As promised last week, I’d like to explain the framework of this ministry to give you a better understanding of who we are, what we do, and where we’re going in order for you to get the most out of this.

A shift is happening here and we’re excited to share with you what’s coming! Hear what God’s been up to and get a snapshot of the changes about to take place in today’s post!

My dad and stepmom were getting ready to leave for a trip, so I phoned them the night before to hear how things were coming together, to bless their time away, and remind them of my love for them. It was a good chat. Near the end of the conversation, my dad paused in contemplative silence for a moment then said, “I love you very much… Do you know how much I love you? …I love you so so much.” Tears filled my eyes. My heart hadn’t known how much I needed to hear those genuine words.

Find out where I took Michael for our tenth anniversary, and some of the highlights of our trip.

Much like everyday life, and the ebb and flow of your assignments, the space between Christmas and New Years finds you in the mix of sorrow and joy. Perhaps this year was mostly filled with joyous memories and it’s hard to think about turning the calendar to a new year and all the unknowns of the future, producing a tension between joy and anxiety of the unknowns. Or, for you it might be that this year has been more sorrowful so the thought of turning the calendar brings you a bit of joy in anticipating that things will be better. You want to hasten closer to New Year’s and you’re doing anything you can to prepare for that new day. But the reality is that you can’t hold on to the past as it will always be just that: the past. And you can’t dictate your future. Only God can.…

Have you ever prayed about something for years and received seemingly no results, but because it’s now part of your daily rhythm, you still utter the words? Your heart has grown numb to the request, but your mind still goes through the motions? Eventually, that numbness moves into other areas of your spiritual life, and it feels dry altogether? Well, there’s good news! God is still in the business of reviving hearts and lives!

Do you find it easy or challenging to make decisions? What’s your normal plan in making a difficult choice? Do you make it on the spot, ponder the outcomes for a time, follow a friend or two’s advice, see what the popular trend is, or a mix of these?

Upon asking the Lord for refreshed eyes and heart to understand the deeper truths of His divine conception, I am marveling at the Lord’s work in humble people. His direction this year in studying the Christmas story has highlighted the sacrifice and reward of being a follower of Jesus, no matter the cost. This first takes you and me to the incredible story of Joseph, Mary’s betrothed, in Matthew 1

This is a special episode for Father’s Day at Inspire Hope Podcast. We would love to know what being a father means to you? Share in the comments below. Thank you to Elvis for sharing the lessons he’s learned about parenting his sons, and how to guide them best towards their relationship with Jesus. Do you have a question or story to share with us? We’d love to hear it! Email us at in****************@gm***.com. Please share our podcast with your family and friends, and leave us a review. We greatly appreciate your support!Click the picture to listen to this episode, or go to any podcast platform and search for Inspire Hope Podcast.

What a fantastic first half of the year it has been! Here are some exciting updates of what’s been happening, what we’re up to presently, and what’s to come…