The Hope Podcast with Lina Abujamra

Acts 28 – Upside down ending – Part 1 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

Acts 28 describes the final chapter of Paul’s journey to Rome after his arrest. Following a shipwreck, Paul and his companions land first on the island of Malta and then finally in Rome where he is placed under house arrest but given some freedom to receive visitors.
Paul spends the next two years in Rome, preaching about the Kingdom of God and teaching about Jesus with boldness and without hindrance. This chapter highlights God’s protection over Paul, the spread of the gospel in the midst of uncomfortable circumstances, and the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring Paul to Rome. Take a listen!
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 27 – Upside down leadership – Part 2 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

Today, we continue our study of Acts 27, where we follow Paul's journey toward Rome and witness the shipwreck that befalls him and his companions. Despite the raging storm and impending disaster, Paul remains calm and unwavering in his faith. His steadfast trust in God not only sustains him but also inspires hope in those around him.
As we explore this passage, we see six key characteristics of a godly leader that Paul exemplifies:
Godly leaders respect their authority
Godly leaders know who they are
Godly leaders have great confidence
Godly leaders overcome their fears
Godly leaders take initiative
Godly leaders have vision
 
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 27 – Upside down leadership – Part 1 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

A crisis reveals the true character of a person and Acts 27 offers a powerful example of this in Paul’s life. In the face of yet another life-threatening situation—being shipwrecked on his journey to Rome—Paul's unwavering faith and leadership shine through.
In today’s episode, we’ll dive into this remarkable story of deliverance and learn from Paul the characteristics of a godly leader.
 
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 26 – Hope in the promise – Part 2 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

Paul never tires of telling his conversion story, and God never tires of using it to impact others.
Today we’re wrapping up Acts 26 where Paul shares before King Agrippa, Governor Festus, and other officials his testimony and the reasons behind his unshakable confidence in God’s promises.
Here are six key insights we can draw from this passage:
We hope in the promise because of the one who made the promise.
We hope in the promise because of the testimony of others.
We hope in the promise because Jesus is risen.
We hope in the promise because of how we have changed.
We hope in the promise because we obey.
We hope in the promise because God can do anything.
 
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 26 – Hope in the promise – Part 1 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

In today's episode, we’re diving into Acts 26, where Paul says, “And now I stand here on trial because of my hope in the promise made by God to our fathers…” (Acts 26:6).
How was Paul able to stay hopeful, even when faced with incredibly challenging and uncomfortable circumstances? Let’s unpack the reasons behind his unshakable confidence in God’s promises and how that hope sustained him through trials.
 
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 24-25 – Indestructible spirit – Part 2 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

Today we wrap up our study of Acts 25 on how to cultivate an indestructible spirit like Paul’s.
Here are a few key takeaways from the teaching:
You develop an indestructible spirit when you believe God no matter what.
You develop an indestructible spirit when your talk and your walk are consistent.
You develop an indestructible spirit when you rest your hope in the truth (of God’s word).
You develop an indestructible spirit when you understand the true nature of the battle.
You develop an indestructible spirit when you set your eyes on a higher prize.
You develop an indestructible spirit when others are depending on how you live.
 
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 24-25 – Indestructible spirit – Part 1 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

In Acts 24, Paul is brought before the Roman governor, Felix, to face accusations from Jewish leaders. Nobody likes to be falsely accused. But Paul saw in it an opportunity to tell everyone listening about Jesus. The more we know Paul the more we see God’s indestructible Spirit in him!
In today’s podcast we will look at how to develop an indestructible spirit through life’s difficult circumstances that are sure to come.
 
ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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Acts 23 – Upside down opportunity – Part 2 [UPSIDE DOWN SERIES]

In today’s episode, we dive into the second part of Acts 23, where Paul, despite numerous warnings, makes it to Jerusalem and gets arrested for preaching the gospel. But instead of seeing his arrest as a setback, Paul views it as an opportunity to point others to Christ.How do you view your own challenges? As God-given opportunities to be a light, or just another problem to complain about?
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ABOUT:Lina AbuJamra is a Pediatric ER doctor, now practicing telemedicine, and founder of Living With Power Ministries. Her vision is to bring hope to the world by connecting biblical answers to everyday life. A popular Bible teacher, podcaster, and conference speaker, she is the author of several books including her most recent book Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Reading This and her Bible Study series Mapping the Footsteps of God. In her “spare” time, she provides medical care and humanitarian help in disaster areas and to refugees in Lebanon. Learn more about her at LivingWithPower.org.
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