#24 - Hope and Halloween

Pastors Matt and Joel recap a full Sunday at Hopewell—baptisms, global mission partners, and a big push to “redeem Halloween” with gospel giveaway packets. They unpack why evangelism must start earlier than John 3:16 in a post-Bible-Belt culture, how a 6-minute film (“The Story”) and QR code can multiply reach worldwide, and why Romans 8 keeps our eyes on future glory when today feels heavy.

They also offer super-practical ideas: reverse trick-or-treating, simple conversation starters, listening first, and using the four worldview questions to meet people where they are. Bottom line: people aren’t the problem—they’re the mission—and this season is a wide-open door for hope.

Highlights:
Baptisms & the power of partnering with global ministries
Why we moved Family Fun Day to fall (and how it ties to outreach)
What’s in the Halloween gospel packets & how QR tracking works
Starting gospel talks with questions (and listening well)
Romans 8: suffering now, glory later—how that reframes everything
“Reverse trick-or-treat” idea for families on the go

Call to action:
Join us at Family Fun Day (Oct 26) to grab gospel packets, add candy, and bless your neighborhood on the 31st.
Share “The Story” link on social and watch the impact reports roll in.
If you have questions about this sermon or your own faith journey, email us at Each week, we’ll select a few to answer right here on the show.

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