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At Hope City Church, we’re passionate about helping you live out your Christian faith with purpose. Recorded in Edmonton, Alberta, our podcast shares Bible-based teachings and practical messages to encourage you to love God, grow in Christ, and find true hope in everyday life. Whether you're seeking spiritual growth or looking for hope and encouragement, join us for meaningful conversations that inspire faith and provide real-life applications of the gospel.

We all want our lives to matter. But when everything is said and done, what kind of impact will we leave behind?In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Phil looks at four legacies that stand the test of time: faith, prayer, blessing, and grace. Whether you’re a parent or not, this message reminds us that the greatest influence we have isn’t what we achieve, but who we become and how we impact others.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

In this message, Pastor Paul Drader explores Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 24 and the lesson of the fig tree. While many people focus on predicting when Jesus will return, Jesus calls us to something different: living ready today.As we look at His words, we’re reminded that faith isn’t about fear or speculation. It’s about staying awake spiritually, trusting Jesus, and making the most of the time we’ve been given.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

What is Jesus actually coming back for?In this message, Pastor Ken walks through Jesus’ words in Matthew 24 and reminds us that His return is not meant to create fear, but hope. As we wait, we’re invited to live with anticipation, stay faithful, and remember that Jesus is coming back for His people.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

The future can feel uncertain, especially when we read what Jesus says about the end times. In this message, Pastor Phil walks through Matthew 24 and explains what the Bible teaches about the Tribulation, God’s judgment, and Christ’s return.More importantly, we’re reminded that Jesus didn’t give these teachings to create fear. He gave them to help us stand firm. No matter what the future holds, our hope is found in Christ, the solid foundation that never moves.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

The world feels unstable, people are anxious, and questions about the future seem louder than ever. In this message, Pastor Phil begins our new series “Ready for His Return” by walking through Matthew 24 and what Jesus actually said about the end times.This message reminds us that Jesus never called His followers to panic, but to stay faithful. As culture shifts and pressure increases, we’re challenged to stay rooted in truth, keep our love for God strong, and live with confidence in Christ.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

This week, Pastor Matt Baker wraps up our series The Non-Negotiables with a message on the Final Judgment. It’s a topic many people avoid, but Jesus spoke clearly about eternity, accountability, and the hope we can have through Him.This message reminds us that our lives matter, our choices matter, and that God invites every person to know Him before it’s too late. Whether you’ve followed Jesus for years or you’re still figuring out what you believe, this message challenges us to live ready, live faithfully, and live with urgency. Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

Some seasons leave you exhausted. Mentally, physically, spiritually. In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Ken walks through the story of the widow and the oil in 2 Kings 4 and reminds us that God meets people who are running on empty.Whether you feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or like you have nothing left to give, this message points to a God who still provides, still restores, and still works through ordinary faith and simple obedience.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

What is the church really supposed to be? It’s easy to think of it as a building or a weekly gathering, but this message challenges that idea. Pastor Paul walks through three non-negotiables that define the church and how we’re meant to live it out every day.We’re reminded that following Jesus isn’t just personal. It’s about our relationship with God, our connection with others, and how we reach people outside the faith. This message helps reframe what church actually looks like in real life.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

We’ve all tried to fix things on our own, and often it just makes things worse. This message looks at the deeper issue behind that struggle and why self-improvement isn’t enough to deal with sin and brokenness.As we walk through Scripture, we’re reminded that salvation isn’t something we earn or figure out. It’s something Jesus has already done for us. This message helps us understand why Jesus is the only one who can truly save and what it means to trust Him with our lives. Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!

The Trinity can feel confusing, even intimidating. One God in three persons? It’s easy to dismiss or avoid. But what if this isn’t something to be avoided, but actually the core of who God is?In this message, Pastor Ken walks through what the Bible reveals about the Trinity and why it matters for your everyday life. At the centre of it all is something deeply personal: God is love, and through Jesus, you’re invited into that relationship.Send us Fan Mail🙌 Connect with Us:New? - hopecity.ca/newStay Connected - hopecity.ca/weeklyFollowing Jesus - hopecity.ca/lifeGiving - hopecity.ca/giveFollow us on Instagram: @HopeCityYEGVisit our Website: hopecity.caFollow us on TikTok: @HopeCityYEGFind other ways to listen to the podcast: hopecity.ca/podcast🙏 Need Prayer?Please leave a comment or reach out to us directly—we’re here for you!