Episodes
Feb. 25, 2024
2024: The Year of Upgrade!
In this episode of Hope for Today, John speaks from North Palm Church in Charleston, South Carolina. He gives a personal anecdote about how God gave him an UPGRADE and how you can receive the same blessing. Wait until the en…
Feb. 9, 2024
What Does Jesus Say About Having a Childlike Faith?
This week John has special guest Zach Davis! He is the new youth pastor at Freedom Church in Round Rock Texas. In today's episode, Zach shares his testimony and John reads from Mark chapter 10. In this passage Jesus teaches …
Feb. 2, 2024
The Mountain of Media
This week on Hope for Today I talk with Will Boone! He is a recent college graduate and is now beginning his career in media. We talk about how media has shaped us as a church, as a people, and as a culture! We also talk abo…
Jan. 26, 2024
Transitioning with Grace: Tips on Stepping Into a New Season of Life
On this weeks episode of Hope for Today, John talks with Nick Franklin! Nick has served on staff at Freedom Fellowship International and also worked behind the scenes for John Bates Ministries. One thing about Nick is he tra…
Jan. 19, 2024
Applied for 90 jobs and then GOD…
On today’s episode of Hope for Today, Nick Franklin interviews Paul Cowdery! Paul shares life stories in which all of us can relate to. Being a raised in a pastor’s home, his life came to a crossroads at the age of 24 when h…
Jan. 12, 2024
How to make a difference EVERYWHERE! Hope for Today with Mandy Owen & Wynelle Cowdery
On today’s episode of Hope for Today, @mandyowen interviews Wynelle Cowdery! Wynelle is WORLD CHANGER! She reaches people, trains leaders, is a student of the Word, and has pioneered ministries and churches all over the glob…
Jan. 5, 2024
How to hear and know His voice EVERYDAY!! Matt Sorger Message
On today's episode of Hope For Today, we hear a powerful message spoken at our Voice of Freedom Prophetic Conference! Friend of me and this show, Matt Sorger, delivers a timely and powerful word that exactly what we need to …
Dec. 29, 2023
It is all about RELATIONSHIP not religion! Randy Derrick & John Bates
#relationship #interview #hope #testimony #2024 #happynewyear What do walking trees and religion have in common? Find out by watching today’s episode of Hope for Today with my friend Randy Derrick! Randy provides us with an …
Dec. 22, 2023
How to live in the Lands of Goshen!!! Bobby Nixon & John Bates
#sabbath #interview #hope #testimony There is ALWAYS hope!!! On today’s episode of Hope for Today, I talk with my good friend Bobby Nixon about what it looks like to live in the lands of Goshen! We discuss the sabbath, hope …
Dec. 15, 2023
A Candid Conversation with Connilyn Cossette on OVERCOMING cancer and writing award winning novels!
#author #cancersurvivor #interview #hope #testimony #goodreads This episode of Hope for Today is SPECIAL!!! I talk with award winning author, Connilyn Cossette about the steadfast love of God. Connilyn’s passion is to write …
Dec. 8, 2023
Mud huts, elephants, stories, and the MIRACULOUS! Jaroy & Kim Carpenter
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to grow up with parents that are in the ministry? My guests today don’t have to wonder, they LIVED it!! I have known Jaroy and Kim Carpenter most of my life, I can’t wait for you …
Dec. 1, 2023
Your testimony is on the way! Bruce Green & John Bates
Romans 15:13 says “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in faith so that you overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Are you overflowing with hope today? By the end of this episode of Hope for Tod…
Nov. 24, 2023
A cheerful heart is good medicine! Hope for Today with Jackson Sandefer!
Did you know that laughter has been scientifically proven to burn calories, reduce blood pressure, strengthen relationships, and even increase the longevity of human life!! What’s even more interesting is that is by design! …
Nov. 17, 2023
Dreams are NOT coincidental and could change your life! Hope for Today with Connie Webster
When you make yourself available to God, He will speak to you in profound and unique ways! On this episode of Hope For Today, you will hear incredible stories of God speaking to and leading my guest, Connie Webster, through …
Nov. 9, 2023
GOD IS DOING SOMETHING NEW!! Fresh expressions of worship and the miraculous! Sherman Dumas
On today’s episode of Hope for Today, I sit down with my good friend, Sherman Dumas! Sherman is an apostolic leader impacting churches, leaders, and communities around the world. He shares insight into what God is doing in t…
Nov. 3, 2023
How to THRIVE in the face of difficult circumstances! Sam Farina
We are called to testify the goodness and faithfulness of God no matter our circumstances! On today’s episode of Hope for Today, I talk with my good friend, Sam Farina, about overcoming cancer, multiplication, patience, and …
Oct. 27, 2023
Don't become bitter! Stay in the present and engage with God! Hope for caregivers w/ Vicki Farina
Today's episode of Hope for Today offers profound insight into the embodiment of love, compassion, and selflessness. Caregivers are living examples of Jesus and my guest today is one of them! Vicki Farina has cared for four …
Oct. 6, 2023
How a Word of Knowledge can change someone's life! - Cindy McGill Message
I could not be more excited to share today's episode of Hope for Today with you! I am believing that the spirit of religion is about to break off of your life as you hear Cindy McGill's message from our Voice of Freedom: Rev…
Sept. 29, 2023
There is HOPE to be transformed! - Matt Sorger & Michael Holmes
On today's episode of Hope For Today, Michael Holmes sits down with my friend, Matt Sorger! Matt is a prophetic minister who carries a unique anointing that fills entire rooms with the tangible glory of God, with many saved,…
Sept. 22, 2023
How ONE person can change an entire city! - Ellie Gates & John Bates
What happens when you say YES to God and allow him to lead your life? The answer may surprise you - YOU WILL TRANSFORM CITIES! On this episode of Hope For Today, John sits with his good friend Ellie Gates to discuss the sign…
Sept. 15, 2023
You are CALLED to reach the WORLD - Russell Wood & Nick Franklin
The Church is waking up to the reality that we are ALL called to carry the good news of the gospel wherever we go! Want proof? Look at the life of JESUS! On this week’s episode of Hope for Today, Nick Franklin sits down with…
Sept. 8, 2023
Jesus can bring HEALING to EVERY part of your life! - Theeany Shannon & John Bates
On this episode of Hope For Today, I interview Theeany Shannon! Theeany is an integral member of our community and has impacted many lives! God is using her to reach thousands of people globally on social media platforms. In…
Sept. 1, 2023
The activity of JESUS in your life will cause you to CHANGE! - Mycah Stennett & John Bates
Over the last four years, I have had a front row seat to the transformation and CHANGE taking place in Mycah Stennett's life! On today's episode of Hope For Today, Mycah shares his perspective on the power of change and tell…
Aug. 25, 2023
Do not see things as they are, see them as they SHOULD BE!! - Peter Reeves & John Bates
What does it mean to live a life of faith? What is faith? How can we walk in faith? Today, John talks with Peter Reeves! Peter is a licensed minister who speaks and trains leaders all over the United States. He speaks to ove…