The pastors at Living Hope Church in Findlay, Ohio have prepared and studied hundreds of hours over the years and only a fraction of this content is shared during sermons and classes.The Living Hope Findlay Podcast will provide insight and additional information into sermons, important topics concerning Christians and our society, and helpful information to help grow in discipleship as you walk closer with Jesus Christ. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you will be notified each time a ...
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Evan joins Dave to discuss the full solar eclipse. We discuss what to make of it as Christians and answer a few questions along the way, such as... Do I need to put eclipse glasses on my dog?
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Pastor, what do you do exactly? Let's talk about what a workweek looks like for a pastor. Hear from a senior pastor (Blair), equipping pastor (Dewey), and outreach pastor (Dave) as they pop the hood on the work of a pastor. What do we love about being a pastor? What is not so fun about being a pastor?…
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Living Hope Church staff expectations part 2! This time, we're unpacking the essence of what makes our team thrive and how these values extend to our wider church community. Here's what you'll find: - **Teamwork in Action:** Discover how we embody teamwork, breaking down silos to foster collaboration across all ministries, ensuring that everyone, f…
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An insider look into the day-to-day functioning of a church, focusing on the perspectives and experiences of pastors, staff, and the church community. Get ready for a candid, behind-the-scenes exploration of church life!
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Let's discuss what God is doing with whole churches moving toward biblical teaching in Ohio.The need of the day is for God to raise up men who love their families, work jobs, and serve the church with teaching.
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What is local church member? What motivates believers to become church members? What's good and what's bad? Is it biblical? Should it be a formal process or not? What keeps people from becoming members? What entails membership? Let us know what you think and your experiences! Why are you reading this far down?…
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Values Part 3 - Strategic Discipleship and Courageous Evangelism and Missions
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Our last two values are Strategic Discipleship and Courageous Evangelism and Missions. We round out our mini series on Living Hope Church Mission and Values. We fun on this one!
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Values pt. 2 Loving Fellowship and Selfless Unity
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Join us as we dive into two more core values of Living Hope Church. Loving Fellowship and Selfless Unity.
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Today we talk about the Mission of Living Hope Church. Our pillars and the first two of our core values of the authority of Scripture and prayer. What do you think about this mission of Living Hope?
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Scott discusses why student ministry is so important for faith development. He also talks about how this approach prevents students from disengaging after high school and fosters reciprocal disciple making between all ages.
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Discussing the philosophy of family and multi-generational disciplemaking, including equipping parents and having consistency from children's to youth ministry.
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What are deacons? Are they necessary? How are they different than pastors or elders? What do they look like at LivingHope Church ?
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What are church elders? We dive into what the Bible says about elders and focus on character being more important than experience or skills. We also open up about how we as elders oversee the spiritual direction of the congregation and work to raise up new leaders. Our hope is that this gives you some insight into how we serve behind the scenes. Le…
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Today we discuss our Family of Churches
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This podcast discusses Issue One that will be on the ballot in Ohio in November. Issue One is called the "Reproductive Freedom Act" but it would actually enshrine abortion access into the state constitution with no restrictions. Guest Linda Theiss provides background on the pro-life movement in Ohio and explains how Issue One would remove all curre…
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Have you heard of Life Tree Resources?Check out what's available at LifeTree.Libib.com.Today, we chat about how Life Tree Resources provides vetted biblical resources to help equip people and address real-life struggles at Living Hope Church. We also discuss needs within the church and tailor our preaching, counseling, and discussions.Also... Dave …
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Biblical Counseling: The Sufficiency of God's Word
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In this episode, Blair, Dewey and Dave discuss the importance and benefits of biblical counseling. They explain how biblical counseling is a powerful ministry in Living Hope Church. It relies solely on Scripture to address life's problems outside the reach of secular psychology. Join in learn how biblical counseling helps people apply God's wisdom …
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How Does a Church Help Others with Wisdom, Care, and Community? We discusses Living Hope Church's approach to benevolence ministry. We share insights on caring for those in need through relationships rather than transactions, and empowering people through generosity, accountability, and finding their dignity as image-bearers of God.…
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Finding Our Rest and Rhythms in Work and Life. In this episode, we share lessons we've learned about finding rest and preventing burnout through establishing rhythms of sabbath, solitude, and slowing down. We discuss setting boundaries and embracing God's sovereignty over results to avoid living with constant anxiety and adrenaline. Come hear pract…
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The pastors discuss reviving the podcast better communicate with the congregation about what's happening at the church. They want people to feel more connected to the church community and involved in its mission through getting to know each other and working together on outreach projects.
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The Heart of Prayer and Fasting - Christ & His Kingdom -Matthew 6:5-8, 16-18 -January 8, 2023
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The Heart of Prayer and Fasting - Christ & His Kingdom -Matthew 6:5-8, 16-18 -January 8, 2023 Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8, 16-18 Speaker: Blair Hayward Because God knows our heart, our acts of worship are to be for His glory, not ours. www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Way to Pray! Christ & His Kingdom -Matthew 6:9-15 -January 1, 2023
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By Pastor Dave Revnak The Lord’s prayer is often seen as a traditional formal prayer. But for Jesus this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Jesus gave a short prayer not a long one. A simple prayer not a complicated one. A powerful thoughtfully crafted pattern of talking to God that cuts to the core of the very essence of what the Christian Faith …
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Expectation Part 2 - Matthew 1 - December 11, 2022
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Scripture: Matthew 1 Speaker: Blair Hayward Our sinful failures cannot stop God's plan of salvation through Jesus. You won't believe the shocking and scandalous family tree of Jesus. www.LivingHopeFindlay.com Are you interested in discovering the secrets of your family's past? Join us as we explore the fascinating world of ancestry Jesus. You may d…
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Christ & His Kingdom: Kingdom Generosity - Matthew 6:1-4
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Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4 Speaker: Blair Hayward Give quietly and humbly to those in need as an act of worship to God. www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Christ & His Kingdom: Love Your Enemies - Matthew 5:43-47
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Scripture: Matthew 5:43-47 Speaker: Blair Hayward Love your enemies because God loved us when we were his enemies. www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Christ & His Kingdom: Keep Your Word - Matthew 5:33-37
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Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42 Speaker: Jonathan Philby We naturally want to avenge ourselves, but Jesus calls us to give of ourselves www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Christ & His Kingdom: Keep Your Word - Matthew 5:33-37
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Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37 Speaker: Blair Hayward Because God always keeps His word, we are to keep our word. www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32 Speaker: Blair Hayward Because marriage is from God, we are to hold it in high regard. Christ & His Kingdom www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30 Speaker: Blair Hayward Pursue purity because God counts misdirected desire as adultery www.LivingHopeFindlay.com
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Jesus Fulfilled the Law - Christ & His Kingdom - Matthew 5:17-20
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Sermon message on Matthew 5:17-20 Jesus Fulfilled God's law on our behalf and calls us to obedience.By Living Hope Church Findlay
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Let Your Light Shine - Christ & His Kingdom - Matthew 5:13-16
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True Christians shine the light of Jesus in this dark world. The sermon series continues with Jesus' teaching on what a Kingdom Citizen is from Matthew 5:13-16.By Living Hope Church Findlay
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Persecuted - Christ & His Kingdom - Matthew 5:10-12 - Message
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In this podcast we will start featuring Sunday messages. If you like listening while you mow your lawn, you're welcome! Today we are going to celebrate your persecution so you can enjoy God’s happiness over you when you face unfairness for Jesus and his righteousness. Has anyone criticized you for your faith? Has anyone been angry at you and insult…
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27 Hunger for Righteousness – Matthew 5:6
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Today we discuss pickle ball and spiritual bankruptcy. No, we are not suggesting that those who are related. We are in Matthew 5:1-4 looking at the poor in spirit and those who mourn. Why do the "poor in spirit" to have the Kingdom of God? What does it look like to live this out? Why are those who mourn blessed? What does it look like to experience…
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Pastor Scott Tinman joins Dewey and Dave for a special episode on making disciples. We are looking at Matthew 4:17-25. Jesus had this all inclusive process to ministry that was intentional, relational, and reproducible. Yet in the West we make it confusing. Join us as we untangle the mess. What was the difference between Jesus having a following an…
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24 Dwelling in Darkness - Matthew 4:12-17
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What prophecy was being fulfilled by Jesus being the great light to people living in darkness? When the Bible talks about living in "darkness" is it merely spiritual? Or is it physical opression, political, emotional, and situational hopelessness? In other words does the gospel free more than just the soul? In what way did Jesus come as light and i…
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- How did Jesus face these temptations? (Matthew 4:1-11) - How does the active / representative obedience of Christ practically encourage the Christian? [Romans 5:19] - How does our union with Christ help us face temptation? - How does Scripture point to the reality that we are in a spiritual battle - What practical weapons do we have for overcomin…
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Join Pastor Blair, Dewey and Dave for a deep dive into he waters of baptism this week as we respond to Jesus' own baptism in Matthew 3:13-17. What is the unifying picture of christian baptism? Why should you get baptized? Why shouldn't you get baptized? Why did Jesus get baptized? What is unique about Jesus' baptism? What if my history with baptism…
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We repent and turn to season 2! In Matthew 3 John the Baptist is calling people to repent. But what does repentance mean? What is the meaning of the word ‘repent’? What does it look like? Can repentance be separated from faith? what role does repentance play in becoming a Christian verses living a Christian life? How do you know if you’ve truly rep…
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#020 False Teachers - Romans 16:24-27 - Season Finale!
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Season 1 Finale!!!! Ending Romans we discuss Paul's passing warning against false teachers who cause division. We'll take a break over the summer before Season 2. Paul warns of those who cause divisions and put obstacles in the way of the gospel. Let’s be specific, what divisions can form in the church, and what obstacles to the true understanding …
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#019 Authentic Relationships in Ministry - Romans 16:1-16
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Tell us a story of how you have been positively impacted by a loving/welcoming church culture. (Me: the church I was saved in was so friendly. You could tell they loved each other during the meet & greet time and that was strange & attractive to me) Are the lists of names inspired by God? (a trick question to help promote the doctrine of inspiratio…
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#018 What is Missions? Romans 15:20-33
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What’s the most memorable mission trip you’ve been on? tell us a story from that trip. What has this chapter got to do with the rest of Romans? What are the links? Is the call to evangelize for every Christian or just the apostles, especially Paul? Prove your answer. Dave, tell us how God worked in your life to have you do pioneering work in India.…
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#017 Christian Pride and The Work of Christ - Romans 15:14-19
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Is Christian Pride an Oxymoron? What does the work Christ have to do with it? What do we make of "signs and wonders" of Christ's work in the New Testament and today? Its another fun conversation between pastors about the themes of Romans 15:14-19. Give a brief story of Christ accomplishing something in your life Romans 15:14-19 overview “By way of …
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#016 The Commission, It's GRRREAT! - Matthew 28:11-20
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Who discipled you? Why do we call this Great Commission “Great”? Is that right? (Mt 28:18-20) What lesson does the multiple commissions at the end of Matthew illustrate about the Great Commission? What are some of the ways we’ve side-stepped the great commission? How does the power demonstrated by the Jewish Elders contrast with the authority that …
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#015 Jesus Is Risen - Matthew 27:33-28:10
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What aspect of Christ’s death, burial, & resurrection gives you the most personal joy? What is so despairing about death? (Hebrews 2:14-15) How does Jesus’ resurrection take away that despair? (Philippians 1:21; Luke 23 the thief on the cross) What would we say to those who came to church this past Sunday but don’t plan to come back? What would we …
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Palm Sunday, Jesus enters the temple welcomed with joy and confrontation. "Who is this Jesus?" Pastor Blair and Dave sit down and talk about Jesus. If you haven't figured out already we are crazy about Jesus. We talk about dead religion (cultural christianity) and those who are opposed to who Jesus is (the religious resisters). And we walk through …
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We're taking a break and be back next week. Let us know you've been enjoying this podcast. You are loved!By Living Hope Church Findlay
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#013 We Love The Old Testament (And So Can You!) - Romans 15:4, 8-13
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How do we Christians love the OT? Relate to the OT? Obey the OT? What does the Old Testament mean for Christians then and now? What are we bound to obey and what are we not bound to obey in the OT? What OT Scriptures or stories have been especially encouraging to you personally? How is the Bible able to offer such perseverance, encouragement, and h…
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#012 - Mercy Motivates Acceptance Part 3 - Romans 15:1-7
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How would you lead a church that is arguing over secondary issues? How would you talk to others about participating in Halloween? If you have kids have you talked to your spouse about what to do with Santa Clause? This and more as we dive into Romans 15:1-7. You can watch the sermon if you missed it. Do you agree with Pastor Blair's definitions of …
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#011 - Mercy Motivates Acceptance Part 2 - Romans 14:13-23
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The rubber meets the road in this episode!! How do you keep hangups and freedoms from getting in the way of The Gospel of Jesus Christ? Why do Christians develop different convictions in the first place? When and how do we challenge people who's freedoms or hangups are getting in the way of The Gospel? Questions we tackle: What is the main thing we…
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