Episode 331: Cultivating Resilience Through Hope
Transforming Mission Podcast with Tim Bias & Sara Thomas
Release Date: 07/16/2024
Transforming Mission Podcast with Tim Bias & Sara Thomas
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info_outlineWelcome to a new series focused on hope. Join us as we discus how our beliefs shape our hope and introduce the traits of hopeful people. We’ll look at the difference between hope and wishful thinking, emphasizing hope as a confluence of reason, passion, and resilience.
We’ll introduce you to the hope cycle (or remind you if you’ve been around a while). The Hope Cycle is made up of goals, agency, and pathways—a feedback loop for nurturing hope. Listen to examples from personal and church leadership experiences illustrating the cycle's application.
Aimed at Jesus-centered leaders, the episode provides insights into fostering and sustaining hope while navigating obstacles.
Listen to Episode 331 at https://transformingmission.org/331
Time Stamp for Episode 331 Cultivating Resilience Through Hope
00:34 The Nature of Hope
00:43 True and False Beliefs Quiz
01:14 Characteristics of Hope vs. Wishful Thinking
02:34 Starting a New Series on Hope
02:40 Defining Hope for Leaders
04:00 Vision for the Future
07:49 The Hope Cycle Explained
10:58 Applying the Hope Cycle
15:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts