Ever opened the Bible and thought, "I don't know where to start?"

You're not alone.

This week on Hope Now: Not Only Weekends, Matt Tubinis shares practical, pressure-free ways to study Scripture with confidence. From choosing a readable Bible translation to finding community and using free study tools, this conversation helps make God's Word feel approachable instead of overwhelming.

More importantly, Matt shares a lesson many believers learn the hard way:

Knowing more about God isn't the same as walking with Him.

If you're rebuilding your faith, exploring Christianity, or simply wanting to understand the Bible better, this episode is for you.

Dr. Ralph Douglas West encourages us with the Significance of Small Deeds, reminding us that our ordinary tasks bring order & meaning to our lives and bring glory to God, and illustrating how our small deeds can often add up and accumulate to great acts.

What if the most convincing picture of Christianity isn't a sermon—but someone showing up to serve?

Pastor Rufus Smith welcomes Memphis businessman and philanthropist Hamp Holcomb to discuss a lifetime of serving others, the vision behind For the Kingdom, and why authentic faith is lived beyond Sunday mornings.

Together they explore:

• Finding purpose through serving
• Rebuilding trust in the Church
• Faith after personal loss
• Why excellence honors God
• How churches can create lasting community impact
• What Kingdom-minded leadership looks like today

If you've ever wrestled with church, wondered where God is at work, or simply want practical encouragement to live your faith beyond the building, this episode is for you.

Jesus doesn't just give us freedom—He gives us the power to love. In this episode, explore what it means to be transformed by Christ, live out biblical love, and serve others with grace, even when it's inconvenient.Stay connected with Hope Church Memphis:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comInstagram • @Hope4MemphisTikTok • @Hope4MemphisFacebook • @Hope4MemphisPrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

What if serving others changes your own heart first?

In this episode of Hope NOW: Not Only Weekends, Pastor Rufus Smith and Amanda Brown explore why service isn't just another church program—it's one of the defining characteristics of following Jesus.

Together they discuss:

• Why Jesus made serving central to His ministry
• The vision behind Hope Church's Go & Do weekend
• How serving helps churches stay outward-focused
• Overcoming fear when volunteering
• Why relationships matter more than immediate results
• How service can become a meaningful first step for people returning to faith after church hurt

If you've ever wondered where to begin rebuilding your faith—or simply want to make a difference in your community—this conversation offers practical encouragement rooted in Scripture.

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Have you ever wondered if you've missed God's purpose for your life?

Purpose can feel confusing.

Some people seem to know exactly what they're called to do, while others spend years wondering if they're falling behind.

In this episode, Pastor Rufus and Karis explore what the Bible actually teaches about calling, why it isn't limited to ministry or a career, and how God often reveals His direction one faithful step at a time.

If you've ever struggled with uncertainty, comparison, or the fear of getting it wrong, this conversation offers practical wisdom and genuine hope.

In this episode you'll learn:

• What biblical calling really means
• Why your job isn't necessarily your purpose
• How God confirms His direction
• Why you probably haven't missed His plan
• The importance of simply taking the next right step

Faith isn't just for weekends.

It's hope lived out every day.

How do you trust a Heavenly Father when your earthly father wasn't there?

This week on Hope NOW, Pastor Rufus Smith sits down with Alfredo Duran and Daryl Jackson for one of the most honest conversations we've had about fatherlessness, forgiveness, addiction, recovery, and breaking generational cycles.

Both men grew up carrying deep wounds—but neither stayed defined by them.

If you've ever struggled with abandonment, questioned God after unanswered prayers, or wondered whether your past determines your future, this conversation is for you.

Hope isn't pretending the pain never happened.
Hope is discovering that God can redeem what people broke.

New episodes every week.

The prevalence of single parenting is akin to fatherlessness in our society, but the Lord and His church can make up the difference!Stay connected with Hope Church Memphis:Website • HopeChurchMemphis.comInstagram • @Hope4MemphisTikTok • @Hope4MemphisFacebook • @Hope4MemphisPrayer • HopeChurchMemphis.com/PrayerGiving • HopeChurchMemphis.com/Give

What happens when the people who once cared for you become the people you must care for?

In this honest conversation, Cheryl and David share the challenges, heartbreaks, and unexpected blessings of caring for aging parents. They discuss dementia, caregiver fatigue, difficult family histories, honoring parents, and the difficult decisions surrounding long-term care.

Most importantly, they reveal how faith helped them navigate seasons of exhaustion, forgiveness, and uncertainty.

If you're caring for a parent, supporting a loved one, wrestling with family wounds, or looking for hope in a difficult season, this episode will remind you that you are not alone.

Hope Now: Not Only Weekends is a podcast from Hope Church Memphis exploring how faith impacts everyday life—not just Sundays.

Marriage and divorce are some of the most personal and painful topics many people face. But beneath the discussion of marriage lies a bigger question: Who gets to define our relationships—culture or Christ?

In this episode, we walk through 1 Corinthians 7 and examine how the Apostle Paul reshaped a culture's understanding of marriage by pointing people back to Jesus. Along the way, we'll discover why reconciliation, holiness, and peace are at the heart of God's design and why the wisdom that defines our relationships ultimately builds them.

Whether you're married, single, divorced, dating, or simply seeking wisdom for your relationships, this conversation offers practical insight and gospel-centered hope.