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Welcome to the Hope Valley Podcast. Check back for weekly sermons and occasional episodes of "The Extended Cut" where we dive deep into a topic or summarize a series.

  1. 3D AGO

    How To Live Forever

    This powerful Easter message invites us to move beyond simply acknowledging the resurrection as a historical event and instead tie ourselves into its transformative reality. Drawing from John 14:18-21, we explore Jesus's promise that 'because I live, you also will live'. The message challenges us to recognize that we live in a supernatural world where resurrection power isn't just something that happened once, but a present reality that can invade our darkest places. Like spending time near a banana that makes everything smell like it, when we draw close to the resurrected Christ, His nature begins to permeate our lives—His compassion, mercy, hope, and joy become ours. The resurrection proves that Jesus has authority not just over sin and sickness, but over death itself, meaning there's no debt too great, no diagnosis too final, no situation too far gone for His power to reach. We're invited to submit ourselves fully to this risen Savior, not white-knuckling our way through faith, but trusting that He holds us secure even when our own strength fails. The beauty and pain of the Christian life are paradoxically intertwined, but resurrection always follows death when we're connected to the One who is Himself the resurrection and the life.

    51 min

  2. MAR 29

    What We Get Wrong About Palm Sunday

    What would you do if you knew you only had 120 hours left? That’s the lens we’re looking through as we step into Jesus’s final days leading up to the cross. Palm Sunday isn’t just something that happened a long time ago, it’s actually a powerful picture of what it looks like to live in God’s Kingdom here and now. When Jesus rode into Jerusalem during Passover, it wasn’t random – every detail mattered. The city was packed with people picking out lambs for sacrifice, and at the very same time, Jesus – the Lamb of God – was walking in to be examined by religious leaders. You can’t miss the irony. But here’s what really hits: Jesus didn’t spend His last days trying to prove himself or build a legacy. He spent them investing in people, teaching, loving, showing His followers (and us) how to handle relationships, authority, and even suffering. At one point, He looks over the city and just weeps. He sees people not just as they are, but as they could be, and He knows many will still reject Him. That kind of love is heavy. So it raises a question for us: are we close enough to Jesus that our hearts start to break for the things that break his? Or do we just get frustrated with everything that’s wrong around us? What if God wants to turn that frustration into real compassion? There’s also a warning in Luke 19, that we can miss God showing up in our lives. And usually we don’t look for Him until things fall apart. But what if we didn’t wait for chaos? What if we chose to lean into His presence in the everyday, in the calm moments too? This isn’t about trying harder to earn anything. It’s about waking up to the reality that God is already here. The one who loves you is present right now, inviting you into something deeper, something that actually changes you.

    41 min

  3. MAR 22

    1 Kings Part 3: How To Pray For A Miracle | Pastor David Hermes

    This week we’re diving into 1 Kings 18, and it really gets at a simple but important question: where are we putting our energy when it comes to worship and life? On Mount Carmel, you’ve got this wild scene – Elijah going up against the prophets of Baal – and what you see is that not all effort is the same. The prophets of Baal are going all out trying to get a response from a god who never answers. It’s exhausting, and honestly, kind of heartbreaking. And if we’re real, we can do the same thing. Maybe not with Baal, but with comfort, success, relationships, or just wanting people to like us. We pour ourselves out, thinking if we just try harder or do more, something will finally come through for us. Then there’s Elijah. He steps up and prays a simple, honest prayer to the God who actually has power, and God shows up. It’s a pretty clear contrast. How often do we live like it’s all on us? Like we have to perform, strive, and push harder to get God to move? This passage invites us to something different. It’s about being honest with God about what’s really going on in our hearts, letting go of the pressure to prove anything, and trusting Him to do what only He can do. Because here’s the good news: we’re not people who have to bleed for our god. We follow a God whose Son bled for us so we can actually live in freedom and fullness of life.

    34 min

  4. MAR 15

    1 Kings Part 2: Resist The Drift | Pastor David Hermes

    This Sunday, we reflected on the story in 1 Kings 12:8–11 and the important lesson it teaches about the voices we choose to listen to. When King Rehoboam became ruler, the people asked him to lighten the heavy burdens that had been placed on them. He first received wise counsel from the older advisors who had served his father, encouraging him to respond with humility and compassion. However, Rehoboam rejected their advice and instead listened to the younger voices around him who urged him to rule with even greater harshness. Because he chose pride and power over wisdom and humility, his decision led to division among the people of Israel. This moment reminds us how powerful our choices can be—especially when it comes to the counsel we accept and the attitude we bring to leadership and relationships. Through this story, we’re reminded that wisdom often calls us toward humility, patience, and care for others, even when pride pushes us in the opposite direction. God invites us to seek wise guidance and to lead our lives in ways that reflect humility rather than control. Our hope is that this message encourages you to consider whose voices are shaping your decisions and to seek wisdom that leads to unity, humility, and faithfulness. We’d love for you to join us on Sundays at 9am or 11am at Industry in RiNo. We offer validated parking, awesome Kids Classes for ages 6 months through 5th grade, and a Youth Group for 6th–12th grade!

    46 min

  5. MAR 8

    1 Kings Part 1: The Test Of Success | Pastor David Hermes

    This Sunday, we reflected on the story in 1 Kings 3:3–14 and how it reminds us that what we ask for reveals what we value most. When God appeared to Solomon and invited him to ask for anything, Solomon didn’t request wealth, long life, or victory over his enemies. Instead, he humbly asked for wisdom so he could lead and serve God’s people well. God was pleased with Solomon’s request because it showed a heart focused on responsibility, humility, and a desire to honor Him. Because Solomon sought wisdom above everything else, God not only granted him extraordinary wisdom but also blessed him with riches and honor. This moment shows us that when we prioritize what matters to God, He provides in ways beyond what we could expect. Through this story, we’re reminded that God cares deeply about the posture of our hearts. He invites us to seek wisdom, discernment, and a deeper relationship with Him as we navigate the decisions and responsibilities of our lives. Our hope is that this message encourages you to seek God’s wisdom in your own life, trusting that He guides and provides for those who pursue Him with sincere hearts. We’d love for you to join us on Sundays at 9am or 11am at Industry in RiNo. We offer validated parking, awesome Kids Classes for ages 6 months through 5th grade, and a Youth Group for 6th–12th grade!

    42 min

  6. MAR 1

    Him First | Pastor Darryl Morrison

    In this powerful exploration of 2 Chronicles 20:1-4, we're confronted with a challenging truth: putting God first isn't just a Sunday morning declaration, but a daily, deliberate choice that shapes how we face every storm in life. King Jehoshaphat's story reveals something profound about our spiritual posture. When facing an overwhelming army just 25 miles away, his first response wasn't to strategize or panic, but to fear and then immediately set himself to seek the Lord. This teaches us that making Christ first must happen before the crisis arrives, not during it. The message challenges us to examine what we actually prioritize when storms hit. Do we check our bank accounts first? Do we seek validation from others? Do we turn to news channels or social media? The call here is to reset our spiritual posture, to literally reposition what we look at first each day. Fasting becomes not just about denying ourselves food, but about denying anything we love more than God so we can devote ourselves to the One we claim to love most. When we truly put Him first, we get a front-row seat to watch Him fight our battles. The question that lingers is haunting: In what situation should we be first and He be second? The answer reshapes everything about how we approach our faith journey.

    44 min

  7. FEB 22

    2 Samuel Part 3: When Silence Costs Too Much

    At Hope Valley Church in Denver, we believe the Bible speaks to real life, even the hard parts. In 2 Samuel 13:21, we see a painful moment in King David’s family. Something deeply wrong happens, David is rightly furious… and then nothing. No action. Just silence. It challenges us to ask: where are we staying quiet when we need courage? We all have “drafts” in our lives – words we haven’t said, boundaries we haven’t set, apologies we haven’t offered. Silence can come from fear, shame, exhaustion, or just wanting to keep the peace. But when problems go unaddressed, they usually grow. This isn’t about overreacting. It’s about Spirit-led courage: trusting God with the outcome and speaking truth in love when He calls us to. The good news? Our past silence doesn’t disqualify us. Because of Jesus, grace gives us a fresh start and the confidence to take our next step, not in ourselves but in God.

    39 min

  8. FEB 15

    2 Samuel Part 2 – The Undignified Path

    Join us as we step into 2 Samuel 11 – yes: David, Bathsheba, and Uriah. It’s messy and uncomfortable, and it shows us something real about the human heart. This isn’t just about adultery. It’s about how we excuse the sins we like while condemning the ones we don’t. The Bible talks about sin in a few ways: transgression (open rebellion), iniquity (that inward bent in us), and sin (missing the mark). David’s story shows how what’s brewing inside eventually shows up on the outside. We usually don’t plan to wreck our lives, we just keep choosing what feels right in the moment. The question isn’t only “Is this good or bad?” but “Is this within God’s design?” God’s boundaries aren’t random, they’re protective. When Nathan confronts David, he doesn’t hide. He humbles himself and confesses. That’s what sets him apart: not perfection, but repentance. And that’s the heart of Christianity. It’s not about being flawless; it’s about bringing our sin into the light and letting Jesus cover it. And one more reminder: when we drift from what God’s called us to and grow passive, we become vulnerable. But no matter how far we’ve wandered, grace is still on the table.

    42 min
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Welcome to the Hope Valley Podcast. Check back for weekly sermons and occasional episodes of "The Extended Cut" where we dive deep into a topic or summarize a series.

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  • Creator
    Hope Valley Church
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    143
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    © 2026 Hope Valley Church
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    Hope Valley Church - Denver