Hey there, friend!

It’s Pastor Blake, and I have a question for you: Have you ever felt like joy is just out of reach? Especially during this busy Advent season, it’s easy to get caught up in the chaos and lose sight of the joy we’re supposed to feel.

But what if joy isn’t something you chase? What if it’s something you prepare for?

In this week’s episode of the True Hope Collective Podcast, we dive into Luke 3:7–18 to explore how preparing our hearts—through repentance, generosity, and sharing Jesus—can lead to the lasting joy we’re longing for.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:

• Why repentance isn’t about guilt but about making room for Jesus in your heart.

• How generosity shifts your focus and opens the door to joy.

• Practical ways to reflect and share the joy of Jesus this week.

And don’t miss this week’s Post-It Challenge! We’re putting joy into action with three simple steps:

1. Write a note of encouragement for yourself to keep joy front and center.

2. Post notes of joy around your community to share God’s love.

3. Add a prayer for joy to your church’s prayer wall as an act of surrender.

And here’s the best part: for each day this week, we’ll have a Daily Hope devotion to go deeper into this message. Each morning, you’ll find a fresh devotion in your inbox that connects back to this sermon, helping you apply God’s truth to your everyday life. If you haven’t subscribed yet, please do so to join us on this journey.

Here are a few ways to make the most of this week’s message:

1. 🎧 Listen Now

Take a quiet moment to tune in. Click below to listen on this page, or in your favorite podcast app!

2. 📖 Follow Along with Daily Hope 

This week’s devotions are designed to help you walk through each part of this message day by day. If you haven’t already, subscribe to get these directly in your inbox each morning.

3. ⛪️ Join Us in Person 

If you’re in the area, we’d love to meet you in person! You can plan your visit and get all the details below.

I’m so excited for this week’s journey through God’s Word and pray that both the podcast and the Daily Hope devotionals encourage you deeply. Let me know how this message speaks to you, and feel free to reply with any thoughts!

In Christ,

Pastor Blake