The Dirt is on the Inside

Mark 7:14-23 You have probably heard the saying, “Cleanliness is next to godliness.” Some people think it’s a quotation from the Bible! You know that God gave specific commands for hygiene in the Old Testament Law. He wanted His people to enjoy good health, and cleanliness was part of it. These commands are not just […]
The Trouble with Tradition

Mark 7:1-13 Fiddler on the Roof, a timeless classic first released in 1964, held the record for the longest-running Broadway musical for almost a decade. The story centers on the weight of choices as Tevye, a milkman in the village of Anatevka, grapples with preserving his Jewish religious and cultural traditions in the face of changing times. One of the most […]
Seeking the Kingdom of God: Part 2

Luke 12:22-34 There once was a king who had all this world could afford. But the thing he loved most was to laugh. Once while he was being entertained, a jester came along. He wanted to join in the festival and perform for the king. His opportunity came and he put on the best comical […]
Seeking the Kingdom of God: Part 1

Luke 12:22-34 There once was a king who had all this world could afford. But the thing he loved most was to laugh. Once while he was being entertained, a jester came along. He wanted to join in the festival and perform for the king. His opportunity came and he put on the best comical […]
Sent Into the Storm

Mark 6:45-56 Early in human history, people learned that sailing the oceans and seas of planet Earth was costly and dangerous. Countless lives were lost as storms, hidden shoals, and other catastrophes awaited the unsuspecting sailors. Yet despite the risks, many persisted because of the advantages of travel and the movement of goods from one […]
Does Jesus Care?

Mark 6:30-44 Reverend Frank Graeff was a pastor in Philadelphia in the late 1800s. He had a radiant personality and an ever-present smile. Because of his cheerful outlook on life and simple faith, he was nicknamed, “The Sunshine Minister.” Although Reverend Graeff’s nickname indicated a life filled with joy, he also knew heartache and spiritual […]
The Lord’s Messenger

Mark 6:14-29 As a young person, I was an avid reader. Because of that, I enjoyed the literature classes I had in school. Back then, we were assigned to read different types of classic literature. One author I remember was Edgar Allen Poe. I read one of his short stories titled “The Tell-tale Heart.” […]
Family Roles and Responsibilities

Plans for the Future
Join us today for a special discussion on the future of HOH with Anthony, Arlin, and J. Mark! Thank you for joining us today. Did you catch last week’s special episode for Father’s Day? Anthony and J. Mark hosted a discussion on fatherhood. Want to double your impact? We currently have a DOUBLE MATCH opportunity […]
Building Blocks for Fathers

Anthony High, Executive Director, and J. Mark Horst, Bible Teacher discuss fatherhood in this special episode of the Voice of Hope. Anthony: Here in the United States, we are celebrating Father’s Day. J. Mark, what’s a memory you have of your father? JMH: I’ll briefly share two. My dad loved to sing. We were dairy […]