and fear tend to try to drown out the voice of God. Today, Greg continues to look at the benefits of being a follower of Jesus in Romans 5:1-5. We don’t do this deal called “life” alone. As we pour out our bitterness, God pours in his peace.” Everybody is dealing with something – HOPE is Here is so much more than just this radio show and podcast. Visit www.HOPEisHere.Today to see some of the other aspects of this ministry.

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Aug 16, 2021

Membership Has Its Privileges (pt 1)

Aug 16, 2021

14 min

Did you know there are membership benefits of being a follower of Jesus? Okay, I know it sounds cheesy but hear Greg out today as he looks at Romans 5:1-5 and shares some amazing benefits of following Jesus you may not have thought about before! “Even in times of trouble…” Have you had any of those lately… times of trouble? It’s really breathtaking how applicable God’s word is, no matter what you are going through.

Link to Flawless by Mercy Me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjLlLPZderk

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Aug 13, 2021

Food for Thought Friday

Aug 13, 2021

14 min

How did “Food for Thought Friday” get its name? Greg tells the sweet origin for the name of today’s show!

John 3:30 says “Jesus must increase and I must decrease.” What lies have you been led to believe about your identity? We are not what we do. What is it God wants you to influence around you? Don’t let the enemy steal your identity or your joy. You are more than your worst moment. Tune in for 14 minutes of Food for Thought today!

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Aug 12, 2021

Put in the Fire of Fear (pt 2)

Aug 12, 2021

14 min

What do you do when you are put in the fire of fear? Let’s dive into Daniel chapter 3 today for some answers and encouragement. Whatever fire you are walking through in your life right now, know that God is with you – He will never leave you, he will never forsake you. Remember, when you are in the fire of fear: people are watching, choose joy and consider what your fragrance might be. Join Greg today for 14 minutes of hope!

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Aug 11, 2021

Put in the Fire of Fear (pt 1)

Aug 11, 2021

14 min

What do you do when you’re put in the fire of fear? Fear is like a fire – if you can control it, it can cook for you and heat your house. Uncontrolled, it will burn everything around you and can destroy you. Fear can be your best friend or your enemy. Where does your source of power come from? How do you choose to use fear? Daniel 3:16-18 shines the light on two truths: God is your defender and God may not move in the way or time that we expect him to. Maybe you’re in a situation where you need to be reminded of these truths today.

Monty Williams video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVtUB-bUFMg

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Aug 10, 2021

...Just Believe (pt 2)

Aug 10, 2021

14 min

We’re hanging out with Greg and “Doubting Thomas” today talking about our doubts. Greg shares from John 20:24-29 four things that we can learn from Thomas. Show up, learn to trust, don’t be surprised when Jesus shows up, decide to make Jesus your Lord. “When you fully trust someone without any doubt, you finally get one of two results: a person for life or a lesson for life.” Tune in for 14 minutes of encouragement to “just believe” in today’s broadcast!

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Aug 9, 2021

...Just Believe (pt 1)

Aug 9, 2021

14 min

Grab your bible and hang out with Greg in John 20:24-29 today and let’s talk about our doubts! Even “Doubting Thomas” confessed, “You are my Lord, You are my God.” Is it hard for you to believe that today? God will show up, even in our doubts. He wants to do so much more than we can hope or imagine (Ephesians 3:20). Your scars can be somebody else’s stars of hope.

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Aug 6, 2021

Food for Thought Friday

Aug 6, 2021

14 min

Greg shares a few encouraging nuggets from scripture and inspiring quotes to help your heart and mind as you finish up the week in his popular new segment – “Food for Thought Friday”. People are harder on themselves than God is. If you are a follower of Jesus, God doesn’t remember your sins but we are the ones that keep hitting the replay button and listening to the enemy’s lies. So, grab your Bible join Greg for 14 minutes of “Food for Thought”!

Song mentioned in today’s broadcast:
Circles by Erskin - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ggwapG8_ldY

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Aug 5, 2021

I Saw the Need (pt 2)

Aug 5, 2021

14 min

Tay Henderson found herself on her knees outside of Lighthouse Ministries after her husband’s death, when she says God called her to take over the executive director position for the organization. Michael’s Feet provides shoes for those in need. Rachel’s House is a home for women in transitional living. Dining with Dignity provides food. Greg talks to Tay about how you can get involved in helping feed, clothing, and nurturing Lexington’s homeless population.

https://lighthouselex.org/

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Aug 4, 2021

I Saw the Need (pt1)

Aug 4, 2021

14 min

Growing up 1 of 16 children, and the mother of five children herself, Tay knows a little bit about survival. Tay Henderson found herself on her knees outside of Lighthouse Ministries after her husband’s death, when she says God called her to take over the executive director position for Lighthouse Ministries. This organization feeds, clothes and nurtures the homeless population in Lexington, Kentucky. Greg talks to Tay today about some of the challenges the organization has faced through the pandemic and how God has always provided.

https://lighthouselex.org/

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Aug 3, 2021

How to Eat God's Food (pt2)

Aug 3, 2021

14 min

“Why did God plant a garden?” Susan Neal is the author of “Eat God’s Food: A Kid’s Guide to Healthy Eating” joins Greg on today’s broadcast and challenges us to take a closer look not only at what we eat but what we are teaching the younger generation to eat. Let’s change the statistics on chronic illness caused by obesity! Oooh, and Susan shares some healthy recipes with Greg today… they’ll have your mouth watering!

www.SusanUNeal.com

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Aug 2, 2021

How to Eat God's Food (pt 1)

Aug 2, 2021

14 min

Author Susan Neal is on a mission to change the CDC statistics on chronic illnesses caused by obesity. She’s targeting the younger generation, helping them to understand what foods are healthy and what foods are not with her brand-new book “Eat God’s Food: A Kid’s Guide to Healthy Eating.” When you are healthy, you are full of energy and can serve God to the best of your ability. Join Greg in today’s broadcast as he talks with author Susan Neal!

Susan Neal’s books are available on Amazon:
Eat God’s Food: A Kid’s Guide to Healthy Eating
7 Steps to Get off Sugar and Carbohydrates

www.SusanUNeal.com

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Jul 30, 2021

Food for Thought Friday

Jul 30, 2021

14 min

Michael Nolte says “Bad things happen but how you respond to them decides the quality of your life.” This statement is so powerful! Jesus asked the man at the well, “Do you want to get well?” Maybe physically? Maybe mentally? Maybe emotionally? Are you making excuses? Greg asks this interesting question today and encourages us to choose to be healed. Pick up your mat and walk.

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Jul 29, 2021

Outside - In (pt 2)

Jul 29, 2021

14 min

Chris Boone decided to get honest with God on his knees one night after being kicked out of his 6^th rehab stay, addicted to drugs, mentally ill, and in a troubled marriage. That’s when his healing began. That night, he found hope. Now an ordained minister, Chris is planning “Freedom Fest” to spread God’s grace to reach people right where they are.

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Jul 27, 2021

The Waiting is the Hardest Part (pt 2)

Jul 27, 2021

14 min

Although Jesus loved Lazarus, he still delayed going to him. What can we learn from Jesus’ delay? Do you wonder why God hasn’t answered your prayers? God’s timing is not always our timing. He’s a lot like the mailman – you don’t ever know when he is going to get there but he always delivers! Tune in to today’s 14 minutes of encouragement. Hang in there… God loves you and offers hope. Do you believe?

Recommended book: After Amen – by Rusty George

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Jul 26, 2021

The Waiting is the Hardest Part (pt 1)

Jul 26, 2021

14 min

Tom Petty said it best “The Waiting is the Hardest Part.” While we are waiting on God, sometimes the enemy lies and tells us that God isn’t there or that He doesn’t care when He’s not responding. But why do we have to wait? 2 Corinthians 5:7 says “For we live by faith and not by sight. That’s when the rubber hits the road, doesn’t it? God is more interested in our character than our comfort. Join us for today’s broadcast as Greg reminds us there are things we can learn during a season of waiting.

Job opportunities mentioned in today’s broadcast:

GlutenFreeMiracles.com
HuntBrothersPizza.com

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Jul 23, 2021

Fatal Words (pt 3)

Jul 23, 2021

14 min

Whatifying and Awfulizing – Jimmy Fields humorously labels two very common and real issues we all struggle with. Have you learned to speak life-giving words or are you struggling with fatal words and negative self-talk? Tune in to today’s broadcast as Jimmy encourages us to “Get rid of your stinking thinking!” Change your words, change your life. Words are that powerful.

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