Igniting Hope Ministries

Hope looks for evidence that God is at work. Pessimism looks for evidence that the obstacles are too great. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares that our circumstances are almost never as important as the conclusion we place on them.

Romans 5:3-4 gives us clear steps for breakthrough and maturity. "And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope." There is something even beyond the greatness of character; it is hope.

In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares his opinion on what the most important truth is to renew our minds with. It is a game-changer, and it was something specific the devil did not want Jesus to remember when he tempted Him in the wilderness.

Our words are not merely containers of information. There is more happening when we speak than simply communicating ideas. In this fun and insightful teaching, Steve Backlund discusses biblical examples of people speaking to "earless" things and what it means for us today. 

Is every strong, confident woman a Jezebel? In this podcast, Steve Backlund explores the difference between healthy strength and the misuse of power through control, manipulation, and intimidation; why we should be careful not to turn immature behavior into someone's identity; and how we can help women be strong, confident, healthy leaders.

Striving can be difficult to recognize because it often looks like responsibility. Yet underneath this "responsible behavior" can be an internal pressure that says, “I have to make this happen.” In this message, Steve Backlund gives insights and strategies to overcome striving and be restful while still being responsible.

Our greatest communication upgrade may not be learning what to say, but it may be changing what we believe about the person we're saying it to. Join Steve Backlund for a message that is guaranteed to increase your positive influence in relationships, ministry, and more.

God seems to have a habit of giving us directions or something to believe that does not make sense to our natural mind. In this fun message, you will be inspired to let go of leaning on your own understanding and live a greater life of faith.

"Now may the God of hope fill you . . . . " (Romans 15:13). How full does God want us to be? Join Steve Backlund as he looks at God's message to the Children of Israel in a season of bondage and disappointment. 

"Enabling people focuses on today's comfort. Empowerment focuses on tomorrow's freedom. Our goal isn't to make life easier for people. Our goal is to make people stronger for life." This is an excerpt from this podcast that looks deeper at what love really is in relationships.