Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, died in a helicopter crash along with others, just a few weeks ago. Erik and Brett dissect the response from the fans and have a conversation about how we as Christians should respond to tragedies like thes

A New Perspective

Feb 19th, 2020 50m 16s

Erik shares about the new perspective he gained over the past couple of months, particularly over his "sabbatical", or leave of absence. He and Brett dive into details surrounding church service planning, and then Erik announces a big announcem

"Sabbatical"

Feb 5th, 2020 59m 7s

Erik was prepping for a sabbatical to begin on December 1st. As we know it, December 1st marked a new season for him and his family. In this conversation, Erik shares what his "sabbatical" actually looked like under the new circumstances.

Brett's Perspective

Jan 29th, 2020 1h 3m

Brett shares his side of the six days surrounding Kaleb's passing. From the the church and funeral logistics to other details inside the hospital room, Erik and Brett unpack even more the loss of Kaleb from a different perspective. You can wa

December 1, 2019

Jan 22nd, 2020 1h 2m

After a long break since the passing of Kaleb, Erik and Brett talk through the events that led to the day Kaleb went to be with Jesus - December 1, 2019.

Bonus

Erik's Message at Kaleb's Funeral

Jan 15th, 2020 49m 27s

Kaleb passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019. Please keep praying for the Reed family as they grieve their loss. Here is the message that Erik preached at Kaleb's Funeral.

What Is Hope?

Nov 20th, 2019 57m 33s

Throughout the podcast, finding hope in your suffering has been the theme, but hope has never been outright defined. Erik and Brett use an insightful article to discuss what hope truly is. Also, with new music on the horizon, Erik and Brett dis

Remember Death: An interview with Matthew McCullough

Nov 13th, 2019 1h

This is a rich conversation with Matthew McCullough, the author of Remember Death: The Surprising Path to Living Hope. The ironic claim at the heart of this book is that honesty about death brings hope to life. Join the conversation as Matthew

Obedience That Leads To Suffering

Nov 6th, 2019 48m 31s

For 23 episodes, the type of suffering that has been addressed is passive (the suffering you don't expect or anticipate). But, what about the suffering that comes as a result of obedience? Join the convo.

Community In Suffering

Oct 30th, 2019 42m 53s

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

Future Promises

Oct 23rd, 2019 37m 39s

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.

Worship In Suffering // Psalm 13

Oct 16th, 2019 52m 34s

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 du

Dependence (Part 2) // Practical Steps

Oct 2nd, 2019 1h 4m

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 pur

Dependence: A Learned Helplessness

Sep 25th, 2019 41m

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

Depression, Mental Illness, and Suicide

Sep 18th, 2019 1h 2m

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,

WE'RE BACK!

Sep 11th, 2019 37m

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 nu

An Interview With Jacob Scrimpshire

May 1st, 2019 1h 17m

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

The Hope of Heaven

Apr 24th, 2019 1h 6m

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!

Jesus: The Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53)

Apr 17th, 2019 1h 3m

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.

Bonus

ANNOUNCEMENT - Hopeful Sufferers Live

Apr 12th, 2019 4m 15s

The Hopeful Sufferers message is going on the road! Are you interested in hosting a one-night live event? Email [email protected] for details. You can also message on social medias. Twitter - @hopeful_podcast IG - @hopeful_podcast FB - Hope

Katrina (Part 2)

Apr 10th, 2019 1h 7m

Katrina is back in the Hopeful Sufferers’ studio / closet with Erik and Brett to recall hilarious (unfiltered) stories about Kaleb, walk through her perspective on Erik’s season of anxiety, and give us a glimpse into the past eighteen months of

Hopeful Sufferers Sermon: John 9:1-3

Apr 3rd, 2019 40m 29s

Join the Hopeful Sufferers Tribe in revisiting a message Erik preached on March 25, 2018 - between the fungal meningitis nightmare and the beginning of the latest season of Kaleb's excruciating leg / hip pain - entitled "Hopeful Sufferers".

Anxiety

Mar 28th, 2019 1h 26m

Erik opens up about his struggle with crippling anxiety; how he discovered it, and how he overcame it.

Satan's Wager: The Book of Job

Mar 20th, 2019 1h 15m

The book of Job has been referenced many times throughout the previous conversations. Erik and Brett dive deeper into the lessons embedded throughout Job's life and how we can apply them to our own circumstances today. Don't forget to sub