Hopeful Sufferers

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**Hopeful Sufferers**

Erik Reed invites you into the lessons God has taught him through 15+ years of trials and pain with his son’s medical issues. Recalling stories from his experience, talking about Scripture, and sharing some laughs with co-host Brett Perkins, Erik outlines how we can live day-by-day in the midst of difficult circumstances as Hopeful Sufferers.

Latest Episodes:

023 - Community In Suffering Oct 30, 2019

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Erik and Brett talk about the importance of removing the mask and diving into community.

022 - Future Promises Oct 23, 2019

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So much hope is found in the promises of God. The waiting that precedes the fulfillment of these promises is the hard part. Join Erik and Brett as they discuss living in the in-between of the promises given and promises not yet realized.

021 - Worship In Suffering // Psalm 13 Oct 16, 2019

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Erik and Brett use Psalm 13 along with some real life examples within the context of their church to navigate the tension of worship in suffering.

Shoutout to Psalmbird Coffee (https://www.facebook.com/psalmbirdcoffee/) for great coffee during the conversation!

020 - Dependence (Part 2) // Practical Steps Oct 02, 2019

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Erik and Brett are joined by their pal, Trey Ethridge, as they pick up where they left off in episode 019, and unpack some practical steps on how to become more dependent on God. What does this look like? How can we be more effective in our pursuits? Why does this matter?

If you missed Episode 019 - Dependence: A Learned Helplessness, make sure to go back and check it out as it lays out the foundation of this initial conversation.

019 - Dependence: A Learned Helplessness Sep 25, 2019

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Our whole lives, we are raised to become independent. As believers in Christ, though, the more mature we become in our walk with Him, the more dependent we become on Him. Suffering and trails are ways God uses to shift our posture to dependence on Him.

018 - Depression, Mental Illness, and Suicide Sep 18, 2019

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In light of the recent suicide of a well-known pastor, many questions are surfacing about the reality and severity of mental illness, and the thought process of suicide. How should we as Christians respond to cases like these? Join Erik, Brett, and a panel of pastors from the Journey Church in Lebanon, TN as they discuss these issues.

017 - WE'RE BACK! Sep 11, 2019

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After a few months of a break, Erik and Brett are back in the Hopeful Sufferers' studio (closet). Join the conversation as they address everything from their summer events, to the rough start to the Vols season, to soon coming new music, and nuggets of hope in our suffering.

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016 - An Interview With Jacob Scrimpshire May 01, 2019

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Jacob Scrimpshire and his wife, Shanna, experienced the nightmare new parents fear with the loss of their first child. Join the conversation as Jacob walks through the details of their story and how they found hope.

Referred in this episode is Nancy Guthrie's Respite Retreat. If you or someone you know could benefit from this retreat, here's a link: https://www.nancyguthrie.com/respite-retreat

015 - The Hope of Heaven Apr 24, 2019

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What is your view of Heaven? Do you long for that day? Erik and Brett discuss old views, why some might not long for Heaven, and why a proper understanding of Heaven is so important. Join the conversation!

014 - Jesus: The Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53) Apr 17, 2019

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Erik and Brett dive into the significance of the cross, the importance of the resurrection, and the reason we can find hope in our suffering.

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