Steps of Hope

Ryan Vanderford
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Whether you’re listening in your car, on a walk, during a quiet moment at home, or in the middle of a busy day, thank you for taking this step with us. That’s really what this podcast is all about… taking steps. Not giant leaps. Not having everything figured out. Just faithful steps, one at a time toward hope. The Bible tells us in Psalm 119:105, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Notice what Scripture says, it’s a lamp for your feet, not a floodlight for the entire road. God often gives us just enough light for the next step. And that’s where the name Steps of Hope comes from. This podcast exists for people who are walking through real life, real pressure, real questions, real faith journeys and who are looking for direction, encouragement, and grounding in the Word of God.

Episodes

  1. Jan 18

    Sermon Recap: Year of Harvest

    This Is Our Year of Harvest | Sermon Recap – Steps of Hope What if the season you’ve been waiting for is already here? In this Sermon Recap episode of Steps of Hope, we unpack the prophetic declaration “This Is Our Year of Harvest” and bring Sunday’s message into practical, everyday application. Based on Jesus’ words in John 4:35, this episode challenges us to lift our eyes, discern the season we’re in, and step into faithful obedience without delay. You’ll be encouraged to: Recognize when God is shifting seasons Stay faithful in the field even when weariness sets in Prepare your heart, hands, and home for an increase Understand that harvest is not just a blessing, but a responsibility This episode includes reflection questions, weekly challenges, and a powerful reminder that God often leaves “handfuls on purpose”, unexpected favor, provision, and purpose along the way. If you’ve been praying, sowing, and believing, this episode will strengthen your faith and help you walk confidently into what God has already declared. This is not just another week. This is your year of harvest. Listen, reflect, and take your next step of hope.

    Sermon Recap: Year of Harvest

  2. Jan 11

    Sermon Recap: Now Means Now

    NOW Means NOW What if the moment you’ve been waiting for… is already here? In this powerful episode of the Steps of Hope Podcast, we recap the sermon “NOW Means NOW”, anchored in 2 Corinthians 6:2—“Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.” This isn’t a message about someday faith or delayed obedience. It’s a call to respond right now. Drawing from the Miracle on Ice, the midnight praise of Paul and Silas, and the bold worship strategy of Jehoshaphat, this episode challenges listeners to stop hesitating and start moving. You’ll be reminded that God’s grace is not on delay, His mercy is not back-ordered, and His power is available in this present moment. In this episode, we explore: Why prayer under pressure unlocks divine movement How praise before the proof confuses the enemy and releases God’s power Why the Kingdom of God is meant to be demonstrated, not just declared You’ll also hear practical challenges, discussion questions, and a clear Steps of Hope action challenge to help you turn faith into movement this week. If you’ve been waiting for the right time, the right feeling, or the right season this episode is for you. Now means now. Don’t delay. Take the step.

    Sermon Recap: Now Means Now

  3. Jan 4

    Sermon Recap: The Challenges of 2026

    In this message, The 2026 Challenge, we are reminded that 2026 is not just another calendar year it is a threshold moment. A year that will bring challenges in different seasons and forms, but not a single challenge we will face alone. God has already attached promises to every challenge ahead. This sermon anchors us in the confidence of God’s Word, declaring that no weapon formed against us will prosper, that we are more than conquerors, and that every promise of God is still yes and amen. Walls will fall, chains will break, doors will open, and miracles will not be occasional; they will be the norm. The heart of the message centers on this truth: God is not forming an informed crowd He is forming a consecrated people. Information alone does not transform; formation does. As we step into 2026, the question is not what do we know, but who are we becoming. Using the repeated biblical theme of Chapter 20, Verse 26, this message calls the Church to be set apart: In holiness and identity Under authority and accountability Through worship, repentance, and correction By servant-hearted greatness In wisdom, maturity, and resurrection power With a testimony that carries eternal responsibility 2026 is asking a question of the Church: Will we be busy or built? Shallow or strong? Casual or consecrated? This episode is a call to alignment, discipleship, and commitment so that we are ready to carry what God is building for the next generation.

    Sermon Recap: The Challenges of 2026

  4. 12/29/2025

    Sermon Recap: The God of the Unexpected

    The God of the Unexpected What do you do when life doesn’t unfold the way you planned? In this episode of Steps of Hope, Pastor Ryan walks through 1 Kings 17:1–16 and reminds us that God often works outside our expectations, but never outside His purpose. From ravens bringing provision, to a brook that dries up, to a widow whose obedience turns scarcity into sustained supply, this conversation explores how to trust God’s technique, timing, and territory even in seasons of waiting, transition, or uncertainty. If you’re praying for provision, direction, or breakthrough, this episode will encourage you to stop managing God and start trusting Him again. Because when God moves, the only thing you can expect… is the unexpected.

    Sermon Recap: The God of the Unexpected

  5. Season 1 Trailer

    Introduction

    Steps of Hope is launching in 2026. This podcast is a discipleship journey through the Word of God—designed to help us walk out Scripture in real, everyday life. Each episode is focused on taking intentional steps of faith, building consistency, and allowing God’s Word to shape how we live. Throughout the year, Steps of Hope follows three simple rhythms: Weekly Journey Through Scripture Once a week, we take a step together through Scripture—reading it, reflecting on it, and applying it to everyday life. This isn’t about deep theological debate; it’s about living the Word. How Scripture shapes our thinking, our responses, our relationships, and our trust in God. Weekly Sermon Recap (5 Minutes) Each week includes a short, five-minute recap of the most recent sermon. Life gets busy, and these episodes are designed to help you revisit the heart of the message. Each recap highlights the core Scripture, the main takeaway, and one practical challenge to carry into the week. Monthly Episode for Daily Living Once a month, we slow down and focus on practical topics for daily life, all rooted in biblical truth. Conversations center on faith in stressful seasons, building healthy habits, navigating uncertainty, and growing in family, purpose, and spiritual discipline. These episodes connect God’s Word to real-world living—where faith meets Monday morning. Steps of Hope is about progress, not perfection—walking forward, one step at a time, with God’s Word lighting the way.

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About

Whether you’re listening in your car, on a walk, during a quiet moment at home, or in the middle of a busy day, thank you for taking this step with us. That’s really what this podcast is all about… taking steps. Not giant leaps. Not having everything figured out. Just faithful steps, one at a time toward hope. The Bible tells us in Psalm 119:105, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Notice what Scripture says, it’s a lamp for your feet, not a floodlight for the entire road. God often gives us just enough light for the next step. And that’s where the name Steps of Hope comes from. This podcast exists for people who are walking through real life, real pressure, real questions, real faith journeys and who are looking for direction, encouragement, and grounding in the Word of God.

Information

  • Creator
    Ryan Vanderford
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Steps of Hope