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In today’s Advent reflection, we look at the story of Zechariah—John the Baptist’s father—who doubted God’s promise and was silenced until it came to pass. His moment of disbelief reminds us not to speak doubt over what God is building in and through us. Whether you’re pursuing unity, ministry goals, or a calling that feels “too late” or “out of reach,” this devotional will encourage you to lean into faith, hope, and God’s timing. Don’t be a Grinch—believe that God can still do the impossible.

⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Advent reflections & unity 00:24 – John the Baptist’s role 00:52 – Zechariah’s encounter with the angel 01:36 – Why he doubted 02:05 – “Don’t speak doubt” 02:47 – Applying the lesson to ministry & unity 03:29 – Encouragement to walk in belief 04:15 – Closing blessing & prayer

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🛜 Find out how you can help strengthen unity in Christ with us. Follow and contact us through social media and our website. https://linktr.ee/inHoPE.tv 🎄 Check out Holiday Playlist for more Advent encouragement. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR58w55nniJKp-E-9uJoZkTp-YWovDuPv&si=HAUhU_5N3VuBOgOi In today’s Advent reflection, we look at John 1 and celebrate Jesus as the Word made flesh and the Light that darkness cannot overcome. Discover why Christmas lights point us back to the true Light of the world—and how our unity as believers becomes a powerful witness that helps the world see Christ. Expect encouragement, biblical clarity, and a reminder to “light it up” through love, unity, and hope this season. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro 00:11 – Why Advent points us to unity 00:50 – Turning to John 1 01:04 – “In the beginning was the Word” 01:27 – The Word became flesh 02:11 – Jesus as the Light of the world 03:16 – Unity as a light in darkness 04:04 – Closing blessing & prayer 🔑 Keywords Advent Day 6, Light It Up Advent, Jesus the Light of the World, John 1 devotion, Word made flesh, Advent reflection, Christian unity, Christmas devotional, InH Hope podcast, Bible study John 1, spiritual encouragement, unity in Christ, Advent 2024 #️⃣ Hashtags #Advent #LightItUp #AdventDevotional #John1 #WordMadeFlesh #LightOfTheWorld #ChristianUnity #InHHope #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #ChristmasSeason #HopeInChrist

In today’s Advent reflection, we turn to Daniel 2—a moment in Israel’s darkest season of exile—where God reveals a kingdom that will outlast every earthly power. Even when the Davidic line looked broken and hope seemed lost, God was still working His plan to bring forth the eternal King: Jesus.

If you’re facing discouragement in ministry, unity feels impossible, or hope feels distant, this episode will remind you that God’s kingdom is unshakable and His purposes are never derailed.

Expect encouragement, Scripture insight, and a fresh sense of hope for this Advent season.

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00:00 — Audio production note 00:11 — Welcome & Advent focus 00:40 — Transition from 2 Samuel to Daniel 01:09 — Daniel interprets Nebuchadnezzar’s dream 01:47 — Reading Daniel 2:44 02:20 — God’s unshakeable eternal kingdom 02:41 — When hope looks lost 03:25 — Hope for unity, reconciliation & purpose 04:02 — Closing encouragement & blessing

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🛜 Find out how you can help strengthen unity in Christ with us. Follow and contact us through social media and our website. https://linktr.ee/inHoPE.tv 🎄 Check out Holiday Playlist for more Advent encouragement. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR58w55nniJKp-E-9uJoZkTp-YWovDuPv&si=HAUhU_5N3VuBOgOi In today’s Advent teaching, we explore 2 Samuel 7:12–13 and what God’s promise to David means for our purpose, our ministry, and the legacy we’re really building. If you’ve ever wondered whether your efforts, accomplishments, or ministry work truly matter, this episode will help re-center your focus on the eternal kingdom Jesus is building and why unity, prayer, and faithfulness are the real work that lasts. Expect practical encouragement, biblical insight, and a reminder to stay kingdom-minded this Christmas season. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 — Welcome to the In Hope Podcast 00:12 — Introduction & Advent focus 00:33 — Reading 2 Samuel 7:12–13 01:38 — The everlasting kingdom explained 02:50 — Why our own accomplishments fall short 03:44 — Jesus builds the house, not us 04:10 — Unity, prayer & collaboration as true work 05:02 — Final encouragement & blessing 🗝️Keywords Advent devotional, 2 Samuel 7 explained, Davidic covenant, Jesus fulfillment, Christian unity, kingdom mindset, Christian leadership, ministry encouragement, lasting legacy, biblical encouragement, Christmas devotional, building God’s kingdom, spiritual growth Hashtags #AdventDay4 #AdventDevotional #ChristianLeadership #FaithAndMinistry #BiblicalTeaching #KingdomMindset #InHopePodcast #ChristmasDevotional #2Samuel7 #UnityInChrist #ChristianEncouragement #MinistryLeaders

🛜 Find out how you can help strengthen unity in Christ with us. Follow and contact us through social media and our website. https://linktr.ee/inHoPE.tv 🎄 Check out Holiday Playlist for more Advent encouragement. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR58w55nniJKp-E-9uJoZkTp-YWovDuPv&si=HAUhU_5N3VuBOgOi Welcome to Advent Day 2! Today we explore how Christ embodies true unity and how we, as His followers, can reflect that same unifying heart. Building on God’s blessing over Abraham—that all families of the earth would be blessed through his lineage—we see that Jesus becomes the ultimate fulfillment of that promise. This devotional encourages you to live as a unifier like Christ, displaying His love, compassion, and reconciliation in your community. Timestamps: 00:00 – Advent Intro & Purpose 00:12 – Strengthening Unity During Advent 00:34 – Recap of Day 1: Guarding What Is Good 00:47 – The Blessing Spoken Over Abraham 01:06 – How Jesus Fulfills the Promise 01:35 – The Calling to Be Christlike Unifiers 02:12 – Unity as a Witness to the World 03:00 – Living Out Reconciliation & Love 03:41 – Final Encouragement for Advent 🗝️Keywords: Advent day 2, unifier like Christ, Advent devotional, unity in the body of Christ, Abraham’s blessing, Jesus fulfillment of prophecy, Christian encouragement, reconciliation ministry, Christlike living, Christmas devotional, spiritual growth, Christian leadership Hashtags: #AdventDay2 #UnifierLikeChrist #AdventDevotional #UnityInChrist #ChristianEncouragement #BibleStudy #ChristmasSeason #FaithAndLeadership #InhHopePodcast

🛜 Find out how you can help strengthen unity in Christ with us. Follow and contact us through social media and our website. https://linktr.ee/inHoPE.tv 🎄 Check out the Holiday Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR58w55nniJKp-E-9uJoZkTp-YWovDuPv&si=wDO96-GGyHG16U6k In Advent Day 2, we look at Genesis 12 and God’s call to Abraham—showing how every blessing we receive is meant to bless others and strengthen unity in the Body of Christ. If you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or believer wanting to grow in servant-leadership, influence, and biblical unity, this short devotion will encourage and challenge you. Discover what it means to be blessed to be a blessing this Advent season and how your God-given opportunities can help unite and build up the Church. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – Advent welcome & recap 0:26 – From Genesis 3 to Genesis 12 0:56 – God’s call to Abraham 1:30 – “All families of the earth will be blessed” 2:00 – What it means to be blessed as a leader 2:54 – Using influence, gifts, and promotion for unity 3:50 – Serving others & strengthening the Body of Christ 4:07 – Final encouragement & Christmas blessing 🗝️ Keywords: Advent devotional, Abraham Genesis 12, blessed to be a blessing, Christian unity, leadership encouragement, unity in the Body of Christ, Advent teaching, Christian podcast, spiritual growth, servant leadership.

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In this powerful Advent-themed episode, we explore how the enemy seeks to undermine unity within the body of Christ. Drawing from Genesis 3, we uncover the biblical promise of victory over sin and death through Christ, and how the enemy works to disrupt God’s call for unity. Learn how to avoid the common pitfalls of pride, uniformity, and spiritual abuse that can distort true Christian unity. Whether you're a ministry leader or someone seeking deeper insight into Advent, this episode offers practical wisdom for strengthening the Church during this season of hope.

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In this episode, hosts Preach and Brandon discuss the crucial topic of pastoral expectations and how congregations can better support their pastors. They begin with a word of prayer and dive into the importance of unity in the body of Christ. This episode explores the realistic expectations we should have of our pastors, such as teaching God's word, equipping believers for ministry, and modeling Christ-like behavior, while also acknowledging what pastors are not, including being available at all hours or being a perfect representation of God. With sobering statistics on pastoral burnout and mental health, this episode aims to provide encouragement and practical advice for congregations to help alleviate some of the pressures pastors face. Join the conversation, like, share, and subscribe to be part of this important discussion on pastoral care.

00:00 Introduction and Opening Prayer

10:47 The Importance of Discipleship and Small Groups

17:54 Grace and Humility in Pastoral Ministry

26:50 Respecting Spiritual Leadership 28:27

Balancing Family and Ministry 35:02

The Importance of Encouragement

46:07 Educational Expectations for Pastors

52:36 Closing Thoughts and Future Topics

In this solo episode of the In Hope podcast, Brandon delves into the profound topic of obedience to God versus seeking to be understood by others. Drawing inspiration from a quote by Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell, the episode highlights the significance of balancing truth and grace in fostering unity within the body of Christ. Brandon shares personal struggles with people-pleasing and emphasizes the importance of truth in spiritual growth while also recognizing the necessity of grace. The message calls for Christians to embody both truth and grace in their interactions to truly reflect God's love and justice.

00:00 Introduction to the In Hope Podcast

02:02 The Challenge of Obedience and Unity

03:41 Balancing Truth and Grace

07:01 The Role of Sacrifice and Repentance

09:01 The Importance of Truth in Grace

14:29 The Impact of Overemphasizing Truth

18:38 Parenting Lessons and God's Grace

21:44 Final Thoughts and Prayer

In this episode of the InHope Podcast, hosts Preach and Brandon dive into the names of God and their significance in fostering unity within the body of Christ. Reflecting on titles such as Yahweh, Yeshua, and Abba, they discuss how each name reveals different aspects of God's nature, his relationship with us, and the calling to be united in Him. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural insights, they explore God's protection, provision, and unwavering truth.

Join the conversation, share your favorite names of God, and discover how these names draw us closer to unity with Christ and each other.

00:00 Welcome to the InHope Podcast

01:42 The Significance of Yahweh

03:42 Unity Through God's Constancy

06:34 Truth and Belief in Modern Society

11:39 God's Testimony and Miracles

14:13 The Good Shepherd and the Loving Father

21:42 God's Wrath and Love: A Biblical Perspective

24:44 The Reward of God's Presence

29:18 Unity and Seeking God's Heart

37:13 Intimacy with God: Abba and Emmanuel

40:17 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

41:48 Final Remarks