Hope

Are you looking for Jesus amid the tinsel and bows? He is here for you, but when you encounter Him, what will your response be to the God-child? These guided audio Meditations from the Manger will follow along with the Magi, Mary, Joseph, the Shepherds, and Simeon. Contemplating their thoughts, fears, and passions as they encounter the birth of the Wonderful Counselor, mighty God, everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.


Meditations From The Manger

Hope seems in short supply at the moment, and the hope we often refer to comes up short.  It can leave us hope-less. 
In this five-part devotional, Hope Reframed, we look at what scripture says about hope, and how it defines this enduring and saving quality – “now abide faith HOPE and love.” - For more of Simon's writing head to simonmcintyre.net


Hope Reframed

Grief is something we will all experience in this lifetime. The word grief is often used to describe the emotion of deep sorrow felt when someone we love has died. However, grief can also be a response to the loss of anything that has held meaning and significance in our life. So how can we find our way in our own times of grief and how can we walk as a compassionate friend alongside others who are grieving? I hope this plan may be a starting point for you as we look at some verses from the Bible and share some reflections.

Real Hope: Grief

Bestselling author of Ever Upward, Justine Brooks Froelker, invites you into a sneak peek into her forthcoming book, The Complicated Gray. In this 3-day plan, Justine guides the reader through her concept of embracing the complicated gray to awaken to life in color. Perhaps, much like Jesus did. A mental health therapist and a survivor of a failed infertility journey, she helps the reader to find their place in God’s story, even when it has not turned out how they had hoped and dreamed. 

The Complicated Gray: Perhaps, He Walked It First

Is the noise of your life ever deafening at times?  Do you seek relief from feeling lost; wandering through endless distractions?  The theme of these meditations is finding relief by ascending above the chaos.  They will help you find solace in the face of God - relief from secret hidden pain - and be quenched in the presence of God.

Finding Relief

We all get lonely at times and feel the effects of not being connected with others in meaningful ways. We want to offer you hope that this is not unique to you. God is aware of all the emotions that come with loneliness. This reading plan offers perspective on how to change and includes a means to connect with people waiting to talk about it or pray with you at [ChatAboutJesus].

Loneliness  -  Finding Hope And Connection 

Anxious thoughts can affect any of us at any time, but the Bible has plenty of wisdom to help us find strength and hope. Based on UCB's new daily devotional app for kids, UCB Spark, these devotions are designed to help children (aged around 10-12) personally connect with God's Word and find a place of peace with Him.


Dealing With Anxious Thoughts

Do you ever find yourself wanting a place to feel safe?  To be patient as you dwell in the presence of God?  Filled with His peace?  These guided audio meditations will help first empty you of the false hope and the “easy promises” the world offers. Followed by two meditations to help you patiently listen for His voice and wait on His guidance.


Being Patient in His Presence

Amos is often called a prophet of doom. When you begin to read his prophecy, it doesn’t take long to realize that nickname fits. On the surface, his prophecy doesn’t sound like a happy formula for the good life. However, every condemnation he gives serves as an invitation, a cry for us to “seek God and live” (Amos 5:4). This kind of living will bring us peace and true prosperity. 