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Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. EPHESIANS 3:20-21 (NIV) A mother, a women's minister and a monarchist, Katie Smith joins us today to talk about a concept we've heard countless times, but perhaps may never have connected with. Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. AMAZING GRACE Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see. - JOHN NEWTON One of the most famous songs in the world – a song of the generations – is Amazing Grace by John Newton. A song that professes and marvels at the grace we have been bestowed by our Saviour King. A grace that saves, a grace that lifts our eyes, a grace so precious it casts away fears and points us to God. This week, we are remembering and reflecting on this amazing grace. A grace we all share. A grace that unites us and brings us together as the family of Christ. A grace that has the power to transform hearts, communities and nations. A truly amazing grace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. 2 TIMOTHY 1:9-10 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. AMAZING GRACE Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see. - JOHN NEWTON One of the most famous songs in the world – a song of the generations – is Amazing Grace by John Newton. A song that professes and marvels at the grace we have been bestowed by our Saviour King. A grace that saves, a grace that lifts our eyes, a grace so precious it casts away fears and points us to God. This week, we are remembering and reflecting on this amazing grace. A grace we all share. A grace that unites us and brings us together as the family of Christ. A grace that has the power to transform hearts, communities and nations. A truly amazing grace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ROMANS 5:8 (ESV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. AMAZING GRACE Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see. - JOHN NEWTON One of the most famous songs in the world – a song of the generations – is Amazing Grace by John Newton. A song that professes and marvels at the grace we have been bestowed by our Saviour King. A grace that saves, a grace that lifts our eyes, a grace so precious it casts away fears and points us to God. This week, we are remembering and reflecting on this amazing grace. A grace we all share. A grace that unites us and brings us together as the family of Christ. A grace that has the power to transform hearts, communities and nations. A truly amazing grace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ROMANS 5:8 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. AMAZING GRACE Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see. - JOHN NEWTON One of the most famous songs in the world – a song of the generations – is Amazing Grace by John Newton. A song that professes and marvels at the grace we have been bestowed by our Saviour King. A grace that saves, a grace that lifts our eyes, a grace so precious it casts away fears and points us to God. This week, we are remembering and reflecting on this amazing grace. A grace we all share. A grace that unites us and brings us together as the family of Christ. A grace that has the power to transform hearts, communities and nations. A truly amazing grace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

God’s marvelous grace has manifested in person, bringing salvation for everyone. TITUS 2:11(TPT) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. AMAZING GRACE Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see. - JOHN NEWTON One of the most famous songs in the world – a song of the generations – is Amazing Grace by John Newton. A song that professes and marvels at the grace we have been bestowed by our Saviour King. A grace that saves, a grace that lifts our eyes, a grace so precious it casts away fears and points us to God. This week, we are remembering and reflecting on this amazing grace. A grace we all share. A grace that unites us and brings us together as the family of Christ. A grace that has the power to transform hearts, communities and nations. A truly amazing grace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I lift up my eyes to the mountains – where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. PSALM 121:1–2 (NIV) Not just a contributor, but also a member of the team behind the Real Hope podcast, Lucy Weil joins us today to talk about weariness. Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. WEARINESS Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. PROVERBS 3:23–24 (ESV) Life can at times be hard and is full of twists and turns. Unexpected events, difficult situations, pandemics, relationships, and the daily grind can at times lead to a weariness that is beyond tired or exhaustion. A weariness that caffeine and endorphins can’t fix. It’s a soul weariness. You may have experienced this or you may be going through a season of weariness right now. Through this week’s devotions, no matter where you are in life, our prayer is that you’ll find God in these words. That your soul will be nourished, your spirit renewed and your heart filled. That you find hope in the midst of your weariness and can see God at the centre of all that is around you.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. GALATIANS 6:9 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. WEARINESS Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. PROVERBS 3:23–24 (ESV) Life can at times be hard and is full of twists and turns. Unexpected events, difficult situations, pandemics, relationships, and the daily grind can at times lead to a weariness that is beyond tired or exhaustion. A weariness that caffeine and endorphins can’t fix. It’s a soul weariness. You may have experienced this or you may be going through a season of weariness right now. Through this week’s devotions, no matter where you are in life, our prayer is that you’ll find God in these words. That your soul will be nourished, your spirit renewed and your heart filled. That you find hope in the midst of your weariness and can see God at the centre of all that is around you.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And He said to them, ‘Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest awhile.’ For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. MARK 6:31 (NKJV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. WEARINESS Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. PROVERBS 3:23–24 (ESV) Life can at times be hard and is full of twists and turns. Unexpected events, difficult situations, pandemics, relationships, and the daily grind can at times lead to a weariness that is beyond tired or exhaustion. A weariness that caffeine and endorphins can’t fix. It’s a soul weariness. You may have experienced this or you may be going through a season of weariness right now. Through this week’s devotions, no matter where you are in life, our prayer is that you’ll find God in these words. That your soul will be nourished, your spirit renewed and your heart filled. That you find hope in the midst of your weariness and can see God at the centre of all that is around you.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. GALATIANS 6:9–10 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. WEARINESS Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. PROVERBS 3:23–24 (ESV) Life can at times be hard and is full of twists and turns. Unexpected events, difficult situations, pandemics, relationships, and the daily grind can at times lead to a weariness that is beyond tired or exhaustion. A weariness that caffeine and endorphins can’t fix. It’s a soul weariness. You may have experienced this or you may be going through a season of weariness right now. Through this week’s devotions, no matter where you are in life, our prayer is that you’ll find God in these words. That your soul will be nourished, your spirit renewed and your heart filled. That you find hope in the midst of your weariness and can see God at the centre of all that is around you.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. PSALM 23:2–3 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. WEARINESS Then you will walk on your way securely, and your foot will not stumble. If you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. PROVERBS 3:23–24 (ESV) Life can at times be hard and is full of twists and turns. Unexpected events, difficult situations, pandemics, relationships, and the daily grind can at times lead to a weariness that is beyond tired or exhaustion. A weariness that caffeine and endorphins can’t fix. It’s a soul weariness. You may have experienced this or you may be going through a season of weariness right now. Through this week’s devotions, no matter where you are in life, our prayer is that you’ll find God in these words. That your soul will be nourished, your spirit renewed and your heart filled. That you find hope in the midst of your weariness and can see God at the centre of all that is around you.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But now, do not therefore be grieved or angry with yourselves because you sold me here; for God sent me before you to preserve life. For these two years the famine has been in the land, and there are still five years in which there will be neither plowing nor harvesting. And God sent me before you to preserve a posterity for you in the earth, and to save your lives by a great deliverance. So now it was not you who sent me here, but God; and He has made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt. GENESIS 45:5–8 (NKJV) Today we're joined by the lovely Heidi Wysman, to talk about her devotional series looking at the story of Joseph Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. DISCOVERING HOPE THROUGH JOSEPH - A Series by Heidi Wysman The story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 teaches us how to live a pure life, resist temptation, stay true through trials, have mercy, look beyond our circumstances, and to learn to see God’s presence with us, even in the midst of great suffering in our lives. The story of Joseph reveals that the worst conditions possible may not be final; that we should never lose hope and judge our own life, or others, by one season; that God can use seemingly hopeless situations to change the story; that His plan may not be obvious to our limited perspective but, indeed, ‘… all things work together for good… for those who are called according to his purpose’ (Romans 8:28 NKJV). Joseph’s father, Jacob, displayed extra affection to Joseph and presented him with a specially crafted garment – a ‘coat of many colours’. This prompted jealousy within his brothers, which grew when Joseph repeated two of his dreams to them that showed him ruling over them. One day the brothers threw Joseph into a pit, then sold him as a slave to Arab traders. He was eventually taken to Egypt and sold to Potiphar, one of King Pharaoh’s ministers. God helped Joseph find favour in his master’s eyes, and he was appointed head of Potiphar’s estate. However, this position did not last for long. Potiphar’s wife lied about Joseph who was thrown into prison. The Lord’s kindness followed Joseph and the prison warden soon appointed him as his right-hand man. With God’s help, Joseph interpreted the dreams of two prisoners, predicting that one would be reinstated and the other put to death. Eventually, Joseph rose to be ruler of Egypt, second only to King Pharaoh, and he saved Egypt during a famine. Jacob’s family travelled to Egypt to escape the famine and Joseph’s dreams became a reality and, where he could have sown revenge, Joseph chose forgiveness. He welcomed his entire family with open arms, and it was through him that they were allowed to settle in the Land of Goshen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

But when all goes well with you, remember me and show me kindness; mention me to Pharaoh and get me out of this prison. GENESIS 40:14 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. DISCOVERING HOPE THROUGH JOSEPH - A Series by Heidi Wysman The story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 teaches us how to live a pure life, resist temptation, stay true through trials, have mercy, look beyond our circumstances, and to learn to see God’s presence with us, even in the midst of great suffering in our lives. The story of Joseph reveals that the worst conditions possible may not be final; that we should never lose hope and judge our own life, or others, by one season; that God can use seemingly hopeless situations to change the story; that His plan may not be obvious to our limited perspective but, indeed, ‘… all things work together for good… for those who are called according to his purpose’ (Romans 8:28 NKJV). Joseph’s father, Jacob, displayed extra affection to Joseph and presented him with a specially crafted garment – a ‘coat of many colours’. This prompted jealousy within his brothers, which grew when Joseph repeated two of his dreams to them that showed him ruling over them. One day the brothers threw Joseph into a pit, then sold him as a slave to Arab traders. He was eventually taken to Egypt and sold to Potiphar, one of King Pharaoh’s ministers. God helped Joseph find favour in his master’s eyes, and he was appointed head of Potiphar’s estate. However, this position did not last for long. Potiphar’s wife lied about Joseph who was thrown into prison. The Lord’s kindness followed Joseph and the prison warden soon appointed him as his right-hand man. With God’s help, Joseph interpreted the dreams of two prisoners, predicting that one would be reinstated and the other put to death. Eventually, Joseph rose to be ruler of Egypt, second only to King Pharaoh, and he saved Egypt during a famine. Jacob’s family travelled to Egypt to escape the famine and Joseph’s dreams became a reality and, where he could have sown revenge, Joseph chose forgiveness. He welcomed his entire family with open arms, and it was through him that they were allowed to settle in the Land of Goshen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And Joseph’s master took him and put him into the prison. The place where the king’s prisoners were confined, and he was there in prison. But the Lord was with Joseph and showed him steadfast love and gave him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison. And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison. Whatever was done there, he was the one who did it. The keeper of the prison paid no attention to anything that was in Joseph’s charge because the Lord was with him. And whatever he did, the Lord made it succeed. GENESIS 39:20–23 (ESV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. DISCOVERING HOPE THROUGH JOSEPH - A Series by Heidi Wysman The story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 teaches us how to live a pure life, resist temptation, stay true through trials, have mercy, look beyond our circumstances, and to learn to see God’s presence with us, even in the midst of great suffering in our lives. The story of Joseph reveals that the worst conditions possible may not be final; that we should never lose hope and judge our own life, or others, by one season; that God can use seemingly hopeless situations to change the story; that His plan may not be obvious to our limited perspective but, indeed, ‘… all things work together for good… for those who are called according to his purpose’ (Romans 8:28 NKJV). Joseph’s father, Jacob, displayed extra affection to Joseph and presented him with a specially crafted garment – a ‘coat of many colours’. This prompted jealousy within his brothers, which grew when Joseph repeated two of his dreams to them that showed him ruling over them. One day the brothers threw Joseph into a pit, then sold him as a slave to Arab traders. He was eventually taken to Egypt and sold to Potiphar, one of King Pharaoh’s ministers. God helped Joseph find favour in his master’s eyes, and he was appointed head of Potiphar’s estate. However, this position did not last for long. Potiphar’s wife lied about Joseph who was thrown into prison. The Lord’s kindness followed Joseph and the prison warden soon appointed him as his right-hand man. With God’s help, Joseph interpreted the dreams of two prisoners, predicting that one would be reinstated and the other put to death. Eventually, Joseph rose to be ruler of Egypt, second only to King Pharaoh, and he saved Egypt during a famine. Jacob’s family travelled to Egypt to escape the famine and Joseph’s dreams became a reality and, where he could have sown revenge, Joseph chose forgiveness. He welcomed his entire family with open arms, and it was through him that they were allowed to settle in the Land of Goshen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lord was with Joseph, and he [even though a slave] became a successful and prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master, the Egyptian. Now his master saw that the Lord was with him and that the Lord caused all that he did to prosper (succeed) in his hand. So Joseph pleased Potiphar and found favor in his sight and he served him as his personal servant. He made Joseph overseer over his house, and he put all that he owned in Joseph’s charge.  GENESIS 39:2–4 (AMP) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. DISCOVERING HOPE THROUGH JOSEPH - A Series by Heidi Wysman The story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 teaches us how to live a pure life, resist temptation, stay true through trials, have mercy, look beyond our circumstances, and to learn to see God’s presence with us, even in the midst of great suffering in our lives. The story of Joseph reveals that the worst conditions possible may not be final; that we should never lose hope and judge our own life, or others, by one season; that God can use seemingly hopeless situations to change the story; that His plan may not be obvious to our limited perspective but, indeed, ‘… all things work together for good… for those who are called according to his purpose’ (Romans 8:28 NKJV). Joseph’s father, Jacob, displayed extra affection to Joseph and presented him with a specially crafted garment – a ‘coat of many colours’. This prompted jealousy within his brothers, which grew when Joseph repeated two of his dreams to them that showed him ruling over them. One day the brothers threw Joseph into a pit, then sold him as a slave to Arab traders. He was eventually taken to Egypt and sold to Potiphar, one of King Pharaoh’s ministers. God helped Joseph find favour in his master’s eyes, and he was appointed head of Potiphar’s estate. However, this position did not last for long. Potiphar’s wife lied about Joseph who was thrown into prison. The Lord’s kindness followed Joseph and the prison warden soon appointed him as his right-hand man. With God’s help, Joseph interpreted the dreams of two prisoners, predicting that one would be reinstated and the other put to death. Eventually, Joseph rose to be ruler of Egypt, second only to King Pharaoh, and he saved Egypt during a famine. Jacob’s family travelled to Egypt to escape the famine and Joseph’s dreams became a reality and, where he could have sown revenge, Joseph chose forgiveness. He welcomed his entire family with open arms, and it was through him that they were allowed to settle in the Land of Goshen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now Israel (Jacob) loved Joseph more than all his children, because he was the son of his old age; and he made him a [distinctive] multicolored tunic. His brothers saw that their father loved Joseph more than all of his brothers; so they hated him and could not [find it within themselves to] speak to him on friendly terms. GENESIS 37:3–4 (AMP) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. DISCOVERING HOPE THROUGH JOSEPH - A Series by Heidi Wysman The story of Joseph in Genesis 37–50 teaches us how to live a pure life, resist temptation, stay true through trials, have mercy, look beyond our circumstances, and to learn to see God’s presence with us, even in the midst of great suffering in our lives. The story of Joseph reveals that the worst conditions possible may not be final; that we should never lose hope and judge our own life, or others, by one season; that God can use seemingly hopeless situations to change the story; that His plan may not be obvious to our limited perspective but, indeed, ‘… all things work together for good… for those who are called according to his purpose’ (Romans 8:28 NKJV). Joseph’s father, Jacob, displayed extra affection to Joseph and presented him with a specially crafted garment – a ‘coat of many colours’. This prompted jealousy within his brothers, which grew when Joseph repeated two of his dreams to them that showed him ruling over them. One day the brothers threw Joseph into a pit, then sold him as a slave to Arab traders. He was eventually taken to Egypt and sold to Potiphar, one of King Pharaoh’s ministers. God helped Joseph find favour in his master’s eyes, and he was appointed head of Potiphar’s estate. However, this position did not last for long. Potiphar’s wife lied about Joseph who was thrown into prison. The Lord’s kindness followed Joseph and the prison warden soon appointed him as his right-hand man. With God’s help, Joseph interpreted the dreams of two prisoners, predicting that one would be reinstated and the other put to death. Eventually, Joseph rose to be ruler of Egypt, second only to King Pharaoh, and he saved Egypt during a famine. Jacob’s family travelled to Egypt to escape the famine and Joseph’s dreams became a reality and, where he could have sown revenge, Joseph chose forgiveness. He welcomed his entire family with open arms, and it was through him that they were allowed to settle in the Land of Goshen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There I will meet you. EXODUS 30:6b (NCV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. THE GOD CONNECTION A Study of EXODUS 28–32  Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy.’ EXODUS 31:13 (NIV)  Connection. We are created for connection. From the first breath in the darkness at the beginning of time through to today, God has always desired to be connected to His people. To live with us. However, sin destroyed this plan. Through these readings in Exodus, we see the lengths God is willing to go to remain connected to His people despite our sin and constant rejection. At a time where His people did not have direct access to God, He still made a way. Centuries have passed and through Jesus defeating death on the cross we now have a direct connection to God. These passages serve to remind us that our God will always make a way to be with us – His people – now and forevermore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I have seen these people,’ the Lord said to Moses, ‘and they are a stiff-necked people. Now leave me alone so that my anger may burn against them and that I may destroy them. Then I will make you into a great nation.  EXODUS 32:9–10 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. THE GOD CONNECTION A Study of EXODUS 28–32  Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy.’ EXODUS 31:13 (NIV)  Connection. We are created for connection. From the first breath in the darkness at the beginning of time through to today, God has always desired to be connected to His people. To live with us. However, sin destroyed this plan. Through these readings in Exodus, we see the lengths God is willing to go to remain connected to His people despite our sin and constant rejection. At a time where His people did not have direct access to God, He still made a way. Centuries have passed and through Jesus defeating death on the cross we now have a direct connection to God. These passages serve to remind us that our God will always make a way to be with us – His people – now and forevermore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Therefore the children of Israel shall keep the Sabbath, to observe the Sabbath throughout their generations as a perpetual covenant.  It is a sign between Me and the children of Israel forever; for in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, and on the seventh day He rested and was refreshed. EXODUS 31:16–17 (NKJV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. THE GOD CONNECTION A Study of EXODUS 28–32  Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy.’ EXODUS 31:13 (NIV)  Connection. We are created for connection. From the first breath in the darkness at the beginning of time through to today, God has always desired to be connected to His people. To live with us. However, sin destroyed this plan. Through these readings in Exodus, we see the lengths God is willing to go to remain connected to His people despite our sin and constant rejection. At a time where His people did not have direct access to God, He still made a way. Centuries have passed and through Jesus defeating death on the cross we now have a direct connection to God. These passages serve to remind us that our God will always make a way to be with us – His people – now and forevermore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So I will consecrate the tent of meeting and the altar and will consecrate Aaron and his sons to serve me as priests. Then I will dwell among the Israelites and be their God. They will know that I am the Lord their God, who brought them out of Egypt so that I might dwell among them. I am the Lord their God.’  EXODUS 29:44–46 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. THE GOD CONNECTION A Study of EXODUS 28–32  Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy.’ EXODUS 31:13 (NIV)  Connection. We are created for connection. From the first breath in the darkness at the beginning of time through to today, God has always desired to be connected to His people. To live with us. However, sin destroyed this plan. Through these readings in Exodus, we see the lengths God is willing to go to remain connected to His people despite our sin and constant rejection. At a time where His people did not have direct access to God, He still made a way. Centuries have passed and through Jesus defeating death on the cross we now have a direct connection to God. These passages serve to remind us that our God will always make a way to be with us – His people – now and forevermore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also put the Urim and the Thummim in the breastpiece, so they may be over Aaron’s heart whenever he enters the presence of the LORD. Thus Aaron will always bear the means of making decisions for the Israelites over his heart before the LORD. EXODUS 28:30 (NIV) Send the Real Hope team a message Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au Or connect with the Hope 103.2 community via Facebook or Instagram. THE GOD CONNECTION A Study of EXODUS 28–32  Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy.’ EXODUS 31:13 (NIV)  Connection. We are created for connection. From the first breath in the darkness at the beginning of time through to today, God has always desired to be connected to His people. To live with us. However, sin destroyed this plan. Through these readings in Exodus, we see the lengths God is willing to go to remain connected to His people despite our sin and constant rejection. At a time where His people did not have direct access to God, He still made a way. Centuries have passed and through Jesus defeating death on the cross we now have a direct connection to God. These passages serve to remind us that our God will always make a way to be with us – His people – now and forevermore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.