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Hope City Church
Hosted by Hope City Church - Edmonton, AB, Canada · EN
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.
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When Everything Feels Uncertain, Stand Here | Phil Kniesel
6d ago00:32:40Tap to summarizeThe 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!
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What Jesus Said About the End of the World | Phil Kniesel
2w ago00:31:29Tap to summarizeThe 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!
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Are You Ready to Stand Before God? | Matt Baker
3w ago00:28:19Tap to summarizeThis 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!
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Running on Empty? God Still Meets You There | Ken McIntyre
4w ago00:27:28Tap to summarizeSome 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!
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Do You Really Need Church in Your Life? | Paul Malott
May 300:29:29Tap to summarizeWhat 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!
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You Can’t Fix This on Your Own | Phil Kniesel
Apr 2600:33:07Tap to summarizeWe’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!
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The Trinity… How Does That Work? | Ken McIntyre
Apr 1900:32:16Tap to summarizeThe 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!
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Can You Actually Trust the Bible? | Phil Kniesel
Apr 1200:30:56Tap to summarizeA lot of people respect the Bible, but don’t really trust it. Others have questions but don’t feel like they can ask them out loud. In this message, Pastor Phil walks through some of the biggest doubts people have about the Bible and looks at whether it actually holds up.This isn’t just about information. It’s about whether you can build your life on it. Because if the Bible is trustworthy, it doesn’t just sit on a shelf. It speaks into how you live.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!
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What's Easter ACTUALLY about? | Phil Kniesel
Apr 500:23:22Tap to summarizeEaster can feel like tradition, something we do every year without thinking much about it. But what if it’s more than that? What if it’s an invitation into something real that can actually change your life?In this message, Pastor Phil walks through the resurrection story and the people who witnessed it first. Each of them carried a different story, but all of them were changed by Jesus. This message is a reminder that no matter your past, your failures, or where you find yourself today, your story isn’t finished.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!
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How Do We Go From Praise to Rejection
Mar 2900:24:00Tap to summarizePalm Sunday starts with celebration, but ends with a hard question. How do people go from praising Jesus to rejecting Him just days later?In this message, Pastor Ruben walks through the triumphal entry in Mark 11 and shows how easy it is to want a version of Jesus that fits our expectations, while missing who He actually is. This message helps us look honestly at our own faith and invites us into a life of real surrender, not just surface-level belief.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!
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