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- All Systems...Disrupted
The message "All Systems… Disrupted" explores Jesus' interactions in Mark 2:1–3:6, highlighting how He challenged religious systems to emphasize grace and healing over rules. It encourages listeners to evaluate their own systems for genuin…
- Under His Authority
Ross preaches through Mark 1:16–45, illustrating Jesus' identity and authority through His compelling calls to fishermen, His powerful commands to demons, and His compassionate healing. The episode challenges listeners to live under Christ…
- Is He the One?
This message examines Mark's Gospel to address the question of whether Jesus is the One, the Messiah, and the Son of God. It highlights key moments like Jesus' baptism and temptation, emphasizing that belief requires repentance, trust, and…
- A Heart in Distress
This episode reflects on Psalm 77, exploring faith during difficult times. It covers reaching limits, questioning, remembering God's faithfulness, and trusting His ongoing work, even when unseen, with a focus on Jesus as a source of hope.
- Jesus and You | Christmas Eve
The Christmas Eve episode from Hope Church (Dubuque) focuses on the message that Jesus came near for humanity, offering salvation and companionship through His birth. It emphasizes God's presence in our lives, even amidst brokenness, and t…
- Jesus and His Friends (LOVE)
The podcast episode "Jesus and His Friends (LOVE)" from Hope Church (Dubuque) discusses the Advent theme of Love, defining it as divinely given and exemplified by Jesus. It notes that His love is sacrificial, freely offered, and not perfor…
- Jesus and the Outcast (JOY)
This episode discusses Advent week 3, focusing on joy as a deep reality. It uses the story of the shepherds from Luke 2 to illustrate God's message of joy to those on the margins and how this message transforms individuals.
- Jesus and His Enemies (PEACE)
This Advent message from Hope Church discusses how God uses conflict and strained relationships to bring life and hope, drawing on Romans 15:4-13 and Isaiah. It reflects on historical events like the 1914 Christmas Truce and Jesus's invita…
- Jesus and His Family (HOPE)
This episode, titled 'Jesus and His Family,' begins a Christmas series on the theme of HOPE. It examines the stories of Mary and Joseph to illustrate how true hope originates from God and grows through trust and obedience, pointing towards…
- The Victory is Won
This message from Hope Church (Dubuque) concludes the Romans 8 series by focusing on the victory found in Christ. It uses Romans 8:31–39 to explain that God is for believers, Christ removes condemnation, and nothing can separate them from…
- When All Things Work Together
This episode discusses Romans 8:28-30, focusing on God's work in all things for our good, which is defined as being shaped into the image of Christ. It highlights God's presence, grace, and plan through suffering, assuring listeners that H…
- Wait For It...
This message discusses Romans 8, focusing on present sufferings in light of future glory and encouraging patient, eager expectation of God's renewal.
- Who Are You and What Do You Do?
This episode discusses how responses to "What do you do?" can shape self-perception. It references Romans 8 to explain that in Christ, identity shifts from being enslaved to sin to being adopted children of God, with a purpose and calling…
- If Christ is in you...
This episode explores Romans 8:5–11, discussing how the presence of Christ in believers leads the Spirit to reorient minds toward life and peace. It highlights the Spirit’s role in reshaping present desires and choices, and guaranteeing fu…
- What God Did That You Can't
This episode examines Romans 8:1–4, discussing the good news of no condemnation, freedom in Christ, and Spirit-led power. It highlights how God's actions address sin and righteousness in ways the law and personal effort cannot.
- Live Purposely
This message from Hope Church (Dubuque) explores the concept of living purposely by surrendering our purpose to Christ. It emphasizes that the gospel transforms our lives, motivating us to live for Jesus and His mission, thereby becoming a…
- Serve Sacrificially
In this episode, Jesus's act of washing His disciples' feet in John 13:1–17 is presented as a model for sacrificial service. Disciples are called to serve with love and humility, following Jesus's example.
- Relate Graciously
This episode explores surrendering relationships to Jesus and relating graciously, drawing from Colossians 3:12-15. It emphasizes reflecting Christ's character, practicing forgiveness, and allowing peace to rule in our hearts to extend gra…
- Cultivate Disciplines
In this message, Marty discusses the importance of intentionality in experiencing God's fullness. He encourages listeners to cultivate spiritual disciplines like prayer, Scripture, fasting, worship, and serving to foster openness to God's…
- Pursue Holiness
This episode from Hope Church (Dubuque) is titled Pursue Holiness.
- Think Biblically
This is an episode from Hope Church (Dubuque) called Think Biblically.
- Vision Sunday
Hope Church (Dubuque) celebrates past achievements and outlines future vision on Vision Sunday. The episode focuses on "Raising up disciples who surrender their lives to Jesus," emphasizing wholehearted following through connecting, growin…
- Don't Covet | Exodus 20:17
This message from the Etched in Stone series addresses the Tenth Commandment: "You shall not covet." Pastor Mark explains coveting as a discontented longing for what others possess, which harms relationships and worship. He points to Jesus…
- Don't Lie | Exodus 20:16
This episode examines the ninth commandment regarding false testimony. It details how different types of lies, including gossip and exaggeration, erode trust and relationships, and encourages a commitment to truth and confession.
- Don't Steal | Exodus 20:15
The episode discusses the commandment against stealing, interpreting it broadly to include taking more than one gives in time, effort, or trust. It emphasizes God's provision, the importance of working with integrity, and reflecting God's…
- Stay Faithful | Exodus 20:14
Marty explains the seventh commandment from Exodus 20:14, emphasizing that God's laws protect what is precious, including the gift of sex and the marriage covenant. The message encourages purity, offering forgiveness and hope in Christ for…
- Don't Murder | Exodus 20:13
Pastor Sean Holloway explores the Sixth Commandment, Exodus 20:13, explaining its scope includes attitudes like anger and contempt, not just physical harm. The message highlights that all individuals are created in God's image, calling for…
- Honor Parents | Exodus 20:12
This episode delves into the fifth commandment, "Honor your father and mother," from the "Etched in Stone" series. It explains biblical honor as valuing and respecting parents throughout life, referencing Ephesians and Colossians, and high…
- Sabbath Rest | Exodus 20:8-11
This episode discusses the 4th commandment, focusing on Sabbath rest as a response to a culture of busyness. It explains Sabbath as a blessing rooted in creation and redemption, emphasizing rest in Christ rather than striving.
- God’s Name | Exodus 20:7
This message from Hope Church (Dubuque) examines the commandment against misusing God's name. It highlights that God's name represents His character and authority, and treating it with reverence shapes our hearts and honors Him.
- No Idols | Exodus 20:4
This episode explores the Second Commandment, "No Idols," from the Etched in Stone series. Mark explains that the Ten Commandments facilitate a relationship with God, not a means to earn His favor. Idolatry is defined as anything replacing…
- God First | Exodus 20:1-3
In the message "God First" from Exodus 20:1-3, Ross presents the Ten Commandments as gracious words from a personal God, emphasizing the first commandment concerning undivided worship and our need for Jesus.
- Handling One Another's Maturity
In this message from the One Another series, Pastor Ross explains that spiritual maturity is a shared journey within a community. Based on Romans, Colossians, and Galatians, the episode highlights how devotion, teaching, and serving one an…
- Handling One Another's Sins - the Unpopular One Anothers
This episode discusses four biblical commands for handling sin: submitting to one another, admonishing one another, spurring one another on, and forgiving one another. These practices are presented as essential for church growth and reflec…
- Handling One Another's Differences | Colossians 3:12-14
Mark discusses handling one another's differences by applying biblical commands like patience, gentleness, and forgiveness. These actions, akin to cartilage in a knee, prevent painful friction in relationships and demonstrate the gospel th…
- Handling One Another's Needs | Gal. 6:2, Eph. 4:32,1 Thess. 5:11
This episode explores biblical guidance on meeting the needs of others, drawing from Galatians 6:2, Ephesians 4:32, and 1 Thessalonians 5:11.
- Made For This | Eph. 1:19-23, 1 Cor. 12:12-22, Acts 2:42-47
This episode from Hope Church (Dubuque) references Ephesians 1:19-23, 1 Corinthians 12:12-22, and Acts 2:42-47. The title is "Made For This."
- What Do Disciples Do? | Matthew 28:18-20
This message from Hope Church (Dubuque) explores Jesus' Great Commission in Matthew 28:18-20. It clarifies the call to make disciples, addressing common errors and presenting a path of personal discipleship and sharing hope in Jesus, assur…
- Identity in Christ | Psalms 139:1-15
In this message from Hope Church (Dubuque), Student Pastor Caleb uses Psalm 139:1-15 to explore spiritual identity. He contrasts worldly pursuits of validation with the biblical truth of being known and valued by God.
- New Life In Christ (Easter)
Ross's Easter 2025 message focuses on experiencing Jesus' resurrection as a present reality. It explains how the risen Christ provides new life, impacting one's position with God, worldview, purpose, and spiritual power, inviting personal…
- Rejected Invitation | Matthew 19:16-26
Pastor Mark of Hope Church (Dubuque) analyzes the parable of the rich young ruler in Matthew 19:16-26. The message explores the character, call, and cost of Jesus' invitation, contrasting the ruler with Jesus' disciples and prompting refle…
- Unexpected Invitation | Matthew 9:9-13
Marty from Hope Church (Dubuque) discusses Jesus' call to Matthew from Matthew 9:9, emphasizing the enduring invitation to follow Him. The message explores themes of grace, new identity, and surrendering control to God.
- Simple Invitation | Matthew 4:18-22 Family Worship
This Family Worship message, "Simple Invitation," uses Matthew 4:18-22 to explore Jesus' call to His first disciples. It discusses responding in faith, relying on Him, and the meaning of discipleship through daily surrender and obedience.
- Boasting in the Cross | Galatians 6:11-18
This episode, "Boasting in the Cross," concludes the Galatians series by examining Paul's message in Galatians 6:11-18. It contrasts boasting in oneself with boasting in the cross of Christ, emphasizing that true identity and freedom are f…
- Living in Freedom | Galatians 6:1-10
This sermon on Galatians 6:1-10 from Hope Church (Dubuque) compares Paul's message to a coach's halftime speech, emphasizing living in freedom by following the Spirit, supporting others, and persevering in good deeds. Believers are called…
- Walking in Step With the Spirit | Galatians 5:13-26
Galatians 5:13-26 explores true freedom in Christ, contrasting legalism and license with a life led by the Holy Spirit. Walking by the Spirit cultivates God's character, enhancing relationships with God and others.
- What's the Big Deal? | Galatians 5:2-12
Marty discusses Galatians 5:2-12 from Hope Church (Dubuque), addressing the dangers of adding religious works to faith in Christ. The episode outlines five essential truths that are lost when one stops fully trusting in Jesus.
- Stand Firm | Galatians 4:8-31
Ross delivers a sermon on Galatians 4:8-5:1, urging listeners to stand firm in their freedom in Christ. The message contrasts earning salvation through works with receiving it by faith, using Abraham's story to highlight reliance on God's…
- Children of God | Galatians 3:26-4:7
This sermon from Hope Church (Dubuque) discusses Galatians 3:26-4:7, explaining that through faith in Christ, believers are adopted as children of God and heirs to promises, freed from the law and sin.
- The Law and The Promise | Galatians 3:15-25
This sermon on Galatians 3:15-25 explains that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ, not adherence to the Law. The Law reveals sin and the need for a Savior, guiding people until Christ fulfilled it, offering freedom and assurance.