Episodes
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Gareth Russell, the CEO of Jersey Road, a PR and communications agency based in the UK. Gareth shares his story of how he found hope in Christ in the aftermath of losing both of his parents within the span of six months. His story of grief is an encouraging reminder of the hope we have in Christ and of the influence of godly role models.
As someone who works with churches and Christian organizations all over the world, Gareth also shares about his unique calling as well as some of the challenges and opportunities facing Christians and the media today.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in
(00:00) - Finding Hope in Times of Grief
(12:58) - Discovering Calling Through Life Changes
(20:28) - Overcoming Identity Crisis in Christianity
(30:36) - Shifting Perspectives in Modern Christianity
(45:31) - Navigating Hope and Faith Challenges
(52:50) - Empowering Hope Through Faith Podcast
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about Jersey Road: https://jerseyroad.agency/
Hear more from Gareth on the CommsCast with Jersey Road podcast:
–On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commscast-with-jersey-road/id1729206823
–On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HuofUZP8ztHi1JXklTHzv
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Connect with us on social!
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Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Romans 8:26 – “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.”
Hebrews 11:16 – “Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore, God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.”
Hebrews 11:39, 40 – “These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect.”
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Afshin Ziafat, the lead pastor of Providence Church in Frisco, TX.
Afshin shares his story of how he came to faith in Christ growing up in a Muslim family and how he found hope in Christ during a series of trials during the pandemic. With biblical insight and pastoral guidance, he also shares how we can persevere through trials and ministry while maintaining hope in the gospel.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(17:59) Strength and Encouragement in Ministry
(22:46) Embracing Weakness
(27:36) Embracing Vulnerability in Pastoral Ministry
(30:22) Importance of Faithfulness in Ministry
(41:07) Listening to Sermons by Afshin
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Helpful links and resources
Listen to sermons from Afshin Ziafat at Providence Church in Frisco, TX: https://www.providencefrisco.com/resources/messages/
Connect with us on social!
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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Matthew 10:37-39 – “Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; anyone who loves their son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds their life will lose it, and whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.”
Luke 18:29-30 – “Truly I tell you,” Jesus said to them, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or sisters or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God “Truly I tell you,” Jesus said to them, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or sisters or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God.”
Romans 1:1 – “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God”
Romans 8:24-25 – “For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.”
1 Corinthians 2:2 – “For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.”
1 Corinthians 4:7 – “For who makes you different from anyone else? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not?”
1 Corinthians 15:19 – “If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied.”
2 Corinthians 12:7-10 – “Therefore, in order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Ephesians 2:12 – “Remember that at that time you were separate from Christ, excluded from citizenship in Israel and foreigners to the covenants of the promise, without hope and without God in the world.”
Philippians 2:3-8 – “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross.”
Hebrews 12:6 – “the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.”
James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
1 Peter 1:3-7 – “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by God’s power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in various trials so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.”
1 Peter 4:19 – “So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.”
1 Peter 5:10 – “And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.”
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Why me? Why this? Why now?
Trials are inevitable in life, but hope is available in Christ.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss what the Bible says about the purpose of trials and how they can help us grow in spiritual maturity. They share some common misconceptions about trials, how we can respond to hardships, and how God’s Word can shift our perspective and give us hope during trials.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(08:30) Embracing Trials With Positive Outlook
(10:44) Navigating Trials and Deserving Rest
(27:18) God's Love Through Discipline
(34:41) Fiery Biblical Story Reflection
(38:34) Eternal Perspective and Faith Choices
(45:37) Navigating Trials With Hope and Faith
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Helpful links and resources
Free download on Trials: https://tinyurl.com/2mzmnrya
Book on Trials: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/trials/
Video course on Trials: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/trials-course/
Learn more about Adler Caudle’s story: https://www.road2recovery.com/athlete-causes/adler-caudle/
Connect with us on social!
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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Isaiah 48:10: “See, I have refined you, though not as silver; I have tested you in the furnace of affliction.”
Romans 8:18 -- “I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
Romans 8:29 – “For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.”
2 Corinthians 4:16-18 – “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”
James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
1 Peter 1:6-7 -- In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.
1 Peter 4:12– “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you.”
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Happy Thanksgiving!
As Christians, we are called to be grateful. But it’s not always easy.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin reflect on what the Bible says about being thankful and some of the roadblocks that make gratitude difficult at times. With personal stories and helpful insights, they share some practical ways to grow in gratitude and give thanks to the Lord in all things.
Listen and don’t miss the link below to our free Thanksgiving devotional, Growing in Gratitude.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(00:32) The Practice of Gratitude
(05:14) Importance of Gratitude and Faith
(12:31) Gratitude Shift Towards the Giver
(19:43) Grateful Reflections on Lost Loved Ones
(25:10) Gratitude Journaling at Work
(31:35) Practicing Gratitude and Appreciation
(41:09) Practicing Thanksgiving With Whole Heart
(46:25) Practicing Gratitude and Lessons Learned
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Helpful links and resources
Get our free Thanksgiving devotional here: https://tinyurl.com/3zjjved8
Connect with us on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Psalm 9:1 – “I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds.”
Psalm 136:1 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Matthew 26:26-27 – “While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.” Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you.”
Luke 17:15-19 – “One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. He threw himself at Jesus’ feet and thanked him—and he was a Samaritan. Jesus asked, “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? Has no one returned to give praise to God except this foreigner?” Then he said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.”
Colossians 3:17 – “Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
James 1:17 – “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights...”
Hebrews 13:15 – “Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.”
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Walking through any type of trauma, grief, or trial is not easy … especially when you’re young.
In this episode of Hope Talks, Haley and Dustin sit down with Colton Kyle, the son of American Sniper Chris Kyle and Taya Kyle.
Colton shares his story of navigating grief and finding his calling as a young man in the aftermath of his father’s tragic death. He also discusses the importance of faith and gratitude, as well as having godly family and mentors in our spiritual walk. It’s an encouraging conversation on how the Lord can make beauty from the ashes – and to pursue Him even in the face of tragedy.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(04:04) Journey of Faith and Gratitude
(08:11) Trusting the Process and Growing
(13:11) Practicing Gratitude and Embracing Emotions
(23:06) Driving Factor
(27:04) Father's Legacy and Faith Impact
(29:58) Continuing a Legacy With American Sniper
(38:06) God's Work in Surreal Moments
(47:04) Appreciating Growth in Personal Faith
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about the American Sniper brand: www.americansniper.com
Connect with Colton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coltonkyleofficial/?hl=en
Connect with us on social!
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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Merry Christmas!
In preparation for the holidays, Haley and Dustin reflect on the Christmas story and the hope we have because of the first and second coming of Jesus. They also discuss family, Christmas traditions, and share some reflections from the new Hope for the Heart Christmas devotional, “The God of Hope.” See link below for devotional.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(16:19) Reimagining Christmas Traditions and Celebrations
(28:25) Embracing Christmas Traditions and Hope
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In this special episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Dwight Bain at the 2024 Hope Together Conference. This is part four of a short series with guest speakers and interviews from the conference.
Dwight Bain is a sought-after counselor, life coach, author, broadcaster, and speaker. Dwight specializes in stress management, mental health, personal and organizational change, and coaching leaders.
Dwight shares how he found hope in Christ at a young age and knew he was called to Christian counseling and broadcasting even as a 9-year-old boy. In a wide-ranging discussion, they discuss tips for managing our mental health, the power of story, common barriers to making lasting change, and how life coaches and counselors can be a key factor to help people make needed changes in life.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means
everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(01:47) Gratitude for Conference Success
(07:05) Embracing Your Unique Story
(16:42) Unlocking Awe & Coaching With God
(23:28) Stigma and Strength of Mental Health
(47:59) Debating Screen Addiction and Medication
(53:14) Finding Gratitude in All Circumstances
(58:06) Dreams Became Reality Through Persistence
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about Dwight Bain’s ministry and resources – www.dwightbain.com
Connect with Dwight on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwightbain
Connect with Dwight on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwightbain/
Learn more about our 2025 Hope Together Conference at www.hopetogether.com
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
1 Corinthians 12:12, 18-20 – “Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ … God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. If they were all one part, where would the body be? As it is, there are many parts, but one body.”
1 Corinthians 13:13 – “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
James 1:2-4 – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking.
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In this special episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Marcus Warner, who spoke and led a workshop at our 2024 Hope Together Conference. This is part three of a short series with guest speakers and interviews from the conference.
Marcus is the President of Deeper Walk International, a ministry that helps people identify and overcome the obstacles to a deeper walk with God. He also co-hosts the On the Trail podcast with his daughter, Stephanie.
Marcus shares his story of finding hope during a period of loneliness while in seminary and moving from a fear-based relationship with God to a joy-filled one. Marcus also helps us make sense of spiritual warfare, providing biblical insights and practical steps to respond to a spiritual attack.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(13:20) Aha Moment in Spiritual Relationship
(20:29) Teaching Children to Fight Scary Visitors
(28:22) Battlefield of Spiritual Warfare
(36:08) Understanding Spiritual Warfare as Legal Permission
(44:53) Generational Demons and Spiritual Warfare
(54:56) Hope Together Conference Reflections
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about Marcus Warner’s ministry, podcast, and books – www.deeperwalk.com
Learn more about our 2025 Hope Together Conference at www.hopetogether.com
Connect with us on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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In this special episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Dr. Joshua Straub at our 2024 Hope Together Conference. This is part two of a short series with guest speakers and interviews from the conference. Dr. Straub and his wife, Christi, are co-founders of Famous at Home, a ministry focused on helping families become stronger and healthier through biblical resources, coaching, and more.
Joshua shares how he found hope in Christ during a difficult season when he and Christi first became parents. They also discuss the stresses and difficulties facing many families today, along with the cultural shifts that have led to much of our stress today. With personal stories and practical steps from God’s Word, Joshua shares how we can strengthen our families and find rest in our noisy, busy world.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
0:07:12 - Overcoming Family Health Challenges Together
0:11:16 - Fatherhood and God's Delight in Us
0:18:28 - Importance of Emotional Safety in Parenting
0:24:20 - Leading With Grace and Truth
0:31:27 - Community-Based Hosting Culture
0:36:03 - Evolution of Family Structure
0:42:04 - The Life-Giving Impact of Sabbath
0:47:49 - Living With Hope in the Gospel
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about Dr. Joshua Straub’s ministry, podcast, and books – www.famousathome.com
Learn more about our 2025 Hope Together Conference at www.hopetogether.com
Connect with us on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Genesis 1:5, 10 – “God called the light “day,” and the darkness he called “night.” And there was evening, and there was morning—the first day … And God saw that it was good.”
Psalm 37:23 – “The LORD directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.”
Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Psalm 103:13 – “As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him”
Psalm 121:4-5 – “He who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. The LORD watches over you”
Psalm 145:8 – “The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love.”
Proverbs 31:15-18 -- “She gets up while it is still night; she provides food for her family and portions for her female servants. She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard. She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks. She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night.”
Isaiah 58:13-14 – ““If you keep your feet from breaking the Sabbath and from doing as you please on my holy day, if you call the Sabbath a delight and the LORD’s holy day honorable, and if you honor it by not going your own way and not doing as you please or speaking idle words, then you will find your joy in the LORD.”
Matthew 6:10 – “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”
Mark 2:27 – “Then he said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”
Romans 8:1 – “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”
Ephesians 6:4 – “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.”
1 John 4:9 – “We love because he first loved us.”
Revelation 21:5 – “He who was seated on the throne said, ‘I am making everything new!’”
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In this special episode, Haley and Dustin share Aubrey Sampson’s keynote message from our 2024 Hope Together Conference. This is part one of a short series with guest speakers and interviews from the conference.
In her message, Aubrey walks through the story of the woman at the well in John 4. With biblical insights and historical context, Aubrey highlights what this story teaches us about the humility, integrity, and love of Jesus. It’s an encouraging message and reminder of how the Lord meets us in our pain and heals our past wounds.
See the links below to learn more about Aubrey Sampson’s ministry and the 2025 Hope Together Conference.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
* Restoration and Healing in Ancient Places | 0:06:29 - 0:07:49
* Jesus Subverts Expectations | 0:14:35 - 0:15:57
* Lingering Transformation With Jesus | 0:25:09 - 0:26:27
* Drinking From Jesus's Living Well | 0:32:08 - 0:33:30
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Helpful links and resources
Learn about Aubrey Sampson, her books, and ministry: https://www.aubreysampson.com/
Listen to Aubrey’s podcast, Nothing is Wasted: https://www.aubreysampson.com/podcasts/
Learn more about our 2025 Hope Together Conference at www.hopetogether.com
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
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The Bible says the Lord is “worthy of praise” (Psalm 18:3) and calls us to “walk in a manner worthy of the Lord” (Colossians 1:10).
Inspired by the worship song “Who Else” by Gateway Worship, Haley and Dustin talk through some of the lyrics and biblical concepts of the song. They discuss the role of music in our spiritual formation, how Jesus is worthy of all our worship, and what it means to “walk in a manner worthy of the Lord” (Colossians 1:10). It’s an encouraging conversation about the Lord and how we can live in light of all that Jesus has done for us.
See lyrics and link to the song below.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means
everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
Unique Song of Praise Impact | 0:04:32 - 0:05:41
* The Power of Music in Worship | 0:15:25 - 0:16:10
* Elvis Gospel Music Impact | 0:21:56 - 0:22:28
* Focus on Jesus | 0:26:22 - 0:27:47
* Freedom Through Focus on Jesus | 0:35:28 - 0:36:58
* Jesus Concept and Music Analysis | 0:43:28 - 0:44:37
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Listen to the song “Who Else” by Gateway Worship -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRMfMozGBPA
Song lyrics:
[Verse 1]
I am an instrument of exaltation
And I was born to lift Your name above all names
You hear the melody of all creation
But there's a song of praise that only I can bring
[Chorus]
Who else is worthy? Who else is worthy?
There is no one, only You, Jesus
Who else is worthy? Who else is worthy?
There is no one, only You, Jesus
[Verse 2]
You are the infinite God of the ages
Yet You chose to make my heart Your dwelling place
You healed my brokenness, showed me Your glory
So I have songs of thanks not even angels sing
[Bridge]
Lamb of God, anointed one
Who was and is and is to come
Seated on the throne above
Holy, Holy
Righteous one who shed His blood
To prove to us the Father's love
Jesus Christ be lifted up
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Genesis 4:21 – “His brother’s name was Jubal; he was the father of all who play stringed instruments and pipes.”
Psalm 40:1-3 -- I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire*; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.
*Mire is defined as 1) wet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh) 2) heavy often deep mud or slush 3) a troublesome or intractable situation. (See Merriam-Webster: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mire)
Isaiah 43:7 – “everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”
Luke 19:40 – ““I tell you,” he replied, “if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.”
Colossians 1:16 – “all things have been created through him and for him.”
Colossians 3:23-24 -- Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
Ephesians 4:1 – “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.”
Philippians 1:27 – “conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.”
Philippians 4:8 – “Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
Colossians 1:10 – “Walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God”
2 Timothy 2:8 – “Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel.”
Hebrews 3:1 - “Therefore, holy brothers, you who share in a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession.”
Hebrews 12:1-2 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Revelation 5:9-13 – “And they sang a new song, saying: “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign on the earth.” Then I looked and heard the voice of many angels, numbering thousands upon thousands, and ten thousand times ten thousand. They encircled the throne and the living creatures and the elders. In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!” Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!”
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In light of World Mental Health Day on October 10, Haley and Dustin discuss why the Bible is important in addressing mental health.
With biblical insights and practical tips, they share how we can take care of our own mental health, how to help others who are struggling, and how the tools and resources of Hope for the Heart can help people address mental health issues with God’s Word.
Listen now and be sure to check out our free resource, Caring for Your Mental Health, in the links below.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(05:23-6:13) Mental Health Self-Diagnosis Dangers
(16:52-17:48) Scripture’s Role in Mental Health
(27:43-28:52) Serving Through Wellness
(35:46-37:14) God’s Word in Global Mental Health
(44:59-45:59) Navigating The Journey of Health
(49:03-50:34) Support Mental Health Through Counseling
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Helpful links and resources
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FREE Resource – Caring for Your Mental Health: https://shorturl.at/abAPL
Book on Counseling: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/conflict-resolution/
Learn more about our Lifeline to Hope online lay counseling training resources: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/lifeline/
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Psalm 23:1-3 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.”
Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
Proverbs 11:14 – “in an abundance of counselors there is safety.”
Jonah 4:4 – “But the LORD replied, “Is it right for you to be angry?”
Matthew 8:14-15 – “And when Jesus entered Peter’s house, he saw his mother-in-law lying sick with a fever. He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she rose and began to serve him.”
Mark 12:30 – “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”
Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
1 Corinthians 6:19 – “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own.”
Philippians 4:8 – “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
Colossians 3:2 – “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”
1 Timothy 4:8 – “For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”
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Conflicts are inevitable – in marriage, parenting, work, church, or any relationship. Yet we often avoid them, and we don’t know how to handle them.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss healthy and unhealthy ways to manage conflict, along with reasons why we often avoid conflict. They share insightful stories and practical tips from the Bible, focusing on Proverbs, on how we can navigate conflicts in a way that honors God and brings peaceful resolution.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(0:08:37 - 0:12:46) Balancing Approaches to Conflict
(0:12:46 - 0:24:21) Unhealthy Behaviors in Conflict
(0:24:21 - 0:29:07) Role of Parents, Teachers, and Leaders
(0:29:07 - 0:38:42) Practical Strategies and Biblical Wisdom
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Helpful links and resources
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Genesis 3:12 – “The man said, ‘The woman you put here with me—she gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.’”
Proverbs 12:18 – “The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”
Proverbs 15:1 – “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
Proverbs 15:31 – “Whoever heeds life-giving correction will be at home among the wise.”
Proverbs 17:14 – “Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out.”
Proverbs 18:13 – “To answer before listening—that is folly and shame.”
Proverbs 18:17 – “In a lawsuit, the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines.”
Proverbs 18:21 – “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.”
Proverbs 19:11 – “A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.”
Matthew 5:23-25 – So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar. First, go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift. Reconcile quickly with your adversary.”
Romans 12:18 – “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
1 John 2:1 – “My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One.”
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The thought of forgiving the person who hurt you (or your loved ones) can seem unthinkable, unfair, and unequivocally wrong. For many, the pain is just too real. However, forgiveness is at the heart of God’s character. It’s why Jesus came. And it’s at the heart of healing, growth, and freedom.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss what forgiveness is, and what is it NOT, along with the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. They also share common misconceptions about forgiveness, why forgiving is difficult, why it’s important, and how to do it. If you struggle with receiving forgiveness from God or extending forgiveness to others, then listen and gain biblical insights and practical steps to help you walk in the freedom of forgiveness.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
01:09 - 02:21 Importance of Forgiveness in Faith
05:20 - 06:33 Understanding Forgiveness
12:48 - 13:40 Struggling With Forgiveness and Justice
20:47 - 21:45 Lessons of Forgiveness in Scripture
26:22 - 27:57 The Power of Forgiveness
38:50 - 40:40 Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness
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Helpful links and resources
Special offer to our Hope Talks listeners! Use code TALK20 to save 20% on your in-person or virtual ticket for our Hope Together conference on September 26-28. Learn more and sign up at www.hopetogether.com
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Free download on forgiveness: https://tinyurl.com/mvwmnukv
Video course on forgiveness: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/forgiveness-course/
Book on forgiveness: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/forgiveness/
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God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Genesis 3:15,21 -- “And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.” … The Lord God made garments of skin for Adam and his wife and clothed them.”
Matthew 18:21-35 – Parable of the Unforgiving Servant
Luke 5:20 -- “When Jesus saw their faith, he said, “Friend, your sins are forgiven.”
Luke 23:34 – “Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
Romans 12:18 – “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
Ephesians 4:30-31 – “Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
Colossians 3:13 – “Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
1 John 1:9 -- “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
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Famous atheist-turned-Christian and best-selling author of The Case for Christ Lee Strobel joins Haley and Dustin on this episode of Hope Talks.
Lee shares his story of how he had a near-death experience due to a medical event and how it ultimately solidified his hope in Christ. With personal insights, inspiring stories, and solid evidence – Lee also shares on the importance of apologetics in the Christian life. Listen and be encouraged – this is an uplifting conversation on how our hope is real, how God can change a person’s life, and how to reach others for Christ.
Lee will also be speaking at our Hope Together Conference (September 26-28) – see details and special offer below.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
0:05:38 - 0:19:58 Near-Death Experience and the Afterlife
0:19:58 - 0:30:21 Hope for Heaven and its Impact on Daily Life
0:30:21 - 0:42:14 Navigating Apologetics with Compassion
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Helpful links and resources
Special offer to our Hope Talks listeners! Use code TALK20 to save 20% on your in-person or virtual ticket for our Hope Together conference on September 26-28. Learn more and sign up at www.hopetogether.com
Learn more about Lee Strobel’s ministry and books -- https://leestrobel.com/
Check out Lee’s latest book Is God Real? Exploring the Ultimate Question of Life -- https://tinyurl.com/tapm7k32
Get Lee’s book, The Case for Heaven, discussed on today’s episode: https://tinyurl.com/4d6dfvr8
Pre-Order Lee’s newest book coming in March 2025, Seeing the Supernatural: Investigating Angels, Demons, Mystical Dreams, Near-Death Encounters, and Other Mysteries of the Unseen -- https://tinyurl.com/mukn85tt
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God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a specific question or difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
2 Corinthians 5:6 – “Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord.
2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
1 Peter 3:15 – “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect”
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The Bible says, “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15). As believers we do not have a blind faith or a foundation-less hope. There are many reasons why the Christian faith is true and our hope is real. That’s what apologetics is all about – helping us defend and explain our faith with reason and evidence.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin explain why apologetics is important for our spiritual growth and for helping others understand the reasons for our hope in Christ. They also discuss some common arguments for the existence of God, the reliability of the Bible, and the resurrection of Jesus, along with practical tips for sharing your faith and engaging in apologetic discussions.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(00:44 - 02:49) Apologetics
(03:45 - 05:08) Reasons for Hope in Everyday Life
(07:53 - 09:20) The Role of Apologetics in Counseling
(19:05 - 20:19) Manuscript Evidence for Bible Consistency
(23:39 - 25:10) History of Bible Translation and Distribution
(29:15 - 30:29) Christianity
(34:12 - 36:47) Faith and Miracles
(45:49 - 46:50) The Power of Apologetics
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Helpful links and resources
Special offer to our Hope Talks listeners! Use code TALK20 to save 20% on your in-person or virtual ticket for our Hope Together conference on September 26-28. Learn more and sign up at www.hopetogether.com
Connect with us on social!
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Book – God: Who is He? -- https://june-hunt.myshopify.com/collections/keys-for-living/products/keys-for-living-on-god-who-is-he
Book – Jesus: Is He God? -- https://june-hunt.myshopify.com/collections/keys-for-living/products/keys-for-living-on-jesus-is-he-god
Book – The Bible: Is It Reliable? -- https://june-hunt.myshopify.com/collections/keys-for-living/products/keys-for-living-on-the-bible-is-the-bible-reliable
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a specific question or difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Isaiah 53:5 – “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.
Mark 14:69-70 – “When the servant girl saw him there, she said again to those standing around, ‘This fellow is one of them.’ Again he denied it.”
Matthew 13:55 – “Isn’t this the carpenter’s son? Isn’t his mother’s name Mary, and aren’t his brothers James, Joseph, Simon and Judas?
1 Peter 3:15 – “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect”
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Special guest Dr. Eric Scalise, President of Hope for the Heart, joins Haley and Dustin to share his story of how he found hope in Christ amidst an unusual upbringing. The son of a diplomat, Eric lived in multiple countries and shared the unique experiences he had growing up and how the Lord often interrupted his plans and directed his steps.
It’s an encouraging conversation and reminder of how the Lord guides our path, often in unexpected ways, but always shows Himself to be faithful … even amidst trials, confusion, and pain.
Eric will be speaking at our Hope Together conference this September – see the special offer below.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(00:02) Finding Hope Through Unexpected Interruptions
(11:52) Navigating Unexpected Life Changes
(16:45) Embracing God's Unexpected Plan
(21:48) Navigating Hope and Faith Challenges
(26:37) Navigating God's Voice in Chaos
(36:50) Developing Relational Trust in Faith
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Helpful links and resources
Special offer to our Hope Talks listeners! Use code TALK20 to save 20% on your in-person or virtual ticket for our Hope Together conference on September 26-28. Learn more and sign up at www.hopetogether.com
Connect with us on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Learn more about our Lifeline to Hope online lay counseling training resources, led by Dr. Eric Scalise: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/lifeline/
Want to talk with June Hunt about a difficult life issue on Hope in the Night? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
*As Eric mentioned in his story, the Ten Commandments can be found in Exodus 20:1-17.
Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
Jeremiah 2:13 – “My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken me, the spring of living water, and have dug their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water.”
John 10:27 – “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.”
Ephesians 1:3 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.”
Hebrews 4:15-16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
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Special guest Aubrey Sampson joins Haley and Dustin to share her story of how she found hope in Christ while grieving multiple losses and major life changes. It’s an encouraging conversation of how the Lord meets us in our grief, along with practical steps on how to lament and grieve with hope.
Aubrey co-hosts the Nothing is Wasted podcast and has written numerous books including, The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament. Aubrey will also be speaking at our Hope Together conference this September - see the special offer below.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(02:13 - 03:25) Navigating Grief, Faith, and Doubt
(06:12 - 07:12) Finding Peace and Joy Amid Grief
(15:56 - 17:12) How Questions in Grief
(20:07 - 21:39) Importance of Lament in Worship
(26:58 - 28:23) Strength in Community During Grief
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Helpful links and resources
Special offer to our Hope Talks listeners! Use code TALK20 to save 20% on your in-person or virtual ticket for our Hope Together conference on September 26-28. Learn more and sign up at www.hopetogether.com
Learn about Aubrey Sampson, her books, and her ministry: https://www.aubreysampson.com/
Pre-order Aubrey’s new book, What We Find in the Dark: Loss, Hope, and God’s Presence in Grief -- https://shorturl.at/gwyyp
Get Aubrey’s children’s book, Big Feelings Days: A Book about Hard Things, Heavy Emotions, and Jesus’ Love -- https://www.aubreysampson.com/big-feelings-days/
Connect with Aubrey on Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/aubsamp/
Listen to Aubrey’s podcast, Nothing is Wasted -- https://www.aubreysampson.com/podcasts/
Connect with Hope for the Heart us on social:
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Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Free download on grief: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Gods-Heart-On-Grief.pdf
Video course on grief: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/grief-course/
Book on grief: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/product/grief/
God’s plan for you and what it looks like to follow Christ: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
1 Kings 19:7 - The angel of the LORD came back a second time and touched him
[Elijah] and said, “Get up and eat, for the journey is too much for you.”
Isaiah 53:3-4 – “He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted.”
Psalm 13:1 – “How long, LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?”
Psalm 31:2-3 -- “Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me.”
Psalm 88:18 – “You have taken away my companions and loved ones. Darkness is my closest friend.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 – “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens … a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance”
Lamentations 3:19-23 – “I remember my affliction and my wandering, the bitterness and the gall. I well remember them, and my soul is downcast within me. Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
2 Corinthians 6:10 – “sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything.”
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Jesus is “a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief” (Isaiah 53:3). The experience of loss is unique to each person, and it’s not easy navigating the complexity of grief. Yet in our pain, God comforts us and walks with us. Jesus understands grief and gives us hope.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin share biblical truths that can anchor you in times of grief. They also discuss their personal stories of loss, and misconceptions about grief, and provide practical guidance on what it looks like to grieve with hope and help others who are mourning a loss.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(06:32 - 07:56) Finding Hope Through Loss
(11:13 - 12:01) Facing Loss and Finding Hope
(15:22 - 16:58) Understanding and Coping With Grief
(23:29 - 25:30) Finding Comfort in Biblical Verses
(39:30 - 40:40) Influences and Life Lessons From TV
(43:24 - 44:28) Finding a Place for Grief
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Isaiah 53:3-4 – “He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not. Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; yet we esteemed him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted.”
Psalm 30:11 – “You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy”
Psalm 62:8 – “Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 – “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance”
John 11:21-26, 32-35 -- “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.” Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” … When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. “Where have you laid him?” he asked. “Come and see, Lord,” they replied. Jesus wept.”
1 Thessalonians 4:13-4, 17 – But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep … and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words.
Hebrews 6:19 – “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.”
Revelation 21:4 – “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
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On Hope Talks, we want to address real-life issues, so we want to hear from real people.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin answer questions that listeners have submitted. They discuss how to cope with depression, practical do’s and don’ts for helping others struggling with mental health issues, as well as tips for reigniting your relationship with God during a spiritually dry season of life.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(08:36 - 10:17) Exploring Relationship With Jesus
(14:44 - 16:28) Finding Emotional and Spiritual Outlets
(27:46 - 28:49) Struggling With Sin and Acceptance
(30:31 - 32:16) The Power of Prayer and Encouragement
(36:10 - 37:13) Longing for God in Dry Times
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Helpful links and resources
Connect with us on social!
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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast
Want to talk with June Hunt about a difficult life issue on Hope in the Night? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
Free resource addressing mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and more: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Your-Mental-Health-Matters.pdf
Lifeline to Hope online video training on the basics of lay counseling and helping others: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/lifeline/
God’s plan for you and what it looks like to follow Christ: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Isaiah 53:3 – “He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not.”
Lamentations 3:21-23 – “Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
Jonah 2:9: “But I, with shouts of grateful praise, will sacrifice to you. What I have vowed I will make good. I will say, ‘Salvation comes from the LORD.’”
Psalm 31:7 – “I will be glad and rejoice in your love, for you saw my affliction and knew the anguish of my soul.”
Psalm 34.18 – “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Psalm 42:1-5: “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God? My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me all day long, “Where is your God?” These things I remember as I pour out my soul: how I used to go to the house of God under the protection of the Mighty One with shouts of joy and praise among the festive throng. Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
John 9:1-2: “As he went along, he saw a man blind from birth. His disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” “Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.”
John 11:21-26, 32-35 -- “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.” Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection on the last day.” Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” … When Mary reached the place where Jesus was and saw him, she fell at his feet and said, “Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died.” When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come along with her also weeping, he was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. “Where have you laid him?” he asked. “Come and see Lord,” they replied. Jesus wept.”
John 6:67-69: “You do not want to leave too, do you?” Jesus asked the Twelve. Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe and to know that you are the Holy One of God.”
Matthew 11.28 – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
1 Corinthians 6:19 – “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own”
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