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Hope Works

Hope Works

In a TED Talk format, Hope Works brings presenters to the stage with life lessons through a gospel lens. Women and men speak about integrity, coping with tragedy, spiritual understanding, and harnessing a bright future while embracing your uniqueness.

Hope Works

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Create Hope, Be a Mr. Jensen | Hope Works

Clint tells how a single moment changed his life from being the fidgety classmate to discovering his talent because of one teacher who saw potential. Be the one to create moments of hope, he says.

When God Delivers, He Comes with Arms Full | Hope Works

Each chooses to be victor or victim, says Ben, who suffers from a cranial face disorder. In this video, Ben tells his life story that includes being called a monster. He concludes that God delivers.

Divine by Design, Lessons Learned from Washing Hair | Hope Works

Jodi was living her dream white-picket-fence life when doctors discovered a brain tumor. In her recovery, she learned that every interaction strengthens or weakens. You are divine by design, she says.

God Delivers Us in Our Trials | Hope Works

The Lord delivers us from our trials, but more often He delivers us in our trials. During times of uncertainty, often God’s answer is comfort and peace, giving us the strength to face whatever comes our way.

Writing Your Future Self A Letter | Hope Works

Stuart Edge shares how hope works even in moments when we feel stuck. He suggests writing a letter to our future selves to allow us to reflect and feel a sense of hope that God is aware of us.

The Perfect Lie | Tiffany Webster

When Tiffany Webster was 15 years old, someone asked what she hoped her life would look like in another 15 years. She saw perfection. But as checklists grew longer and expectations grew harder to meet, Tiffany felt exhausted and broken.

A Question That Put Life in Perspective | Stephen Jones

Stephen Jones has always had a passion for performing, but when it came to providing for his growing family, he wondered if it would be enough.

Finding Hope in Broken Dreams | Liz Wiseman

Internationally renowned speaker and leadership consultant, Liz discusses how to find hope when all seems lost.

Seeing Green | Jill Thomas

Jill Thomas lost her daughter Penny in a tragic accident. Though she had heard that the death of a loved one puts faith to the test, she was not prepared for the devastation she felt.

Introduction to Cambry Kaylor

Cambry Kaylor was injured in 2005 doing what she loved, equestrian vaulting. The freak accident left her a paraplegic.

Feeling Joy in the Midst of Struggle | Abby Stephens

After suffering a paralyzing injury just a week before her wedding, Abby has learned how to use gratitude, faith, and humor to find joy in the midst of suffering.

We Aren’t God’s Only People | Samuel Hislop

Years ago, Samuel Hislop moved to Eastern Ukraine. He discovered that the Ukrainian people, who came from cultural and religious backgrounds very different from his, had much to teach him as well.

Bringing Hope | Ben Taylor

Ben Taylor tells of how he listened to his heart and turned the efforts of a scam artist into a chance to help a whole village.

Spiritual Beings and the Human Experience | Matt Townsend

Before Matt Townsend built his own successful relationship coaching practice, he was labeled “the jam bomber” and “loin boy” as a preteen. How do labels change our perceptions of ourselves? Who are we really?

Answer the Call Abe Mills

A former member of the boy band Jericho Road, Abe tells the incredible story of how listening to the Lord's voice has taken his family on an incredible journey

Peace With a Lion David Lindes

David spent many years finding and learning to forgive his father who abandoned his family when he was an infant.

Bringing About Change Through the Power of Integrity Yeah Samake

A social entrepreneur and politician, Samake explains how honesty and integrity are still the keys to changing society.

Living Beyond “What If?” | Cambry Kaylor

Cambry Kaylor was a promising equestrian vaulter with dreams of competing internationally. At age 18 she suffered an accident while vaulting, leaving her a paraplegic, but that didn’t stop her from achieving her dreams.

Lessons in Love Holly Richardson

Holly and her husband adopted 25 children from all over the world. Her message is that with the Lord's help, we can open our hearts and provide a home for the Lord's special children.

Navigating Grief: The Power of Connection—Hope Works

Ally shares how connection with Deity, with your true self, with your family and friends, and with your community can spark hope.

The Ultimate Bucket List—Hope Works

Noelle created an ultimate bucket list that helps her look forward to the future. She offers advice on how to push your fears aside by trying new things.

Push Forward in Life: A Survivor’s Story—Hope Works

Brandon says life is not always beautiful, but the outcomes can be if you simply turn around and push forward.

Is There Still Hope for Me?—Hope Works

Darla believes our differences don’t make us broken—they make us powerful.

Finding Strength in Jesus Christ—Hope Works

Somewhere in your history, Yahosh believes, someone gave up something great for you. But you will always have someone who gave His life for you.

Mourn with Those That Mourn—Hope Works

There are times to sit with someone, listen to them, and validate what they are feeling rather than give advice or resources. It’s more helpful to mourn with than for someone.

Turning to God: Lessons from Falling—Hope Works

MaKenna reminds you that it’s not the low moments that define you, but how you move forward.

Using Your Trials to Help Others—Hope Works

Pain and grief can be unspeakable. Because Molly had the courage to speak, she felt seen and heard. Pain is a powerful connector. Talking about it allows others to share their pain.

Seeking God after the 2010 Haiti Earthquake—Hope Works

The decision to do good, to make a difference, and to give something takes seconds. Marj encourages you to take only a few seconds to make a difference in someone else’s life.

Losing My Sister to Suicide—Hope Works

Ganel-Lyn shares the gut-wrenching story of her sister Meg’s suicide. She provides advice for those left behind and a message of hope to those contemplating suicide.