Becoming His Vessel Podcast
In each episode of Becoming His Vessel, Jo Hancock shares truths she has learned from the Word and applied to her life to encourage others to love God completely and to become the vessel God created them to be. Listeners will hear how God intends His people to be fully transformed to reflect the Word and live fully satisfied. We cannot wait to see how God will reach people across the nation and around the world to change lives through this new outreach tool!Subscribe, review, and share to spread the news to more listeners!
Episodes
275 episodes
Get ready for the day. Don't go out naked.
Often, we're running in circles to please ourselves. Life is really all about pleasing God. And, we want to keep that at the forefront of our minds. This week, Jo gives us four simple steps to get ready for each day (and throughout the day) to ...
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22:10
What Do God's Plans Look Like?
We've heard and read many times the promise of Jeremiah 29:11 -- "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Do you know God's plans for your life an...
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25:24
Asking God
When we have a prayer request, are we quick to tell a friend? Is our next phone call or text to a prayer partner? Have we stopped to first take it to the Lord and let Him take the lead in helping us, helping meet that need? If we will take it s...
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24:52
Revival Is Among Us
Esther 4:14 continues to be a powerful verse. Esther prayed. But, she also knew that God was calling her to a moment. God moved in response to her prayers (and of those around her). And, He is moving now. Be encouraged, but also be challenged t...
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24:34
I Can't Do This, But God Says Press On
Our flesh can certainly get tired or weary and then tempted to throw in the towel, quit. That's not God's plan for us. That's not His purpose for us. Remember that we are His inheritance and He's using us in vast ways to bring in more of His in...
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24:03
We Need God - All Three Persons of the Trinity
Have you ever tried to explain the Trinity? Were you more confused than when you began? Today, Jo explains what the Bible says about each part of the Trinity, AND how to apply them practically every day.
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21:53
Being Part of God's Redemptive Work
How do throwing out lifelines and existing for God work together? Jo explains in this week's podcast how God's redeeming work is our work too. Let's get on board with God's long-suffering character and His heart for His inheritance (us) and joi...
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26:22
Existing for God (Finding Your Purpose)
The age-old question "What is my purpose?" does actually have an answer. Are you surprised? One reason it's been so difficult to find is because we're looking in the wrong place. As we have journeyed together, we have learned that it takes surr...
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27:16
Throw Them a Lifeline
Do you pray for those who are not yet following Christ or for those who are not following Christ right now? Do you find yourself not quite knowing how to pray for them? In this week's podcast, Jo shares her vision from the Lord from Matthew 14:...
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24:58
Go On With God
How is your journey of faith with God? Is it going well and going strong? Or are you facing some opposition or even persecution for your growth in faith? This week, Jo will help you work through facing this opposition. Be encouraged and go on w...
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21:32
Who Is Your Walking Partner?
When Jesus was with His disciples, they walked to do everything! He had twelve walking partners! Do you have a walking partner? Do you have one or more? Today, Jo will help us as we pray about who would be our walking partner and even how we pr...
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24:02
Pursuing My Ways or God's Best for Me
What happens in our daily life that gets us off track with God? And how do we get back on track? Maybe you've been walking with God for years. Or maybe you've just begun surrendering your life. Either way, Jo will help us recognize some of the ...
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25:26
Face to Face with God
To be in the face of God -- Isn't that where every follower of Christ longs to be? Isn't that one reason we long for heaven -- to be in God's continual presence? But, do we have to wait for heaven? Actually, Jo will instruct us how to get in th...
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26:43
Many Pearls, Not Just One
Would you like a pearl necklace or a long strand of pearls? What about in your life? Wouldn't you like to have more than one pearl? In this podcast, Jo explains how to rise above the limitations that we place on finding that pearl or pearls. Go...
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24:13
Finding the Pearl of GREAT Price
In Matthew 13:45, we learn of a merchant who found one pearl of great price. He went and sold all that he had and bought it. It wasn't a great price because it was cheap or a "steal of a deal." It was great because of the worth of the pearl and...
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20:14
Obedience, Blessings, & Beating the Battles
In this lesson, Jo gives us practical steps to winning the battle against the flesh. Take notes (and watch for the notes this week in the blog section of the website). As she learned herself, Jo is passing on the simple instruction: Whatever Go...
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23:18
Refreshing Our Why
We've been on this journey of surrender -- learning to live humbly and crucifying our flesh so that Christ lives in us. But, today, let's refresh our "why." Why are going through this process, even though it's step by step? This is blessing God...
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22:59
In the battle of humility vs. flesh, let Christ in you win for you
Honestly, this is hard for all of us. We feel the battle between humility and our surrender to Christ versus our prideful flesh and its desires. But the pathway is simple. We need Christ and His words in us to win the battle. Don't get stuck in...
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27:23
Welcome Humility -- Following Christ & Asking Practical Questions
Humility is such a counter-cultural word that we nearly reject the whole idea. But, it's very clear in Scripture that Jesus humbled Himself, and He is our ultimate example. So, HOW do we live humbly? We agree that it's not easy, so Jo gives us ...
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26:31
Step by Step. What's the Next Step?
In our last conversation, we acknowledged that our faith journey is step by step. We won't change overnight. So, what's the next step in the surrendered life? Humility. We may not like to hear it, but it's very clear that Jesus was humbled befo...
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27:46
Jo's Conversation with Carolyn (A testimony of a fellow disciple)
Have you been searching for a way to grow in your faith with the Lord? Or maybe you've been a follower of Christ many years but you've never taken that next step of walking alongside another follower and being edified through God's Word. Wherev...
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32:25
Steps to Follow God -- It's Practical
We have embarked on a journey these past few weeks. Thank you for joining me! This journey is the ride of a lifetime -- a life in love with God. Have you struggled in your love relationship with God? Have you even become dry doing "churchy" thi...
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25:27
Reputation--Protected or Surrendered?
Are you surrendering your life? That includes your reputation. Christ set the example for us in Philippians 2. He humbled himself. Even the apostle Paul considered his accomplishments nothing and "loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Chr...
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35:09