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
264 episodes
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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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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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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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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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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A Radical Question Demands a Radical Answer
While this is a new year with a season of opportunity, God has something even greater than we can think or imagine. We're not making a New Year's resolution. We're sharpening our focus and becoming disciplined -- becoming His vessel. Are you re...
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Our (Often) Untapped Blessing
Fasting may not seem like a blessing, so we underestimate this spiritual discipline and the benefits the Lord has in store for us. The prophet Jeremiah said, "When Your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart's delight...." (15:16...
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32:46
The Miracle of Christ's Birth -- A Meditation & Prayer
As we read the prophecy of Isaiah and the account from Luke, let us meditate on the MIRACLE of Christ's birth. Let us not lose the wonder of what God has done. God bless you this Christmas!
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Conversation with disciple and author Jenn Soehnlin
Jo and Jenn sit down to talk about life since His Vessel Ministries' God of Order discipleship class and the practical steps we can all take to embrace God's Word, which is in her second book, "On the Same Page with God." Find it here:
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27:08
The Message of the Election & Our Next Move
What did the outcome of the election tell us? It certainly has a message. But, the election is not our last decision, our last move. We need to keep going with what the election began. What is God calling us or each individual to do to follow t...
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26:30
Christ is the Focus of Christmas
If Christ is the focus of Christmas, how do we keep Him there? Are there even traditions that take us away from Christ and the meaning of the season? "Let every heart prepare Him room" over these next few weeks.
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23:46
Holiday Reset & Thanksgiving Prayer
It's the week of Thanksgiving. Have you had time to think about your own thankfulness? Maybe now is a good time for a holiday reset. We pray that we will set our hearts on the love of God. That's when we will truly be thankful in all things.&nb...
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21:31
How Will You Spend Your Holidays?
The staff at His Vessel Ministries shares their stories of the past and their plans for the upcoming holidays. We pray that we will all be spiritually intentional (not only about the menu). In everything give thanks; for this is the wi...
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Light Our Community
While circumstances in your community (like crime) may be a motivator to pray, remember God wants to be in your life and in your community. So, let's get in the fight with prayer and let Him cast out the darkness. "The unfolding of You...
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21:28
Will We Wring Our Hands? No. What Can We Do While We Wait?
Today is Election Day. What an exciting day! We will vote. But, then what? Will we wring our hands while we wait? Is God wringing His hands waiting on the results? No. We have simple instructions to follow while we wait on the results and also ...
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19:44
"A Testimony: Time with the Father leads to Transformation"
How is your time with Father God? Are you steady? Are you in a season of drought? Maybe you want to have a more intimate relationship with Him. Let Jan's testimony and 1 Corinthians 15:7 refresh your soul as you spend time with God.
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