A book of the bible that may cause contention for some, seemingly filled with pain and suffering. However, is it possible to find hope in such circumstances? Heidi Wysman is back again in this episode talking about how we may find peace and comfort despite our trials.

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FINDING HOPE IN JOB

A Series by Heidi Wysman

We honor them as our heroes because they remained faithful even while enduring great sufferings. And you have heard of all that Job went through and we can now see that the Lord ultimately treated him with wonderful kindness, revealing how tenderhearted he really is! JAMES 5:11 (TPT)

We often see the book of Job as a study of suffering. But Job is a story of a man’s search for hope in a broken world. The way he dealt with his suffering has been a source of strength ever since people began searching the Bible for answers.

Job is the book in the Bible using the word ‘hope’ the most. It uses the word 19 times. But does he find this hope he seeks? He does. Not in the restoration of his goods, though this does happen. He finds hope in knowing the character of our Almighty God.

Job 1:1 introduces to us the man Job and his character. It says he was ‘blameless and upright, one who feared God, and turned away from evil’. Job’s suffering seems to come out of nowhere and has no connection to his character. But isn’t that just like ‘life’? Most of our grief and pain comes out of nowhere and baffles our sense of justice.

But if you ever doubted what the point of the book of Job is, read James 5:11!

We call it the ‘Book’ of Job. But I prefer to call it a ‘chapter’ in his life…

I pray that by the end of this story your eyes will be open to see the awe, wonder and faithfulness of our holy God.

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An incredibly wonderful and humble man, Druvi Perera is back again to talk about Pride and Humility. Today Druvi talks about examples of people from his own life and gives some practical advice about living humbly through service. 

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PRIDE VS HUMILITY

At every step of our Christian development and in every sphere of our Christian discipleship, pride is the greatest enemy and humility, our greatest friend. - JOHN STOTT

Pride and humility. Two words that contradict one another but also in our humanity we really struggle with. At times it can feel like letting go of pride weakens us, and humility makes us small and insignificant. However, that’s not the case. In fact, the Bible tells us that pride is our enemy, and humility is the position of our heart that God desires for us.

As you explore this week’s devotions, our prayer is that God would work a new thing in your life. That He would challenge, encourage, and change you as you seek to be more like Him.

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The CFO and Secretary of Hope Media, David Barker has a passion for God's word, and a love for the old testament. Today we talk about Ruth, not only in terms of its context, but also its place within God's plan, and wisdom for us today.

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FAITH IN ALL THINGS

A Study of the Book of Ruth

For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the LORD do so to me and more also if anything but death parts me from you. RUTH 1:16b–17 (ESV)

The story of Ruth is one filled with loss, hope, fear, courage, love and faith. Through every twist and turn, Ruth and Naomi never lost faith that God was in control. That He in fact was going before them and He knew the bigger picture for their lives.

No matter what you’re facing at the moment, our hope is that through the story of Ruth you’ll find strength, encouragement and hope to persevere knowing that God is working a bigger picture in your life.

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A man with many talents, that have led him to serve in ministries across the globe to this day. David Smethurst returns with more wisdom and heartfelt advice in this episode.

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PURSUING CHRIST

To have found God and still to pursue Him is the soul’s paradox of love.
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The path to seeking God is the journey we are all on through life. Even though we have found Him and accept Him as our Lord and Saviour, the pursuit of God is still an evolving one.

It’s a pursuit of understanding, a deeper relationship, dependence, surrender, and a pursuit of His heart for us, those around us, and the world.  

Through this week’s readings, we hope your pursuit of God will be renewed, encouraged, and inspired as we journey together to see His name proclaimed.

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A brand new contributor to Real Hope, Chris Parfoot has worked in libraries, education, and learning for many years. He has both a degree in biblical studies and theology and his wisdom and practicality make this an episode not to miss!

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PRESENT AND PURPOSEFUL

 Wherever you are, be all there. JIM ELLIOT

Life is constantly moving and changing. Sometimes it can feel like there’s a steady stream of distractions flowing around us – work, family, friends, community.

With all the noise, it can be easy to just move from one thing to the next and not be fully present in the moments of our life. In the busyness we can also miss the purpose God may have had for us in those moments and interactions with those around us.

Over the next week, our prayer is that these devotionals will help you develop the practice of being present not only in your day-to-day life, but also with God. Inviting Him to be present with you in all seasons, circumstances and situations. His presence can make an insignificant moment become full of purpose and opportunity.

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She's the host of The Drive Show on Hope 103.2 and the Undistracted podcast, as well as a good friend of the show! Laura Bennett is back for another conversation, this time about a hope-filled tomorrow.

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HOPE-FILLED TOMORROW

Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible, and achieves the impossible - Helen Keller

2022. A new year full of opportunities and possibilities, and a new chapter waiting to be written.

Despite the challenges of the last year that we all experienced globally, or challenges you may have faced in your personal life, this next year is a clean slate. A fresh page for God to continue to weave His story on your life.

Through this week’s devotionals, we hope you’ll create space to reflect on the year that was and to prepare and refocus for the year ahead. Who knows what God is going to do!

 

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A bit of fun around the Christmas table as Druvi Perrera, Laura Bennett and Ben McEachen join our host Abby McPharlin for a special episode of the Real Hope Conversation.

If you want to SEE this very special Christmas episode, you can instead join us on youtube at https://youtu.be/MhKS1tLyj8k

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THE ROAD TO CHRISTMAS 

A 10-day study by Hope Media. 

The manger was just the beginning... 

Christmas. A time of presents, family, Christmas carols and joy as we celebrate the birth of our Saviour King. However, all too often in this Christmas season, the story finishes in the manger. We don’t stop to consider Mary and Joseph’s visit with their baby to the temple, or the loss of thousands of children due to Herod’s hunt for the Messiah. We sometimes also forget the frantic race to Egypt for Mary and Joseph in order to protect their newborn son.  

Over the course of the next 10 days, we will consider the events in the arrival of our Saviour. How the word became flesh, the virgin teenager who became the mother of our Saviour King, her husband’s wrestle with heart and mind, the birth of their son, the one who would rescue us all, the prophesies of Anna and Simeon, the heartbreak of a nation and the Saviour King becoming a refugee. 

All these events are woven together in a tapestry that proclaims God’s deep, sacrificial and saving love for us! 

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Jon Owen is the Pastor and CEO of Wayside Chapel. He has dedicated his life to closing the gap on inequality, both living and working amongst some of the most disadvantaged communities in Sydney and Melbourne.

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THE ROAD TO CHRISTMAS 

A 10-day study by Hope Media. 

The manger was just the beginning... 

Christmas. A time of presents, family, Christmas carols and joy as we celebrate the birth of our Saviour King. However, all too often in this Christmas season, the story finishes in the manger. We don’t stop to consider Mary and Joseph’s visit with their baby to the temple, or the loss of thousands of children due to Herod’s hunt for the Messiah. We sometimes also forget the frantic race to Egypt for Mary and Joseph in order to protect their newborn son.  

Over the course of the next 10 days, we will consider the events in the arrival of our Saviour. How the word became flesh, the virgin teenager who became the mother of our Saviour King, her husband’s wrestle with heart and mind, the birth of their son, the one who would rescue us all, the prophesies of Anna and Simeon, the heartbreak of a nation and the Saviour King becoming a refugee. 

All these events are woven together in a tapestry that proclaims God’s deep, sacrificial and saving love for us! 

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One of the relationship managers at Family radio 96.5 in Brisbane, he's been involved in planting churches and Christian not-for-profit organizations for many years.

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A HEART OF THANKSGIVING 

We ought to give thanks for all fortune: if it is good because it is good; if bad, because it works in us patience, humility, contempt of this world and the hope of our eternal country. CS Lewis 

This year has again been challenging. Not only for the world but I think most people would say that they have certainly faced extra challenges this year. 

As we head into this holiday season, this season of celebration and remembrance of salvation, we wanted to spend some time in thanksgiving. Thanksgiving for immense blessings, love, grace, mercy and the salvation we have received through our Lord Jesus Christ. To shift our hearts to recognise things in our lives that we can be grateful and thankful for. To have a heavenly perspective.  

Our prayer is that through this week’s study you will put the challenges of the past year aside and spend time reflecting on all the things you have to be thankful and grateful to our Heavenly Father for.  

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Dwayne Jeffries is back for another conversation, this time talking about Exodus, particularly the lead-up to Israel receiving the 10 commandments. He described it himself as uncomfortable, but that doesn't mean it's something to avoid. 

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LESSONS TO LIVE BY  

A Study of Exodus 18–22  

If you do this, God will direct you, you will be able to endure, and all these people also will go to their place in peace. EXODUS 18:23 (ESV)  

There are so many lessons hidden in the words of Exodus. In between the huge moments like the burning bush, the rescue of the Israelites from Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, and the Ten Commandments, there are so many lessons that sometimes we can gloss over. Lessons about leadership, boundaries, God’s love for us, generosity, and freedom.   

As we navigate Exodus 18–22, our hope is that you’ll not only be reminded and inspired by passages like the Ten Commandments but will also see the lessons hidden in the passages that surround this well-known scripture. Lessons to live by.   

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