Good Hope Church's - Cloquet Podcast

Pastor Mike Stevens

[New episodes every Saturday at 7pm] Good Hope Church of Cloquet, MN, as a spirit-filled body of believers affiliated with the MN District of the Assemblies of God is committed to connecting with God in worship and prayer. We endeavor to bring people to a real relationship with Jesus Christ. Needs of families and the community are met through people rising up by the power of God to become who they were created to be.

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Episodes

Fall 2024 Vision Series // Dreams & Goals - [LIVE]
07-10-2024
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Dreams & Goals - [LIVE]
n Part 4 of the Good Hope Vision series, Pastor Daniel Stevens focuses on the importance of dreams, goals, and kingdom strategies. He emphasizes that while the mission from Matthew 28:18-20 and Mark 12:28-31 remains constant, the strategies must evolve. Pastor Daniel encourages empowering believers to take action by giving them meaningful tasks, investing in ministries that resonate with them, and supporting multi-site ministries, like those at Good Hope Church. He underscores the need for collective efforts, drawing from Exodus 17:8-13, where Moses, Aaron, and Hur work together to help Joshua win the battle—showing that everyone plays a role in advancing God’s Kingdom.Pastor Daniel challenges listeners to set both faith-based outcome goals (e.g., being a better father, helping others find Christ) and practical input goals (e.g., daily prayer, intentional acts of love). He likens this to abiding in Christ as seen in John 15:5, where small, consistent actions lead to fruitful outcomes. The key to growth, he argues, lies in receiving more of Christ and the Holy Spirit into our lives.#GoodHopeVision #KingdomGoals #FaithInAction #EmpowermentModel #SpiritLed #AbideInChrist #PastorDanielSermon #DreamsAndGoals #KingdomInvestments #InputGoals #BetterHusband #BetterFather[ Video Version ] / [ Sermon Notes ][ Daily Devotions with Pastor Daniel ]STAY CONNECTEDDaily Devotionals with Pastor Daniel: http://goodhope.ag/devotionsSermon Podcast: https://sermons.goodhope.agInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Dreams & Goals
06-10-2024
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Dreams & Goals
In Part 4 of the Good Hope Vision series, Pastor Mike Stevens focuses on the importance of dreams, goals, and kingdom strategies. He emphasizes that while the mission from Matthew 28:18-20 and Mark 12:28-31 remains constant, the strategies must evolve. Pastor Mike encourages empowering believers to take action by giving them meaningful tasks, investing in ministries that resonate with them, and supporting multi-site ministries, like those at Good Hope Church. He underscores the need for collective efforts, drawing from Exodus 17:8-13, where Moses, Aaron, and Hur work together to help Joshua win the battle—showing that everyone plays a role in advancing God’s Kingdom.Pastor Mike challenges listeners to set both faith-based outcome goals (e.g., being a better father, helping others find Christ) and practical input goals (e.g., daily prayer, intentional acts of love). He likens this to abiding in Christ as seen in John 15:5, where small, consistent actions lead to fruitful outcomes. The key to growth, he argues, lies in receiving more of Christ and the Holy Spirit into our lives.#GoodHopeVision #KingdomGoals #FaithInAction #EmpowermentModel #SpiritLed #AbideInChrist #PastorMikeSermon #DreamsAndGoals #KingdomInvestments #InputGoals #BetterHusband #BetterFather[ Video Version ] / [ Sermon Notes ][ Daily Devotions with Pastor Daniel ]STAY CONNECTEDDaily Devotionals with Pastor Daniel: http://goodhope.ag/devotionsSermon Podcast: https://sermons.goodhope.agInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Rise Up - [LIVE]
23-09-2024
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Rise Up - [LIVE]
In this second part of the Good Hope Vision series, Pastor Daniel Stevens emphasizes the transformative power of a real relationship with God, urging believers to "Rise Up." Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:17, he explains that true faith should result in visible spiritual growth, much like how physical training leads to improvement. Just as a year at the gym without progress would be frustrating, a year walking with God without change makes no sense. Believers are called to be different, embodying Christ-like behavior daily, which not only improves their own lives but has the power to change the world.Pastor Daniel shares three key points to help followers rise into the person God created them to be: (1) See God as a Father who lovingly disciplines, (2) Be intentional about spiritual growth, and (3) Learn from life's pains and challenges. With scriptures like Ephesians 4:22-24 and James 1:2-4, he encourages listeners to shed the old self and embrace their new identity in Christ. The message closes with a call to take off negative traits such as anger and fear and put on virtues like love, grace, and faith.#RiseUp #SpiritualGrowth #Transformation #FaithJourney #GoodHopeVision #NewLifeInChrist #PowerOfGod #WalkingWithJesus[ Video Version ] / [ Sermon Notes ][ Daily Devotions with Pastor Daniel ]STAY CONNECTEDDaily Devotionals with Pastor Daniel: http://goodhope.ag/devotionsSermon Podcast: https://sermons.goodhope.agInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Rise Up
22-09-2024
Fall 2024 Vision Series // Rise Up
In this second part of the Good Hope Vision series, Pastor Mike Stevens emphasizes the transformative power of a real relationship with God, urging believers to "Rise Up." Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:17, he explains that true faith should result in visible spiritual growth, much like how physical training leads to improvement. Just as a year at the gym without progress would be frustrating, a year walking with God without change makes no sense. Believers are called to be different, embodying Christ-like behavior daily, which not only improves their own lives but has the power to change the world.Pastor Mike shares three key points to help followers rise into the person God created them to be: (1) See God as a Father who lovingly disciplines, (2) Be intentional about spiritual growth, and (3) Learn from life's pains and challenges. With scriptures like Ephesians 4:22-24 and James 1:2-4, he encourages listeners to shed the old self and embrace their new identity in Christ. The message closes with a call to take off negative traits such as anger and fear and put on virtues like love, grace, and faith.#RiseUp #SpiritualGrowth #Transformation #FaithJourney #GoodHopeVision #NewLifeInChrist #PowerOfGod #WalkingWithJesus[ Video Version ] / [ Sermon Notes ][ Daily Devotions with Pastor Daniel ]STAY CONNECTEDDaily Devotionals with Pastor Daniel: http://goodhope.ag/devotionsSermon Podcast: https://sermons.goodhope.agInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn
Spirit Led Life // Part 8: Prosperity - [LIVE]
19-08-2024
Spirit Led Life // Part 8: Prosperity - [LIVE]
In his sermon "The Spirit Led Life – Part 8: Prosperity," Pastor Daniel Stevens discusses an alternative to a life driven by selfish pleasure or dead religion, presenting the "Spirit-led life" as the "third option." Referencing Mark 8:35 and the story of the Rich Young Man from Mark 10:24-31, Pastor Stevens highlights the balance between living for this life and the next. He emphasizes that while sacrifice is necessary, serving Jesus offers profound benefits in the present, including fulfillment and a sense of community.Pastor Daniel also explores the concept of prosperity, discussing the importance of laying down material possessions and embracing a life of faith, as exemplified by Hebrews 11:6. He speaks to the current generation's quest for purpose, noting that material indulgence doesn't equate to happiness. Concluding with 1 Timothy 6:6-12, Pastor Daniel invites the audience to embark on the adventure of a devoted life for Christ, finding joy and purpose in the present while anticipating eternal rewards.#SpiritLedLife #ProsperityInFaith #LifeWithPurpose #FaithAdventure #SacrificeAndReward #LivingForChrist #PresentAndEternal #ChristianCommunity #GospelPromise #AdventureInFaith[ Video Version ] / [ Sermon Notes ][ Daily Devotions with Pastor Daniel ]STAY CONNECTEDDaily Devotionals with Pastor Daniel: http://goodhope.ag/devotionsSermon Podcast: https://sermons.goodhope.agInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn
Spirit Led Life // Part 8: Prosperity
18-08-2024
Spirit Led Life // Part 8: Prosperity
In his sermon "The Spirit Led Life – Part 8: Prosperity," Pastor Mike Stevens discusses an alternative to a life driven by selfish pleasure or dead religion, presenting the "Spirit-led life" as the "third option." Referencing Mark 8:35 and the story of the Rich Young Man from Mark 10:24-31, Pastor Stevens highlights the balance between living for this life and the next. He emphasizes that while sacrifice is necessary, serving Jesus offers profound benefits in the present, including fulfillment and a sense of community.Pastor Mike also explores the concept of prosperity, discussing the importance of laying down material possessions and embracing a life of faith, as exemplified by Hebrews 11:6. He speaks to the current generation's quest for purpose, noting that material indulgence doesn't equate to happiness. Concluding with 1 Timothy 6:6-12, Pastor Mike invites the audience to embark on the adventure of a devoted life for Christ, finding joy and purpose in the present while anticipating eternal rewards.#SpiritLedLife #ProsperityInFaith #LifeWithPurpose #FaithAdventure #SacrificeAndReward #LivingForChrist #PresentAndEternal #ChristianCommunity #GospelPromise #AdventureInFaith[ Video Version ] / [ Sermon Notes ][ Daily Devotions with Pastor Daniel ]STAY CONNECTEDDaily Devotionals with Pastor Daniel: http://goodhope.ag/devotionsSermon Podcast: https://sermons.goodhope.agInstagram: http://instagram.com/goodhopemnFacebook: http://fb.com/goodhopemn