The Hope Podcast with Lina Abujamra

The Gen Z Series: (15) Does God care who my friends are?

One of the most common struggles Gen Z voices today is this: “I want godly friends, but I can’t find them.” In a culture where friendships are often shaped by convenience, social media, or shared interests, it can be hard to know what healthy, faith-shaping friendships actually look like.
But does God really care who your friends are?
In this episode, we explore what the Bible says about the influence of friendships and why the people you surround yourself with matter more than you might think. Scripture reminds us that our relationships quietly shape the direction of our lives over time. The people closest to us influence our character, our decisions, and even our faith.
If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate friendships while staying rooted in Christ, this conversation will help you think more intentionally about the people walking alongside you.
 
Helpful resources:
Lina Abujamra’s new book All Your Life
Watch the conversation on YouTube here
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The Gen Z Series: (14) How do I honor my parents if we don’t share the same faith?

For many Gen Z Christians, faith can create real tension at home. You love your parents, but sometimes they don’t understand your convictions, your choices, or your desire to follow Jesus seriously.
So what does honoring your parents actually look like when you believe differently?
In this episode, we unpack the biblical framework for honoring parents while staying faithful to Jesus. We’ll talk about the difference between respect and agreement, the limits of parental authority, and how to navigate these tensions with wisdom and grace.
This episode will encourage you to pursue both truth and love, even in complicated relationships.
 
Helpful resources:
Lina Abujamra’s new book All Your Life
Watch the conversation on YouTube here
Follow us on IG: @linaabujamra
 

The Gen Z Series: (13) How can I make a difference in my church right now?

Many believers want to follow Jesus deeply but when it comes to church, they often feel hesitant, disconnected, or overwhelmed.
Where do you even start? And does involvement really matter?
In this episode, we explore why the local church isn’t just another obligation to manage but the primary place God designed for spiritual formation. We grow through accountability, shared life, and serving one another as the body of Christ.
God has intentionally gifted every believer to strengthen and build up the church (Ephesians 4; Colossians 3). That means you have a meaningful role to play—not someday, but now.
Tune in to discover how to recognize and develop your spiritual gifts and take one simple step toward allowing God to use you to bless others and experience deeper belonging in His church.
 
Helpful resources:
Lina Abujamra’s new book All Your Life
Quiz to find out your Spiritual gifts
Watch the conversation on YouTube here
 

The Gen Z Series: (12) How do I find a healthy and relevant church?

In this episode, we talk honestly about one of the hardest and most important questions for young adults: how to find a church community that helps your faith grow and last.
We’ll explore what Scripture says about real church life and how to recognize a healthy spiritual home. Not a perfect church, but a faithful one.
If you’ve ever felt disconnected from church, unsure where to go, or hesitant to commit, this conversation will give you clarity, peace, and practical direction as you look for a community where you can follow Jesus with others.
 
Helpful resources:
Lina Abujamra’s new book All Your Life
Watch the conversation on YouTube here.

The Gen Z Series: (11) How do I overcome church hurt and trust leaders again?

What do you do when the people who taught you about Jesus let you down?
In a generation that has watched spiritual leaders fall publicly and painfully, trust doesn’t come easily. Maybe you’ve asked, Is everyone in the church a hypocrite? Or maybe you’re carrying quiet church hurt and wondering if it’s even worth going back.
 
In this episode, we talk honestly about it and turn to Scripture to see what God actually says about flawed leaders, accountability, forgiveness, wisdom, and healing.
 
The Bible reminds us:The church has always been filled with imperfect people (Romans 3:23; Acts 6; Galatians 2).Leaders are held accountable (James 3:1; Ezekiel 34).Forgiveness is hard but healing (Colossians 3:13).Wisdom matters—sometimes you stay, sometimes you leave (James 1).And ultimately, our trust belongs in God, not in human leaders (Psalm 118:8).
 
If you’ve ever struggled to trust the church again, this conversation is for you.
 
Helpful Resources:
Book: Fractured Faith
Book: All Your Life
 
Watch the conversation on YouTube here. 
 

The Gen Z Series: (10) Do I really need the church to follow Jesus?

“Do I actually need church to follow Jesus… or can I just do faith on my own?”
It’s one of the most honest, and most common, questions Gen Z is asking right now.
Maybe you’ve been hurt by church.Maybe it feels irrelevant.Maybe online sermons feel easier.Or maybe you just wonder, Is showing up even necessary?
If you love Jesus but feel unsure about the church, you’re not alone.
In this episode, my cohost and I open the Bible and look at what Jesus actually says about His plan for the church, and why faith was never meant to be lived alone. We talk about the purpose of Christian community, what the church is supposed to look like (and what it’s not), and how to take a next step toward healing and finding a healthy church home.
If you’ve ever wrestled with church, felt disappointed, or wondered where you belong, this conversation is for you.
Let’s figure it out together.
Preorder my book All Your Life here.
Watch the conversation on YouTube.
 

The Gen Z Series: (9) What is spiritual warfare and how does it affect me?

You’ve probably heard the phrase spiritual warfare before, but what does it really mean, and how does it actually show up in your life?
Because it’s not usually dramatic or obvious. More often, it looks like the quiet battles you fight every day—your thoughts, your temptations, your doubts, your identity, and the mental pressure you can’t always explain.
In this episode, we break it down in a simple, practical way. We talk about what the Bible really says about spiritual warfare, how the enemy attacks, and how to stand firm using prayer, truth, and God’s Word.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, discouraged, or spiritually worn down, this conversation will help you understand what’s happening and show you how to fight from victory, not fear.
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Preorder my book All Your Life here.
Watch the conversation on YouTube.
 
 

The Gen Z Series: (8) Why do I overthink everything?

Do you ever feel like you can’t shut off the voice in your head? In this episode, we talk honestly about overthinking, anxiety, and the constant mental noise so many of us live with.
We explore what the Bible actually says about your thought life—how your mind can be renewed, trained, and led by the Spirit rather than controlled by fear, lies, or emotions. You’ll learn why your thoughts matter, how Scripture calls us to take them captive, and what it looks like to replace lies with truth.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in your thoughts and wondered if real peace is possible, this episode is for you.
 
Resources mentioned on this podcast:
Pre-order my upcoming book now: All Your Life
Sing daily with The Worship Initiative
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