
Hope Alliance Bethlehem
A sermon podcast of Hope Alliance Church
Episodes
582 episodes
Come and See – John 1:35-51
Ever wonder why success, relationships, and achievements still leave you feeling empty? It's because our deepest longings for meaning and satisfaction find their true fulfillment only in Jesus. He offers himself, not religion or rules, as the a...
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42:02

Judah Falls to Babylon – 2 Kings 25
We wrap up our series on 1 and 2 Kings with Judah's fall to Babylon. It reveals the devastating cost of abandoning God's ways through idolatry and injustice. But we also see how Jesus becomes the ultimate solution to spiritual exile, serving as...
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Discovering the Value of God's Word – 2 Kings 22
We consider the righteous reign of King Josiah (2 Kings 22-23). Central to his reign and reforms is the discovery of the Book of the Law in the temple. What was buried in the idolatry and rebellion of Manasseh was found and followed. It did not...
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King Manasseh and the Danger of Forgetfulness – 2 Kings 21
What happens when we forget God's faithfulness and let spiritual complacency take root? King Manasseh's tragic reign shows how forgetfulness leads to destructive choices that impact entire communities. He hows us the dangerous progression from ...
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Hezekiah Clings to God – 2 Kings 18
What does it look like to trust God completely when everything seems to be falling apart? King Hezekiah's story reveals how radical faith can transform both personal lives and entire communities. When facing impossible circumstances, he chose t...
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Israel Goes Into Exile – 2 Kings 17
Have you ever felt spiritually distant from God, wondering how to find your way back? We look at how wrong beliefs about God lead to broken relationships and lost purpose, just as ancient Israel experienced exile through persistent sin and idol...
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When Fear Makes Our Decisions – 2 Kings 16
What happens when fear drives our most important decisions? King Ahaz's story from 2 Kings 16 reveals how seeking security in the wrong places leads to spiritual compromise and deeper anxiety. But God's faithfulness persists even through our wo...
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Faithless Kings, Faithful God – 2 Kings 13
Why do we keep choosing disappointment over the God who never fails us? This powerful message from 2 Kings 13 reveals how idolatry isn't an ancient problem, but a modern struggle too. Through the story of Israel's stubborn kings and Elisha's mi...
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Justice and Zeal – 2 Kings 9-10
What happens when earthly power collides with divine justice? We look at 2 Kings 9-10 and Jehu's dramatic rise and the vindication of those oppressed under Ahab and Jezebel. We discover that true peace cannot coexist with idolatry and that our ...
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Elisha and the Arameans – 2 Kings 6
When crisis strikes, do you rely on your own understanding or God's wisdom? Elisha's remarkable story reveals how God protects His people by exposing enemy plans and providing supernatural insight. Listen now and be inspired to exchange self-re...
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Naaman Is Healed – 2 Kings 5
What does it take to receive God's grace when pride stands in the way? The story of Naaman shows how healing depends not on wealth or status, but on simple obedience and humility. Listen now and be inspired to embrace the humble path of Jesus t...
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Elisha's Miracles – 2 Kings 4
Our series in the book of Kings continues as we see God work through the prophet Elisha in the very same ways he had worked previously through Elijah. This gives the people hope for a restored and healed land and identity. Listen now to better ...
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Moab's Revolt: Compromise and Chaos – 2 Kings 3
How does God's grace break through even in our failures? We look at 2 Kings 3 and how King Joram's half-hearted rejection of idolatry and King Jehoshaphat's questionable alliance leads to crisis. But God miraculously provides anyway. Listen now...
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42:23

Elisha Takes Over for Elijah – 2 Kings 2:1-25
What does it really mean to step into the calling God has prepared for you? In 2 Kings, we witness the powerful transition from Elijah to Elisha, where true discipleship requires unwavering commitment and the courage to embrace God's greater pu...
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Is There No God in the Land? – 1 Kings 22 and 2 Kings 1
What happens when life's pressures tempt us to seek the help of "lesser gods"? In this sermon, we move from the end of 1 Kings to 2 Kings and see how King Jehoshaphat's compromises and King Ahaziah's idolatry led to devastating consequences. Bu...
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40:18

Naboth's Vineyard Explained – 1 Kings 21
Have you ever stood firm for what's right when powerful forces pushed against you? In the story of Naboth's vineyard, we witness a humble man who valued God's covenant promises more than a king's wealth. This ancient narrative reveals how God s...
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God Preserves Ahab – 1 Kings 20
King Ahab faces Ben Hadad's overwhelming threat, but God intervenes with a miraculous provision. This ancient story reveals how God preserves His people and repeatedly invites us to truly know Him through His powerful Word, not just acknowledge...
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God Reaffirms the Weary - 1 Kings 18-19
Have you ever felt like your faith-driven efforts have fallen flat, leaving you exhausted and alone? This sermon explores Elijah's wilderness quest following Mount Carmel, revealing how God meets us in our darkest moments with gentle care and r...
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The Showdown at Mt. Carmel – 1 Kings 18
What happens when your faith feels pulled in multiple directions? The Israelites faced this exact dilemma as they wavered between God and Baal. Through Elijah's dramatic showdown with false prophets on Mount Carmel, God powerfully demonstrated ...
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God's Messenger in the Drought - 1 Kings 17
What does faith look like in enemy territory? Follow Elijah from his bold confrontation with King Ahab to his humble dependence on God's unusual provisions. Discover why God placed him in the heart of Ba'al worship and what it teaches about aut...
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The Reality of Wrong Worship – 1 Kings 16
What happens when we choose false gods over the true King? We explore the stark contrast between Judah's faithful King Asa and Israel's seven increasingly corrupt rulers. At its heart, this is a powerful reminder that who we worship determines ...
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Courage to Cleanse the Land – 1 Kings 14 & 15
What idols might be hiding in your own life today? We look at the story of King Asa of Judah, a ruler who broke the cycle of idolatry and rebellion established by his predecessors. Despite opposition from neighboring kingdoms and even family co...
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Responding to the Corrective Voice of God – 1 Kings 14
Join us as we explore the story of Jeroboam, whose pride led to devastating consequences for his family and Israel. See the difference between Jeroboam's stubbornness and King David's humble response when both faced their sins. Listen now and b...
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