HOPE is Here

To start the year off, Greg selects a word to use as his mantra for the new year.  To assist Greg in selecting a word is friend, Sara Gilliam who went through a tough storm only to come out healed and hopeful.  Sara shares how she finds her Word for the Year and uses it to guide her through the storms.

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We don’t typically like to talk about the subject of loneliness. Today author Maureen Smith talks with Greg about conquering one seed of destruction called loneliness. What’s important to understand about it? How can we help someone through isolation and fight off the enemy? Join Maureen and Greg for 14 minutes of encouragement in today’s broadcast!

Other broadcasts with Maureen:

"The Seed of Anger" - https://hopeishere.podbean.com/e/the-seed-of-anger/ 

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Chris Boone was molested at age 7. He learned at a young age to have a ‘church-face’ to keep up appearances that everything was okay, seeking to feel loved, cherished, and accepted. Two and a half years ago, Chris found himself addicted to drugs, mentally ill, and in a troubled marriage. After being kicked out of his 6th rehab stay, he was standing outside after midnight with everything he owned on his back when he got on his knees. This incredible story of redemption, how Chris found love and acceptance will leave you speechless.

Other broadcasts with Chris:

"Outside-In (part 2)" - https://hopeishere.podbean.com/e/outside-in-pt-2/ 

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One day Jeff Musgrave turned on the radio and heard Greg sharing his experience of being sexually violated as a child. That day Jeff began his own journey to healing. He eventually met with Greg who encouraged him to begin counseling. Jeff shares how he handled coming face to face with his abuser and how God gave him the strength to work through that trigger. This is a powerful broadcast, folks. Take 14 minutes and listen.

Resource: Resilient People by Rick Huttner

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In order to have a testimony, you have to go through a test… Twila Brown went from Reese Witherspoon’s lifestyle brand manager to unemployed overnight. Listen today as Greg interviews Twila as she shares the story of how God helped her walk with faith, not fear, through a very unplanned time of her life. 14 minutes of inspiration coming your way in today’s broadcast!

"From Covid to Confetti" - https://hopeishere.podbean.com/e/journey-thru-covid-to-hope-twila-brown-part-3/ 

Merry Christmas! Join us as we celebrate the birth of hope! The birth of Jesus has been a catalyst for hope for generations! The Christmas story is a great reminder that God has a plan and operates on His own timeline. You never know when God is going to appear. Let’s dig into Luke 2:8-14 with Greg today to celebrate the birth of HOPE!

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As we approach Christmas, consider who it is you need Jesus to be for you today. It’s important to give God more than just an hour on Sunday mornings. Join Greg as he considers what “Everlasting Father” means in Isaiah 40:28-31. Could you use an everlasting Father in your life right now? Jesus will always meet you right where you are.

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Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Which of these characteristics of God do you need to be reminded of most right now? Are you struggling with fear or worry? God can be your Prince of Peace. Are you struggling with depression? Call on the “Wonderful Counselor” for comfort. Tune in for 14 minutes of hope in Jesus!

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A frightened Mary was consoled by an angel “Do not be afraid. The Lord is with you.” Do you need that reminder this Christmas season? 2 Chronicles 16:9 says “For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.” There are 5 important things we can learn from Mary’s committed heart.

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Can you believe it’s Christmas week?! Greg shares his thoughts about what Mary was thinking about her pregnancy and upcoming marriage to Joseph. Did Mary know that the Lord was with her? Do you know that God is with YOU? Sometimes we go through tough times and need that reminder. Your deepest wound will be your ministry – God never wastes a hurt.

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