
Hope Alliance Bethlehem
A sermon podcast of Hope Alliance Church
Episodes
567 episodes
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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37:01

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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Trust and Know God – 1 Kings 12 & 13
What happens when we shape our faith to fit what we want instead of what God wants? Join us for the story of Jeroboam from 1 Kings, who made golden calves for worship to keep control of his kingdom. Listen now and be inspired to build a real re...
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The True King Brings Rest – 1 King 12:1-24
Did you know a single prideful decision by Solomon's son permanently divided God's people into two kingdoms? When faced with his first leadership test, Rehoboam rejected the wisdom of experienced elders and embraced his friends' harsh counsel i...
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Hope for Idolators – 1 Kings 11
Solomon's tragic journey from wholehearted devotion to divided loyalty shows how subtly our hearts can turn from God. His story reveals that idolatry isn't just about physical statues, but about what truly captures our deepest affections and al...
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Pride Goes Before the Fall – 1 Kings 11:1-10
Have you wondered how even the wisest king in history could fall so dramatically from God's favor? We look at Solomon's spiritual decline in 1 Kings, revealing how his foreign marriages and divided loyalties led him away from true worship. List...
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God Dwells With His People – 1 Kings 8:1-13
The Ark of the Covenant's placement in Solomon's temple marked a profound shift in how God dwelt among His people. This sacred moment transformed God's presence from temporary to permanent, fulfilling His promise to Israel. While the temple's c...
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The Temple and the House – 1 Kings 5 & 6
Did you know Solomon's temple wasn't just a building, but a powerful symbol of heaven touching earth? This magnificent structure represented God's promise to dwell among His people, even as Solomon's own story revealed the tension between divin...
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A Kingdom of Justice and Peace – 1 Kings 3 & 4
Solomon’s reign gives us a glimpse of life under a king who listens to God—justice, prosperity, peace, and God’s glory. But even in his wisdom, he isn’t the king we truly need. This famous story points us to Jesus, the perfect King who brings G...
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49:19

A Heart that Hears – 1 Kings 3:1-15
After Solomon becomes king, his entire approach to worship transforms. He moves from treating God as just one option among many to recognizing Him as a personal, pursuing God. Join us as we explore how this timeless story points us toward Jesus...
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Real Strength Is Obedience – 1 Kings 2:1-12
We continue our journey in 1 Kings and consider David's final charge to his son, Solomon, the new king. He calls Solomon to a position and posture of strength. In this, we will see his good and right call to walk in the ways of God alongside hi...
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Impotence, Pride and Chaos – 1 Kings 1:1-30
We begin our journey though the book of 1 Kings. This important Old Testament narrative traces the royal lineage of David, beginning with Solomon. There will be highs and plenty of lows. And in this sermon, we see that from the beginning there ...
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Faith of the Magi
Did you know the Magi's gifts weren't just precious treasures, but prophetic symbols pointing to Jesus as the true King? Their bold journey from the East shows an authentic faith. While King Herod clutched his earthly crown, these distant trave...
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Our New Identity
The incarnation of Jesus ultimately offers humanity redemption and adoption. Not only does Jesus redeem us--set us free from our slavery--but he makes it possible for God to adopt us. He welcomes us into his family as sons and daughters. This n...
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The Glory of the Incarnation
We consider why Jesus was perfectly able to rescue and redeem humanity. Born of a woman, born under the Law, Jesus entered into the mess of our world so that we could be truly human again.
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46:36

The World Jesus Came Into
Advent is a season that often gets overshadowed by the festive celebrations of Christmas. However, it holds a profound significance in the Christian calendar, inviting believers to reflect on the anticipation and hope that precede the arrival o...
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The Narrow Way of Jesus
We look at Jesus' final warnings to his followers: be careful the path you are following, the voices you are listening to, and ultimately the state of your heart toward God. We consider the importance of these three realities as we conclude our...
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