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In this episode of Hope NOW, Pastor Rickey Fondren joins us to share how God uses our passions, experiences, and unique gifts to reveal His purpose. From writing his book The Playbook to learning to trust God's timing, Pastor Rickey discusses hearing God's voice, overcoming doubt, and taking the next right step in faith. Discover how to embrace your calling, trust the process, and live with confidence in who God created you to be.

This weekend, Rev. Vincent Joplin continued our Dear Corinth series with “LOVE.” In this sermon, Rev. Joplin explores 1 Corinthians 13 to remind us that above all gifts, knowledge, and temporary things, love is what matters most. Discover how Christ's transformative love shifts our mindset and provides an enduring foundation that will last forever.

Ever feel like certain people are just hard to deal with? Whether it’s a friendship, a family relationship, or a difficult situation at work, navigating challenging people can leave us frustrated, hurt, and questioning how to respond. In this episode of Hope NOW, Pastor Chad Johnson explores how to navigate difficult relationships through a Christian perspective. Discover how self-awareness, trust, emotional intelligence, forgiveness, and healthy boundaries can change the way you approach conflict.

Is karma real? Can you manifest the life you want? And how do you know if what you believe about God actually holds up? In this episode of Hope NOW, Pastor Chad Johnson breaks down how popular cultural ideas like karma and manifestation compare with a Christian worldview. Using the practical TAKES framework, we explore how your beliefs about God, human nature, knowledge, ethics, and salvation shape the way you live, make decisions, and navigate difficult questions about faith. If you've ever questioned what you believe, wrestled with deconstruction, or wondered how to follow Jesus in a culture full of competing messages, this conversation is for you. You don't have to be afraid of asking questions. You can examine your beliefs, have honest conversations, and grow in a faith that's grounded in more than what culture tells you. Hope NOW: Not Only Weekends is a Hope Church Memphis podcast exploring what it means to live out real faith beyond Sunday.

This past weekend, Dr. Eli Morris continued our Dear Corinth series with “Gifts.” In this sermon, Dr. Morris explores how the Holy Spirit bestows unique spiritual gifts upon every believer to build up the church and serve others. He outlines a practical framework for identifying the difference between natural talents and spiritual gifts, using them to discover God's calling, and finding strength in the diverse gifts of the Christian community. By combining your God-given spiritual gifts with your personal passions, you can effectively serve others and bring glory to God.

The Bible can feel confusing, overwhelming, or hard to understand—but you don’t have to figure it out alone. In this episode of Hope NOW, Matt Tubings shares practical ways to study the Bible, understand its timeline and bigger story, and approach Scripture with humility. Whether you’re new to the Bible or have been reading it for years, this conversation will help you go deeper in your faith. Hope NOW | Bible Study | How to Read the Bible | Understanding the Bible | Christianity | Faith

This weekend, Rev. Chad Johnson preached “Jesus Is at the Table,” highlighting how Communion unifies believers as one equal body in Christ by dismantling social barriers. Approaching the Lord's table creates a gospel balance that humbles human pride while exalting those who embrace servant leadership. Ultimately, this shared unity serves as a powerful witness that reveals God's love and truth to the surrounding world.

This weekend, Rev. Rufus Smith continued our Dear Corinth series with “First and Twenty-First Century Church Etiquette,” focusing on 1 Corinthians 11:3–12. He illustrated how Christian culture operates in tension with society: sometimes church etiquette is intercultural (coinciding with the surrounding world), while at other times it is counter-cultural (directly contradicting the world).

What guides the way you live? In this episode of Hope NOW, Rev. Vincent Joplin explores how to develop personal convictions, set healthy boundaries, steward your time, and live with greater intention. Discover how knowing what matters to you can help you honor God, yourself, and the people around you.

Rev. Rufus Smith Continues our Dear Corinth Series with "Brick by Brick: Building a Powerful Life." In this Message, Rev. Smith uses the acronym B.U.I.L.D to illustrate how God chooses unpowerful people to produce powerful results if they choose to follow his wisdom.

What happens when you have questions about God, faith, church, or what you believe? Rev. Chad Johnson explores apologetics, faith deconstruction, doubt, and church hurt—and why asking honest questions can lead to a stronger, more grounded faith.

This weekend, we celebrated Hope’s 38th anniversary with a message from Rev. Rufus Smith titled “Who Is Your Financial Provider?” In this message, Rev. Smith warns us never to rely on God’s channels of blessing more than we rely on the God who controls the channels.

For 38 years, Hope has been committed to reaching people who may have given up on church—but haven’t given up on God. In this special Hope NOW episode, Rev. Eli Morris looks back at Hope’s beginnings, the vision that shaped the church, and the faithfulness of God through 38 years of change, challenges, and growth.

This past weekend, Rev. Vincent Joplin continued our Dear Corinth sermon series with the message "Imitators of Christ," based on 1 Corinthians 11:1. In this message, Rev. Joplin encourages us to follow the example of Jesus Christ by living with humility, commitment, and a willingness to sacrifice.

Is Memphis really getting better? In this episode of Hope NOW, we take an honest look at the future of Memphis with longtime Memphian and civic leader Mr. Dunavant. From crime and education to economic growth, poverty, faith, and the changing narrative around our city, this conversation asks an important question: What happens when we choose to believe in Memphis again?