Some critics have accused Christians of being “exclusionary” in our beliefs, in that we believe that Jesus is the only way to heaven. However, that one way into heaven is available to everyone.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Throughout history, God has made covenants with individuals and specific people groups. God’s last and greatest covenant is the salvation covenant that He has made with all of humankind.Pastor Josh Shaffer

The only way to arrive at an informed conclusion about Jesus is to rationally evaluate the evidence.Pastor Josh Shaffer

We should be careful not to talk ourselves out of doing big things for Jesus. Likewise, we should be careful not to talk ourselves out of doing small things for Jesus.Pastor Josh Shaffer

No matter how much you have, or how little you have, there’s always something you can give back to God.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Christ’s sacrifice was a triumph…just not the one that the people at that time were looking for.Joshua Peterkin

A testimony of sin and a case for immediate and sincere repentance rather than running away to hide from God and the church out of shame. It teaches that once convicted, the pain can only be remedied by being honest with the Lord God and warns that the longer we wait, the further we will backslide.Jamey Hindorff

While our children are young, let's use our influence to lead them into a relationship with Jesus.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Will you accept Jesus’ invitation to join His revolution, or will you attempt to preserve the status quo?Pastor Josh Shaffer

God is tremendously eager to forgive us when we genuinely repent.Pastor Josh Shaffer

No matter how much you have, or how little you have, there is always a temptation to give in to greed.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Jesus teaches His followers to love and serve our fellow human beings, without limits.Pastor Josh Shaffer

There are three things that we can do about sin in our own lives, and in the lives of others.Pastor Josh Shaffer

All things are possible for those who believe.Pastor Josh Shaffer

What does it take to follow Jesus? What does it mean to be the Church? What are the non-negotiables? Jesus provides us with answers to these questions, and more, in the 16th chapter of Mathew's Gospel.Pastor Josh Shaffer

How we celebrate Christmas changes from one year to the next, but the reason we celebrate remains constant.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Jesus doesn’t promise to give us what we want. He does, however, promise to give us what we need.Pastor Josh Shaffer

After losing a loved one, Jesus makes time to mourn.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Sometimes the peace needs to be disturbed.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Welcoming Jesus into your life is bound to cause some “drama.” Usually drama is something we want to avoid, but sometimes we need a little dramatic activity to bring unspoken issues to the surface.Pastor Josh Shaffer

What kind of “fruit” is your life producing?Pastor Josh Shaffer

It’s easy to sit back and critique the work that others are doing. It’s easy to tear down the good that others have accomplished. It’s easy for Christians to judge the ministry of their fellow Christians. All these things are easy, but none of them are productive.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Jesus tells us, in very practical terms, what we should pursue in life and how we should treat one another. All we have to do is put His teachings into practice.Pastor Josh Shaffer

The new “wine” that Jesus brings cannot be contained within the old wineskins.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Nicodemus was willing to adjust his beliefs about the Kingdom of God based on the “fruit” of Jesus’ ministry.Pastor Josh Shaffer

What it means to be a church... together.Lori Droxler

Before beginning his ministry, Jesus has an old score to settle.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Before ministering to the humble, Jesus demonstrates his own humility.Pastor Josh Shaffer

To truly love others, we must be filled with both grace and truth.Pastor Josh Shaffer

There’s a lot of good we Christians can accomplish in the name of Jesus, but what is it that’s motivating us to do those good works?Pastor Josh Shaffer

Exercising good judgement is vital, but appointing yourself as the judge of others is absurdly arrogant and extremely counterproductive.Pastor Josh Shaffer

An inconsistent approach to following Jesus confuses and repels people.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Selfishness is common and repulsive. Selflessness is rare and attractive.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Our 2023 Kenya Team members share their experiences.HopeCCDelco

A spirit of rebellion will lead us into chaos, but a willingness to submit brings order into our lives.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Our words should be used to build up, not tear down.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Nothing fruitful comes from complaining, but a spirit of celebration draws people to the love of Jesus.Pastor Josh Shaffer

We pray over our Kenya Team missionaries and remind ourselves of what it means to live missionally abroad and at home.Pastor Josh Shaffer

How can one little church possibly share the gospel with the 60,000 people who live in the Ridley-Interboro area?Pastor Josh Shaffer

What, if anything, does a church that exists for the sake of the lost have to offer to a person who is already saved?Pastor Josh Shaffer

Dads, your voice is louder than you might realize. You have a powerful influence in the lives of your children. Use your influence wisely!Pastor Josh Shaffer

Many of us Christians have over complicated what it means to be a local church. We need to get back to the basics in order to be effective.Pastor Josh Shaffer

As we move into year 12, and beyond, what is God’s vision for Hope Community Church?Pastor Josh Shaffer

There’s a reason God created you. He brought you into this world to fulfill a specific role. You have been called by God to do something that only you can do. Believe it or not, discovering God’s calling can be easy. Embracing God’s calling is where we struggle.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Guest Speaker Joyce Parcell shares a special Mother's Day message.Joyce Parcell

It’s not that difficult to understand. You may have heard that there are many ways to interpret the Bible. The truth is, there’s only one way to interpret it correctly, and it isn’t that difficult.Pastor Josh Shaffer

There’s no secret conspiracy. We know how we got the Bible. The process of how the individual books were canonized is well documented.Pastor Josh Shaffer

It’s not that mysterious. The Bible tells us what it is. We just need to determine whether or not the claims the Bible makes about itself are worth believing.Pastor Josh Shaffer

Special guest Pastor John Clifford shares his vision of hope for Chester, and beyond.John Clifford

The resurrection of Jesus validates everything He said and did. We can trust that His perfect kingdom will come one day. In the meantime, we are the kingdom!Pastor Josh Shaffer