HOPE Church Raleigh Podcast

A Needed Transition of Leadership (Father's Day--June 21, 2026)

Using the relationship between Moses and Joshua, Pastor Chris relates how as fathers and, especially as church leaders, we need to have an eye to the future, preparing ourselves to hand over the baton of leadership to the next generation with the understanding that God rarely advocates for status quo.

The Apostles Creed (Pt. 5)

Pastor Chris shares from the Word how the power of Christ' resurrection from the dead conquered Death, Hell and the Grave and why is it is imperative for Christians to live in that resurrection power!

The Apostles Creed (Pt. 4) from I Cor. 15:1-4

In Part 4 Pastor Chris explores the historicity and importance of the crucifixion, death and burial of the Lord Jesus Christ and how it impacts His work of salvation in us as believers.

The Apostles Creed (Pt. 3) from Lk. 1:31-38

The conception of Christ by the Holy Spirit and the importance of His Virgin Birth are the subjects of today's sermon by Pastor Chris to show us that "nothing is impossible with God" (rf. Lk. 1:37).

Growing in Fellowship by Following His Spirit (from Acts 2:1-11, 37-47)

As we celebrate Pentecost Sunday Pastor Chris reminds that the Holy Spirit is our power source, director and provider when it comes to fulfilling our work in expanding the Kingdom of Christ.

The Apostles Creed (Pt. 2) from Is. 6:1-9 and Rev. 20:11-15

To explain the second aspect of The Apostles Creed, "I believe...in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord", Pastor Chris shares how the Lordship of Christ and His upcoming Final Judgment has bearing on the lives of those who believe and trust in Him for salvation.

Pursuing Love and Committed Relationships (from Ruth 1:16-17; 4:13-17)

Pastor Chris shares how Ruth and Naomi's relationship as mother-in-law and daughter-in-law provides examples of the deep love and commitments that are needed in our own relationships with others as followers of Christ.

The Apostles Creed (Pt. 1)

Pastor Chris has begun a new sermon series to walk us through the Apostles Creed section by section to better strengthen our understanding of the Christian faith. Today's sermon is focused on "I believe in God the Father, Maker of heaven and earth".

Faith, Obedience and Generosity (Pt. 3) from II Cor. 9:6-15

Pastor Chris wraps his sermon series on tithing and giving with the emphasis that God is as or more concerned with the attitude expressed in our giving to Him than the amount of the gift.

Faith, Obedience and Generosity (Pt. 2) from Mal. 3:10-12

Pastor Chris continues his study on giving as an aspect of our worship of God, looking at God's encouragement of His people to obey, give and be blessed by Him.