Hope Talks
Have you ever hoped for something, but it didn’t happen? Did you hope for the wrong thing? Was God not faithful? What is hope? How does it work? And why does having hope matter so much to our well-being? Join Hope Talks each week to dive into everyday life topics and receive practical, biblical guidance to grow in your faith, hope, and love for the Lord, others, and yourself. With decades of experience in counseling, writing, training, and serving in ministry … Haley and Dustin will share with you what the Bible says about real life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit. So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything. Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
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In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Dana K. White, author of Jesus Doesn’t Care About Your Messy House and host of the popular podcast A Slob Comes Clean.
Dana shares her hope story of how the Lord helped her navigate an ongoing struggle with a messy house. They discuss the emotional impact that clutter and disorganization have on so many people and common misconceptions about cleaning and spirituality, such as “cleanliness is next to godliness.”
Dana provides helpful tips for managing clutter, but more so, she shares how Jesus gives us grace and sets us free from guilt, shame, and lies about “not having it all together.”
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(00:00) Finding Hope in Messy Homes
(11:27) Shifting From Shame to Empowerment
(22:16) The Emotional Side of Clutter
(26:40) Reframing Clutter With Compassion
(39:53) Finding Freedom in Faith and Routines
(53:45) Starting Small
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Dana K. White resources
Learn more about Dana K. White: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/
Get Dana’s new book, Jesus Doesn’t Care About Your Messy House: https://tinyurl.com/mxx94shw
Check out Dana’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DanaKWhite
Listen to Dana’s podcast, A Slob Comes Clean.
On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-slob-comes-clean/id703720000
On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gNL8WirdxSt9JaVwEL5EX
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Hope for the Heart Resources
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON
Learn about our summer event on Mental Health and the Church: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/mental-health-and-the-church
Sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Matthew 15:1-3 — “Then some Pharisees and teachers of the law came to Jesus from Jerusalem and asked, “Why do your disciples break the tradition of the elders? They don’t wash their hands before they eat!” Jesus replied, “And why do you break the command of God for the sake of your tradition?”
1 Corinthians 14:23 – “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace—as in all the congregations of the Lord’s people.”
2 Corinthians 4:7 – “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 – “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
The Bible says, “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story” (Psalm 107:2)
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss the importance of sharing your testimony or “hope story.” They share what the Bible says about personal testimonies, the impact they can have, and common barriers to overcome when sharing your story. They also provide practical tips and a helpful framework (i.e., a timeline) on how to craft and share your hope story.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means
everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(05:31) Connecting Personal Testimonies With God's Story
(08:02) Building Relationships Through Sharing Stories
(17:34) Healing Through Testimony and Forgiveness
(20:26) Testifying Through Stories in Scripture
(23:53) The Power of Humble Testimony
(26:52) 20-Year Class Reunion Reflections
(36:24) Sharing Your Story With God's Guidance
(44:15) Reflections on Divine Providence (
(48:45) Connecting Life Stories With God's Word
(54:45) Sharing Personal Timelines in Relationships
Hope for the Heart resources
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON
Learn about our summer event on Mental Health and the Church: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/mental-health-and-the-church
Sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Psalm 40:10: “I do not hide your righteousness in my heart; I speak of your faithfulness and your saving help. I do not conceal your love and your faithfulness from the great assembly.”
Psalm 66:16: “Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what he has done for my soul.”
Psalm 107:2 -- “Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story.”
Psalm 107:2 (NLT): “Has the LORD redeemed you? Then speak out!”
Mark 5:18-20: “As Jesus was getting into the boat, the man who had been demon-possessed begged to go with him. Jesus did not let him but said, “Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you and how he has had mercy on you.” So the man went away and began to tell in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him. And all the people were amazed.”
John 4:39-42: “Many Samaritans from the village believed in Jesus because the woman had said, “He told me everything I ever did!” When they came out to see him, they begged him to stay in their village. So he stayed for two days, long enough for many more to hear his message and believe. Then they said to the woman, “Now we believe, not just because of what you told us, but because we have heard him ourselves. Now we know that he is indeed the Savior of the world.”
2 Corinthians 11:23: “Are they servants of Christ? I am a better one—I am talking like a madman—with far greater labors, far more imprisonments, with countless beatings, and often near death.”
Galatians 1:23-24: All they knew was that people were saying, “The one who used to persecute us is now preaching the very faith he tried to destroy!” And they praised God because of me.
Philippians 1:12-14: “And I want you to know, my dear brothers and sisters, that everything that has happened to me here has helped to spread the Good News. Everyone here, including the whole palace guard, knows that I am in chains because of Christ. And because of my imprisonment, most of the believers here have gained confidence and boldly speak God’s message without fear.”
1 Timothy 1:16: “But God had mercy on me so that Christ Jesus could use me as a prime example of his great patience with even the worst sinners. Then others will realize that they, too, can believe in him and receive eternal life.”
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Faith Eury Cho, author of Experiencing Friendship with God and Deepen Your Friendship with God, a new devotional.
Faith shares her hope story of how the Lord was faithful to provide for her and her family when they planted a church in the midst of the 2020 pandemic. It’s an encouraging story of God’s faithfulness and nearness during seasons of hardship and confusion. We also discuss what it means to be friends with the Lord, common obstacles to experiencing closeness with God, and how to deepen our friendship with Jesus.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(03:21) Overcoming Challenges Through Faith and Prayer
(07:25) Building Faith Through Adversity
(11:53) Authentic Friendship With God
(16:56) Friendship With God in Scripture
(20:17) Friendship as Modeled by Jesus
(25:57) Understanding God as Our Friend
(31:17) Unveiling the Mystery of Friendship
(36:35) Faith in Face of Death
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about Faith Eury Cho: https://www.faitheurycho.com/
Get Faith’s new devotional, Deepen Your Friendship with God: https://tinyurl.com/32s3xj4u
Get Faith’s book, Experiencing Friendship with God: https://tinyurl.com/3b6zae5n
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Hope for the Heart resources
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON
Learn about our summer event on Mental Health and the Church: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/mental-health-and-the-church
Sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Exodus 33:11 – “The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend.”
Psalm 25:14 – “The friendship of the LORD is for those who fear him, and he makes known to them his covenant.”
John 15:15 – “I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.”
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Do you have a hard time being content? At the heart of discontentment, envy, and jealousy are often at work.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss what the Bible says about envy and jealousy. They explore the difference between the two, common signs of envy and jealousy and the impact these emotions can have in our lives. With biblical insights and practical steps, they share how to overcome these damaging emotions and find true, lasting contentment in Christ.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means
everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more :
(03:17) Exploring Jealousy in Religious Context
(06:09) Scripture as a Guide and Guardrails
(14:57) Understanding Envy and Jealousy
(22:28) Idolizing Success and Happiness
(30:13) Balancing Others' Expectations and Self-Worth
(33:58) Overcoming Temptation and Gratitude
(43:04) When Jealousy Is a Good Thing
(51:43) Self-Reflection and Music for Emotional Healing
Hope for the Heart resources:
Book on Envy & Jealousy: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/envy-jealousy
Video course on Envy & Jealousy: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/envy-jealousy-video-course
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode:
Genesis 3; 4 :1-8: Adam and Eve; Cain & Abel stories
Exodus 20:4-5: “You shall not make for yourself an image in the form of anything in heaven above or on the earth beneath or in the waters below. You shall not bow down to them or worship them, for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God.
Exodus 20:17 -- “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house. You shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.”
Proverbs 14:30: “A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot.”
Proverbs 23:17: “Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the LORD.”
Mark 7:21-23: For it is from within, out of a person’s heart, that evil thought come—sexual immorality, theft, murder, 22adultery, greed, malice, deceit, lewdness, envy, slander, arrogance, and folly. 23 All these evils come from inside and defile a person.”
Romans 12:15: Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.”
2 Corinthians 11:21: “I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy.”
Galatians 5:19-21: “The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions, and envy …”
Philippians 4:11-13: I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need and what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well-fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him, who gives me strength.
James 3:16: “For where envy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice.”
Hebrews 13:5: “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’”
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Following last week’s episode with Jamie Winship, Haley and Dustin share a few thoughts on how finding your God-given purpose can feel inspiring … and often intimidating.
For some, finding their purpose happens in a moment with clarity and certainty. For many, it happens gradually over time with setbacks, questions, and ongoing discovery. Trying to answer, “Why am I here? What is my purpose?” can feel overwhelming.
That’s why for this episode, we want to replay our discussion on finding your purpose in life. In this conversation from episode 7, Haley and Dustin break down the difference between purpose and calling, along with common setbacks and misconceptions we face when finding our purpose.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more
(07:25) Purpose in Creation and Scripture
(13:26) Purpose and Calling in Faith
(22:02) Discovering Our Calling Through Trials
(28:40) Infusing Your Work With Purpose
(32:11) The Purpose of Life
(34:53) God's Purpose Through Trials and Age
(39:39) Purity of Intimacy With God
Hope for the Heart resources
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Isaiah 43:6-7 – “Bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the ends of the earth— everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.”
Jeremiah 1:5 – “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”
John 15:16 – “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit – fruit that will last – and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.”
John 21:21-22 – “When Peter saw him, he asked, ‘Lord, what about him?’ Jesus answered, ‘If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? You must follow me.’”
John 21:25 – “Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written.”
Acts 13:36 – “Now when David had served God’s purpose in his own generation, he fell asleep; he was buried with his ancestors and his body decayed.”
Romans 1:6 – “And you also are among those Gentiles who are called to belong to Jesus Christ.”
Colossians 1:16 – “For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.”
Colossians 3:23-24 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Jamie Winship, author of Living Fearless. Jamie is a former police officer, conflict resolution expert, coach, consultant, and speaker – helping people overcome fear, find their identity in Christ, and live out their God-given purpose.
Jamie shares his hope story of how God called him to become a police officer at a young age and how God put people in his life that modeled what it means to have your identity firmly rooted in Christ. Jamie also shares encouraging stories and biblical insights on identity, overcoming fear, and living out our God-given purpose.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more
(19:29) Recognizing Emotional Experiences of God
(28:03) God's Invitation, Not Obligation
(37:44) Understanding God's Calling and Grace
(47:14) Choosing Careers and Colleges With Self-Understanding
(51:42) Moses, Elijah, and Jesus' Eternal Hope
(54:37) Seeking God's Healing and Growth
(58:53) Steps to Transformation With Christ
(01:01:47) Divine Love and Guidance Through Prayer
Jamie Winship resources :
Learn more about Jamie Winship: https://www.identityexchange.com/
Get Jamie’ book, Living Fearless: Exchanging the Lies of the World for the Liberating Truth of God -- https://tinyurl.com/49v73cn9
Hope for the Heart resources:
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here:
https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Judges 6:12 – “And the angel of the LORD appeared to him [Gideon] and said to him, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.”
Psalm 8:4-5 – “What is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them? You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.”
Psalm 139:7-8 – “Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.”
Psalm 139:13 – “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.”
Habakkuk 2:2 -- Then the LORD replied: “Write down the revelation and make it plain on tablets so that a herald may run with it.”
Mark 1:17 – “And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.”
Mark 9:7 – “Then a cloud appeared and covered them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love.
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Abuse can make you feel powerless, worthless, and hopeless. But healing is available in Christ.
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss the impact abuse can have on a person and how God can heal us from past pain. With vulnerability and compassion, they share stories and walk through some practical, biblical steps we can take to move toward healing and recovery.
Listen now – it’s such an encouraging story and conversation on addiction, recovery, and the hope we have in Christ.Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more
(05:07) Understanding the Impact of Abuse (13:57) Recovery From Past Abuse and Mistreatment (20:25) Healing From Childhood Trauma(22:05) Understanding & Addressing Personal Responsibility(26:14) Processing Childhood Realizations and Forgiveness (30:29) Steps to Healing From Past Trauma (38:42) Integrating Recovery Into Daily Life
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Abuse Recovery hotlines & resourcesNational Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. Visit www.thehotline.org Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741. Visit www.crisistextline.org RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Call 800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit www.rainn.org Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: Call or text 800-4-A-CHILD (800-422-4453). Visit www.childhelp.org SAMHSA’s National Helpline (Substance Use and Mental Health): Call 800-662-HELP (4357). Visit www.samhsa.gov
Hope for the Heart resources:
Abuse Recovery book: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/abuse-recovery
Abuse Recovery video course: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/store/product/abuse-recovery-video-course
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/ Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/ Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Psalm 145:8 – “The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love.” Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Matthew 8:14-15 – “When Jesus came into Peter’s house, he saw Peter’s mother-in-law lying in bed with a fever. He touched her hand, and the fever left her. She got up and began to wait for him.” Mark 5:21-43 – The story of Jesus raising Jairus’ daughter from the dead.
Romans 8:38-39 – “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with author and speaker Jon Seidl, who writes on issues of faith, mental health, addiction, messy sanctification, and radical vulnerability.
Jon shares his hope story and how the Lord led him to sobriety after a difficult season of struggling with alcohol addiction. Jon speaks candidly about his experience and shares the lessons he’s been learning as he finishes up his upcoming book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free (available October 2025).
Listen now – it’s such an encouraging story and conversation on addiction, recovery, and the hope we have in Christ.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in (04:45) The Impact of True Vulnerability
(07:31) Managing Expectations in Writing and Publishing
(15:01) Late Night Beach Bathroom Dilemma
(20:32) Overcoming Alcoholism and Finding Hope
(30:01) God's Unhindered Guidance and Love
(38:02) Challenges of Church Expectations
(43:57) Unwavering Faith in Times of Loss
(47:16) Embracing Vulnerability in Spiritual Growth
(52:55) Personal Tragedy and Self-Reflection
(57:01) Embracing Vulnerability Through Tattoos
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Helpful links and resources
Learn more about Jon Seidl: https://www.jonseidl.com/
Check out Jon’s blog, The Veritas Daily: https://jonseidl.substack.com/
Get Jon’s book, Finding Rest: A Survivor’s Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life -- https://www.jonseidl.com/finding-rest-book
Connect with Jon on social:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathonseidl
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonseidl/
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Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
1 Chronicles 21:27-22:1 – “Then the Lord spoke to the angel, and he put his sword back into its sheath. At that time, when David saw that the Lord had answered him on the threshing floor of Araunah the Jebusite, he offered sacrifices there. The tabernacle of the Lord, which Moses had made in the wilderness, and the altar of burnt offering were at that time on the high place at Gibeon. But David could not go before it to inquire of God, because he was afraid of the sword of the angel of the Lord. Then David said, “Here shall be the house of the Lord God and here the altar of burnt offering for Israel.”
Exodus 16:4 – “Then the LORD said to Moses, ‘I will rain down bread from heaven for you. The people are to go out each day and gather enough for that day. In this way I will test them and see whether they will follow my instructions.’”
Mark 2:17 – “On hearing this, Jesus said to them, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”
John 6:35 – “Then Jesus declared, ‘I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.’”
2 Corinthians 12:9 – “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Time – we spend it. We waste it. We lose track of it. Yet, we never seem to have enough of it. How are we to manage our time?
In this episode, Haley and Dustin discuss what the Bible says about time management. They explore roadblocks to effective time management and how we manage our time can reveal deeper emotional and spiritual issues. This is a practical and encouraging conversation that can help you identify areas of growth – whether you need to be more diligent with your time, more flexible, or more willing to take a break and rest.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in :
(03:13) Cultural Pressure for Productivity
(04:32) Time Management and Biblical Perspective
(11:43) Concept of Time and Productivity
(15:12) Time Management and Emotional Insight
(24:16) Questioning Time-Saving Hacks
(31:32) Finding Balance in Rest and Work
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Helpful links and resources
Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
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Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Ecclesiastes 3:1 - “There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
Psalm 39:4-5 – “LORD, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Remind me that my days are numbered—how fleeting my life is. You have made my life no longer than the width of my hand. My entire lifetime is just a moment to you; at best, each of us is but a breath.”
Psalm 90:12 - “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
Proverbs 16:9 - “In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Luke 10:41-42 – “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. f Mary has chosen what is better, it will not be taken away from her.”
Ephesians 5:15-16 - “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.”
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
In this episode, Haley and Dustin are joined by Dr. Curt Thompson. He is a Christian psychiatrist, speaker, host of the Being Known podcast, and author of numerous books, including The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope.
Dr. Thompson shares his story of hope and how the close relationships in his life have helped cultivate his hope in the Lord. He also shares how hope is not just something we “have” in Christ but something we “form” by embracing our suffering, sharing our story, and allowing ourselves to be loved by God and others.
Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.
Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.
Listen in to learn more:
(10:41) Concept of Hope and Salvation
(14:14) The Importance of Community in Hope
(18:29) Hope in Grief and Longing
(22:16) Finding Hope in the Real World
(28:21) Memory and Anticipated Future Encoding
(32:44) Hope Formation Through Community and Embodiment
(36:08) Forming Hope Through Love and Story
(50:34) Suffering and Hope in Following Christ
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Helpful links and resources
Listen to Being Known, Curt Thompson’s podcast --
--On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-known-podcast/id1556261828
--On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6JO8BOyMi2eAcwilfHBPho
--On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeingKnownPodcast
Learn more about Dr. Curt Thompson:
–Website: https://curtthompsonmd.com/
–Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curtthompsonmd/
–The Center for Being Known: https://www.thecbk.org/
Get Dr. Curt Thompson’s book, The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope -- https://tinyurl.com/tzv8yt9y
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Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart
Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/
Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/
Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night
God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/
Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks
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Bible verses mentioned in this episode
Psalm 130:7 – “Put your hope in the LORD, for with the LORD is unfailing love and with him is full redemption.”
Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
John 16:33 (NKJV) – “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.”
Acts 9:10-19 – The story of Paul and Ananias
Romans 5:1-5 – “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings because we know that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance, character, and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”
Hebrews 6:19 – “We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.”