The Hope Club Podcast

Send us Fan MailWho would ever think the Kingdom of Heaven would have good and bad people? Well, as we look around today, there are many who profess to be in that kingdom. They talk the talks and it looks like they walk the walk. But, at the end of time, Jesus is going to separate the real from the counterfeit believers.Think of a huge net with good and bad fish in it. When it is brought to shore the fish are separated. The good fish are brought to market ands the bad fish are tossed away. And so will it be with man at the end of time.

Send us Fan MailNever despise the day of small beginnings. Everything large began small. The mighty oak began as a seed in the ground. The mustard seed, the smallest of seeds in those days, grew into a large bush. And God's Kingdom is growing day by day.And that's not to mention your faith. Your faith may have started off  like a little seed, but over time with proper cultivation, turns into a mighty fortress.Listen and learn how God takes what may look small and insignificant ands turns into soething great ands mighty.

Send us Fan MailMost people want to get ahead in life. Part of that is being promoted. Promotion means a higher salary, more responsibility, even a greater commitment. But what does it look like when God promotes you?Is it like being promoted in the world or something different? Is it better or worse? Let's listen in and see what happens when you are Divinely promoted.

Send us Fan MailDid you ever wonder why your faith is put to the test? Think of anything of value. A diamond is tested for its authenticity. Is it real? Steel is tested before it goes into a bridge or building. an it withstand the pressure. Our faith is of the utmost value so it must be tested as well. Perhaps so we fsna see the reality or strength of our faith so we are not deceived.When you find yourself in trying situations, remember, it's an opportunity to test my faith in God.

Send us Fan MailThe potter has shaped the clay according to his intention. He then decorated it to make it beautiful. But the vessel must be strong so as not to break when in use. This is where the firing comes in. He heats the oven to just the right temperature and in it goes. he knows just how long to keep it in and he watches it intently.And so it is when God wants to strengthen us. He turns up the heat but he also knows just how long to keep it on and He also watches intently.This message will teach you how to gain strength from the heat when God puts you in the oven.

Send us Fan MailThe potter makes a vessel that is not only functional but beautiful. He decorates it so as to make it fit for the king. The potter will also use friction to smooth out the edges and sides of the clay.Now, think of God, not only making you functional but beautiful. He also uses friction to smooth out your edges. This message can set you free regarding the difficult times in your life.

Send us Fan MailWe are continuing in the series "The Potter And The Clay." WE know that the potter makes many vessels but there is one that outshines them all. It is his pride and joy.And God is shaping many vessels as well but He also has His favorite. Which one do you think it is. You'll only find out by listening. So let's listen and learn.

Send us Fan MailThere is a beautiful analogy between the potter working with the clay to make a vessel fit for the king's table and God working in your life to be fit for His service. This series can really inspire to recognize the hand of God in your life.It begins with His intentions or His will for you. this is whwere the work begins. So hang on and let God do His work.

Send us Fan MailWhen the potter works with clay, he must continually dip his hands in water to make the work go smoothly so as not to cause friction on the clay and ruin the vessel he is making.So what do you think is the important ingredient in our spiritual lives that makes God's shaping and molding of our character to go smoothly? That's right, water, the water of the Word. The more of the Word of God you add to your life, the smoother will go the work that God is doing.Let's look into the potter's studio and watch him work.