Join Pastor Dave Mudd for a special family discussion, exploring what it means to be a "Global Christian" and understanding the church as God's people, not just a building. Discover the Hope found in God's promises through Jesus and the call to radically redirect our hearts towards Him. This message encourages viewers to emulate Jesus' example of humility and unity, as highlighted in Philippians 2, embracing sacrifice and obedience in their faith journey. Tune in for insights on Christian living, church unity, and deepening your relationship with God.

How can praying ancient Psalms of thanksgiving transform your relationship with God today? In Week 5 of our "Praying the Psalms" series, Pastor Alex Gowler explores the vital role gratitude plays in our prayer life. Learn why these specific Psalms are so powerful, how they shift our perspective on challenges, and practical ways to build a habit of thankfulness inspired by Scripture.

Listen to discover:

    •    The purpose and importance of Thanksgiving Psalms.

    •    How gratitude deepens your connection with God and helps you see His work more clearly.

    •    The link between remembering God's past faithfulness and building confidence for the future.

    •    How these prayers ultimately point to the hope found in Jesus.

    •    Practical steps, inspired by Psalm 136, to cultivate thankfulness in your own prayers.

Tune in to learn how incorporating Psalms of thanksgiving can bring new depth and perspective to your conversations with God.

Discover a fresh perspective on repentance with Karrie Garcia in this powerful message from The Hope Collective's "Praying the Psalms" series. Forget shame and embrace the gift of returning to Jesus! We dive into the true meaning of repentance, contrasting Old Testament "Shu" with New Testament "Metanoia," and explore the transformative story of the Prodigal Son. Learn the practical steps to admitting your need, confessing to God, and turning away from harmful behaviors. Experience the Father's loving welcome and the joy of restoration. This message challenges self-righteousness and invites you to a deeper relationship with God.

- Rethink Repentance: Move beyond simple apologies to a heart-level transformation.

- Prodigal Son Insights: Understand God's welcoming love through this classic story.

- Practical Steps to Repentance: Learn actionable ways to reconnect with Jesus.

- Overcoming Self-Righteousness: Discover why everyone needs God's grace.

- Joyful Restoration: Experience the celebration that awaits those who return to God.

Join Pastor Dave Mudd in Week 3 of our "Praying the Psalms" series, as we explore the raw honesty of Psalm 13 and the power of lament in prayer. Discover how to bring your deepest struggles to God and find His unwavering love, even in moments of despair.

    •    Dive into Psalm 13: Understand how David's heartfelt cries reflect the human experience of feeling forgotten, and how this Psalm provides a model for our own prayers.

    •    Embrace Lament: Learn how Psalms of lament, like Psalm 13, offer a safe space to express pain and frustration to God, fostering authentic connection.

    •    God's Refining Process: Explore how suffering can be a transformative experience, shaping us and drawing us closer to God's heart.

    •    Remember God's Steadfast Love: Discover how even in the depths of lament, remembering God's promises and His unfailing love can lead to renewed hope and praise.

    •    Practical Application: Learn how to incorporate the Psalms into your daily prayer routine, utilizing journaling and emotional honesty to deepen your relationship with God.

In Week 2 of "Praying the Psalms", Hope Collective friend Tanya Godsey explores how life's disruptions can actually be invitations to a deeper encounter with God! Have you felt shaken by recent events? Psalm 24 shows us how to find solid ground in the King of Glory.

Tanya reveals how this Psalm calls us to more than just religious acts, but to vulnerability and transparency before a holy God. It's about approaching Him with "clean hands and a pure heart" – honestly facing ourselves and inviting God into our realities.

✨ Listen now to:

* Discover how disruptions can open doors to profound encounters with God.

* Understand the call to vulnerability and transparency in Psalm 24.

* Learn to approach God with authenticity and find solid ground amidst life's storms.

Don't miss this encouraging and timely message! Perfect for anyone navigating life's challenges and seeking a deeper, more honest connection with God.

Welcome to a new series on our podcast: "Praying the Psalms." In this first episode, Pastor Alex Gowler guides us on a journey to deepen our connection with God through the power of prayer. Discover how the Psalms offer a rich and inspired language for communicating with our Creator, moving beyond simple requests to a true encounter with God's presence. Alex emphasizes that prayer, like any language, requires practice and intention. We'll explore the vision of prayer as "getting more of God" and learn how the structure of the Psalms can support a vibrant and growing relationship with Him. Join us as we begin a 50-day practice, reflecting on Psalms 1, 51, and 101, and discover how these ancient words can transform our modern prayer lives. Get ready to learn, reflect, and engage in a more meaningful conversation with God.

As part of HopeCo's series, “Better Tomorrow: Seven Reasons for a Life of Hope," we’ve been recording and releasing follow-up conversations that dig a little deeper into the reasons we have for the HOPE we’ve been given.
In this last follow up episode, Dave Mudd, Ken Gates, and Alex Gowler sit down to talk more about the final reason we have for a life of hope: "We live in God's goodness by following the example and teaching of Jesus." If you haven’t had a chance to listen to the message "Better Tomorrow | Week 8," check it out and then join us back here to keep the conversation going.

Where can we go to discover how to live in the goodness that God has made available to us? The answer is the life and teachings of Jesus. In today's message, Lead Pastor Dave Mudd shares at The Hope Collective's Unity Gathering about how the Beatitudes sum up the way we can experience the better tomorrow that Jesus makes possible.

As part of HopeCo's series, “Better Tomorrow: Seven Reasons for a Life of Hope," we’ll be recording and releasing follow-up conversations that dig a little deeper into the reasons we have for the HOPE we’ve been given.

In this episode Dave Mudd, Ken Gates, and Alex Gowler sit down to talk more about the sixth reason we have for a life of hope: "We can experience God's goodness now and it lasts forever." If you haven’t had a chance to listen to the message "Better Tomorrow | Week 7," check it out and then join us back here to keep the conversation going.

Is your Christian walk a struggle between victory and temptation? In this week’s episode of our”Better Tomorrow" series, Pastor Dave Mudd delivers a powerful message on navigating the complexities of faith. He explores the crucial concept of the "already but not yet," explaining how we are already reconciled with God, yet still face the reality of sin. Discover why understanding the bad news is essential to truly grasp the overwhelming goodness of Jesus's sacrifice. Pastor Dave encourages us to rejoice in the hope of God's glory and provides practical wisdom on fleeing from sin. Tune in for this inspiring message!