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Living with Hope Podcast with Peter & Mary Frey

Living with Hope Podcast with Peter & Mary Frey

By Peter Frey

Welcome to the Living with Hope podcast with Peter Frey, a weekly podcast that digs into God's Word and explores what it means to live with hope in Jesus.
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The Joy of Waiting

Living with Hope Podcast with Peter & Mary FreyJul 31, 2021

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The Joy of Waiting

The Joy of Waiting

Peter & Mary discuss Psalm 37 and the joy (and difficulty) of waiting on the Lord.

Jul 31, 202121:18
The Practice of Being Present

The Practice of Being Present

A conversation with Peter and Mary Frey on the practice of being present, dwelling in the reality of God's presence and the amazing truths of John 15.

Jul 02, 202125:07
How to Shine in a Dark World | Peter Frey & David Giese

How to Shine in a Dark World | Peter Frey & David Giese

Peter is joined on the podcast with David Giese, pastor of Village Church of Gurnee, IL for a conversation on Philippians 2:14-18 and why followers of Jesus walk in gratitude rather than grumbling.

Apr 10, 202127:37
The Mindset of Humility | Philippians 2:1-10

The Mindset of Humility | Philippians 2:1-10

Peter & Mary Frey explore how the gospel leads us to a posture of humility.

Mar 19, 202126:08
Contentment No Matter the Outcome | Philippians 1:18-30

Contentment No Matter the Outcome | Philippians 1:18-30

Join Mary and Peter for a conversation on finding contentment in Christ whether in life or in death.

Feb 12, 202124:51
Gospel Priorities | Philippians 1:12-18

Gospel Priorities | Philippians 1:12-18

Peter & Mary Frey continue this study in Philippians as we observe the ways that the gospel shapes our joy and delight in Christ over circumstances.

Feb 05, 202128:26
God Finishes What He Starts | Philippians 1:1-11

God Finishes What He Starts | Philippians 1:1-11

Come along on a journey through the book of Philippians with us! We kick off our study this week with a look at Philippians 1:1-11 and the incredible truth that God will finish what he has started!

Jan 29, 202123:48
Do You Have What It Takes? | 2 Peter 1:3-8

Do You Have What It Takes? | 2 Peter 1:3-8

A conversation with Peter & Mary around 2 Peter 1:3-8, and the practical reality that we have all we need in Christ.

Jan 22, 202121:48
Reflections on 10 Years of Marriage | Peter & Mary Frey

Reflections on 10 Years of Marriage | Peter & Mary Frey

Sacrificial love, the sovereignty of God and the symbol of marriage. Peter & Mary reflect on the ways that they have seen the glories of the gospel in and through marriage.

Jan 15, 202125:04
Formative Practices for a New Year

Formative Practices for a New Year

A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey about everyday liturgies (rhythms of life that form our hearts and minds) and ways to intentionally grow in this new year!

Jan 03, 202125:57
The Preparation of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

The Preparation of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Advent is about preparation. It's a season of formative practices that shape our hearts and faith by intentionally meditating on Jesus' coming.

Dec 12, 202020:35
The Emotions of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

The Emotions of Advent | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Angst. Anticipation. Amazement. These are the emotions we sit in during the season of Advent.

Dec 03, 202014:09
Groaning Rather Than Grumbling | Romans 8

Groaning Rather Than Grumbling | Romans 8

Peter digs into the difference between groaning with hope and grumbling with discontent.

Nov 20, 202013:10
Recalibrating Your Heart | Psalm 91

Recalibrating Your Heart | Psalm 91

A conversation with Peter & Mary Frey on recalibrating our hearts by faith in God who is our refuge amidst the chaos of life.

Nov 13, 202007:11
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOPE AND OPTIMISM | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOPE AND OPTIMISM | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Digging into Romans 5:1-5, Peter & Mary discuss the difference between optimism, positivity and hope. The hope that we find in the Bible is a redemptive realism that doesn't merely ignore the brokenness and focus on the good but embraces the goodness of God in the midst of brokenness.

Oct 30, 202026:42
DON'T LEAVE YOUR TROUBLES AT THE DOOR | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

DON'T LEAVE YOUR TROUBLES AT THE DOOR | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

The invitation of Hebrews 4:14-16 is to bring your troubles to Jesus because he tore down the divide between sacred and secular. Mary and Peter explore the depth of confidence found when we boldly approach the throne of grace!

Oct 23, 202014:13
WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Exploring the truth of John 16:7, Peter & Mary discuss the person and work of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers in Jesus!

Oct 16, 202027:49
CERTAINTY AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Hebrews 11 with Peter Frey

CERTAINTY AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Hebrews 11 with Peter Frey

In a world where we are surrounded by uncertainties, what does Christian faith look like? Today's podcast is a throwback to a sermon that Peter preached several years ago on Hebrews 11.

Oct 09, 202027:49
GOD IS NOT SURPRISED BY YOUR SITUATION | A Conversation with Peter Frey & Mark Burkholder

GOD IS NOT SURPRISED BY YOUR SITUATION | A Conversation with Peter Frey & Mark Burkholder

This week's podcast is an encouraging conversation with Mark Burkholder, pastor of Cedar Creek Community Church in Grafton, WI. We discuss what it means to "pivot" as Christians by shifting our focus amidst a new normal.

Oct 02, 202028:28
THE PATH TO GREATNESS | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE PATH TO GREATNESS | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary discuss Mark 10:35-45 as Jesus points us to the reality that the path to greatness in the Kingdom of God is not self-promotion but self-giving love!
Sep 25, 202022:19
HOPE AMIDST DARKNESS | A Conversation with Peter Frey & David Giese

HOPE AMIDST DARKNESS | A Conversation with Peter Frey & David Giese

Special guest, David Giese, lead pastor of Village Church in Gurnee, IL, joins Peter on the podcast to discuss the ways in which the hope of Jesus sustains us during seasons of darkness.

Sep 18, 202030:07
YOUR CALLING & GOD'S FAITHFULNESS | 1 Thessalonians 5:24 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

YOUR CALLING & GOD'S FAITHFULNESS | 1 Thessalonians 5:24 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary discuss an amazing promise from 1 Thessalonians 5:24 that reminds of of God's faithfulness in the midst of our calling as Christians!

Sep 11, 202017:05
SET YOUR MIND ON THE SPIRIT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

SET YOUR MIND ON THE SPIRIT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary walk through Romans 8 and explore what it means to set our minds on the life and peace of the Spirit of God!

Sep 04, 202028:02
THE SOURCE OF HOPE | Romans 15:13 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE SOURCE OF HOPE | Romans 15:13 | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Peter & Mary discuss some practical tools for studying God's Word & walk through a study of Romans 15:13 together as an example. Be encouraged as we turn our conversation to the God of Hope who fills us with all joy and peace in believing!  

Here's the acronym we talk about for studying the Bible:  PREP STUDY 

P - Pray
R - Read
E - Evaluate
P - Pray
S - Summarize
T - Title
U - Utilize  
D - Difficulties
Y - Yield

Aug 28, 202031:01
THE RHYTHMS OF READING GOD'S WORD | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE RHYTHMS OF READING GOD'S WORD | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

Mary & Peter discuss the benefits of reading and rereading the Word of God & its power to transform our lives in the midst of everyday life!

Aug 21, 202028:11
BATTLING DISCOURAGEMENT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

BATTLING DISCOURAGEMENT | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

As we face the weariness and discouragement of outwardly wasting away, Mary & Peter discuss 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 and the impact that these verses have had in their spiritual journey.

Aug 14, 202027:13
EMBRACING THE PURPOSE OF GOD FOR TODAY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

EMBRACING THE PURPOSE OF GOD FOR TODAY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

A continuation of last week's podcast on purpose, Peter & Mary discuss Ephesians 2:10 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 as we think about walking in the purposes of God in whatever he has placed in front of us today!

Aug 07, 202027:53
WHAT'S MY PURPOSE IN LIFE? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

WHAT'S MY PURPOSE IN LIFE? | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

When our plans for life are changed by circumstances outside our control, we often struggle with understanding our purpose in life. In this week's conversation, Peter and Mary point to Psalm 57:2 and 1 Corinthians 10:31 to help shift our focus from the things that we do to the posture of our heart by which we do them.

Jul 31, 202030:10
THE PEACE OF GOD IN THE MIDST OF ANXIETY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

THE PEACE OF GOD IN THE MIDST OF ANXIETY | A Conversation with Peter & Mary Frey

This week's conversation with Peter & Mary Frey is centered on what we've been learning personally as we walk with the God of all peace amidst the anxieties of this world. We discuss the book of Habbakuk and Philippians 4:4-9.

Jul 24, 202024:43
Why We Share Our Lives With the World | Peter & Mary Frey

Why We Share Our Lives With the World | Peter & Mary Frey

A conversation with Peter & Mary Frey about how their faith in Jesus shapes their purpose for sharing the ups and downs of everyday life on YouTube. At the heart of this conversation is 1 Thessalonians 2:8 - "...We were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us."

Jul 17, 202016:25
HOW WE LIVE TODAY MATTERS | 2 Corinthians 5:10 | Living with Hope Podcast

HOW WE LIVE TODAY MATTERS | 2 Corinthians 5:10 | Living with Hope Podcast

"For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil." 2 CORINTHIANS 5:10

Apr 03, 202008:48
WALKING BY FAITH | 2 Corinthians 5:6-9 | Living with Hope Podcast [featuring Mary Frey]

WALKING BY FAITH | 2 Corinthians 5:6-9 | Living with Hope Podcast [featuring Mary Frey]

Mary joins me on the podcast as we discuss what it looks like to walk by faith, not by sight!

Apr 02, 202012:24
GOD PREPARED US FOR THIS | 2 Corinthians 5:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

GOD PREPARED US FOR THIS | 2 Corinthians 5:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

"He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee." 2 Corinthians 5:5

Apr 01, 202010:07
TRUSTING GOD AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Matthew 6:25-34 | Living with Hope Podcast

TRUSTING GOD AMIDST UNCERTAINTY | Matthew 6:25-34 | Living with Hope Podcast

Worry is allowing the cares of this world to cloud our vision of God's care for us. Trust is allowing God's care for us to color how we see the cares of this world!

Mar 19, 202011:22
TRUE LIVING IS YET TO COME | 2 Corinthians 5:1-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

TRUE LIVING IS YET TO COME | 2 Corinthians 5:1-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

Our future hope is grounded in the reality of sharing in the resurrection life of Jesus!

Mar 06, 202010:15
HOW TO KEEP FROM LOSING HEART | 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

HOW TO KEEP FROM LOSING HEART | 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

As we behold the glory of Jesus, we experience inward renewal and a shift in perspective as we walk through suffering.

Mar 05, 202008:10
FUTURE HOPE FUELS OUR PRESENT MISSION | 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 | Living with Hope Podcast

FUTURE HOPE FUELS OUR PRESENT MISSION | 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 | Living with Hope Podcast

Suffering with hope should lead us to doxology - giving thanksgiving and glory to God!

Mar 04, 202008:33
THE POWER OF GOD DISPLAYED IN OUR SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE POWER OF GOD DISPLAYED IN OUR SUFFERING | 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 | Living with Hope Podcast

We have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us! - 2 Corinthians 4:7

Mar 03, 202008:33
THE LIGHT OF THE GOSPEL | 2 Corinthians 4:6 | Living with Hope Podcast

THE LIGHT OF THE GOSPEL | 2 Corinthians 4:6 | Living with Hope Podcast

God has shone in our hearts the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus!

Mar 02, 202012:08
IT'S NOT ABOUT ME | 2 Corinthians 4:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

IT'S NOT ABOUT ME | 2 Corinthians 4:5 | Living with Hope Podcast

The Christian life is not about advancing how great we are, it is about showing how great Jesus is!

Feb 28, 202008:28
SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS | 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS | 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 | Living with Hope Podcast

Apart from Christ, we are blinded by Satan to the light of the gospel, namely the glory of who Jesus is!

Feb 27, 202007:05
ASH WEDNESDAY | 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 | Living with Hope Podcast

ASH WEDNESDAY | 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 | Living with Hope Podcast

On this Ash Wednesday, we recognize our dependence on God's mercy and His Word as the means of our transformation!

Feb 26, 202007:47
BOLD & BEHOLDING | 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

BOLD & BEHOLDING | 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 | Living with Hope Podcast

Because of our glorious hope in Christ, we have boldness to behold the glory of Jesus, and we are changed!

Feb 25, 202012:20
A GREATER GLORY | 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

A GREATER GLORY | 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

If the law that led to death was glorious... how much more glorious is the Spirit that leads to life!

Feb 24, 202008:43
SUFFICIENCY IN CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 | Living with Hope Podcast

SUFFICIENCY IN CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 | Living with Hope Podcast

Our confidence and sufficiency does not come from our ability but Christ in us!
Feb 21, 202008:27
CREDENTIALS FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 3:1-3 | Living with Hope Podcast

CREDENTIALS FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 3:1-3 | Living with Hope Podcast

Paul points to his credentials not in a man-made letter but in a spirit-transformed heart.

Feb 20, 202009:32
MOTIVATION FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 2:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

MOTIVATION FOR MINISTRY | 2 Corinthians 2:17 | Living with Hope Podcast

Our motivation for ministry is not to be self-serving but Christ exalting!

Feb 19, 202008:28
WE ARE THE AROMA OF CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 2:12-16 | Living with Hope Podcast

WE ARE THE AROMA OF CHRIST | 2 Corinthians 2:12-16 | Living with Hope Podcast

Two images of the Christian life are grounded in defeat and sacrifice but point to to victory and life!

Feb 18, 202011:21
FORGIVENESS IS OUR DNA | 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

FORGIVENESS IS OUR DNA | 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 | Living with Hope Podcast

The core of who we are as followers of Jesus is forgiven... and so we also forgive!

Feb 17, 202011:30
IT'S FOR YOUR JOY | 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:4 | Living with Hope Podcast

IT'S FOR YOUR JOY | 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:4 | Living with Hope Podcast

The pastoral heart of Paul's ministry was a position of a co-laboring for joy!

Feb 14, 202008:39