Hope City Church

Hope City Church - Edmonton, AB

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  • 29 minutes 18 seconds
    When God Feels Too Late | Phil Kniesel

    Have you ever written something off too soon? A relationship, a dream, your faith, or even yourself?

    In this message, we look at a moment in Mark 5 where everything seemed over. A dying child, a woman out of options, and people who had already accepted the ending. But where people saw finality, Jesus stepped in and rewrote the story.

    This message reminds us that Jesus responds to desperate faith, that His timing isn’t random, and that what feels finished to us might just be the place where He begins something new.



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    22 March 2026, 6:00 pm
  • 37 minutes 13 seconds
    Peace in the Middle of Chaos | Phil Kniesel

    Life often feels chaotic. Unexpected problems, uncertainty, and pressure can make it seem like everything is spinning out of control.

    In Mark 4:35–41, the disciples find themselves caught in a violent storm while crossing the sea with Jesus. As the waves crash around them, they panic while Jesus sleeps. In this powerful moment, Jesus reveals something deeper than just His ability to calm the wind and waves. He shows that even when life feels chaotic, He is still fully in control.

    In this message, Pastor Phil Kniesel explores what it means to trust Jesus in the middle of life’s storms and how true peace comes not from the absence of chaos, but from knowing the One who commands it.

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    15 March 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 31 minutes 14 seconds
    Why Would Jesus Eat With Sinners? | Ken McIntyre

    In Mark 2, Jesus does something surprising. He sits down for a meal with tax collectors and sinners.  People society had written off and avoided.

    In this message, Pastor Ken explores what this moment reveals about the heart of Jesus. While many systems of religion focus on cleaning ourselves up before approaching God, Jesus moves toward people in their brokenness and invites them to follow Him.

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    8 March 2026, 8:00 pm
  • 32 minutes 16 seconds
    Am I Too Broken for Jesus? | Phil Kniesel

    We live in a world that scrolls past what feels uncomfortable. We avoid the messy, the broken, and the complicated. But this is not who Jesus is.

    In this new series through the Gospel of Mark, we discover a powerful truth: when everyone else steps back from the mess, Jesus steps toward it. He moves toward rejection, defilement, and shame, not to condemn, but to restore.

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    1 March 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 32 minutes 16 seconds
    What God Says About Sex | Phil Kniesel

    Sex is everywhere in our culture. It shapes how we think about identity, belonging, and happiness, often without us realizing it. In this message, Pastor Phil explores what God actually says about sex and why His design is not restrictive but protective.

     

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    22 February 2026, 10:00 pm
  • 30 minutes 41 seconds
    How to Build a Marriage That Lasts | Ken McIntyre

    Love is powerful, but without wisdom it can fall apart. In this message, Pastor Ken walks through four biblical laws from Song of Songs that help build a love that actually lasts.

    God didn’t design marriage as a contract built on convenience, but as a covenant built on commitment. Whether you’re married, dating, single, or healing from the past, this message points to a love shaped by God’s design and ultimately fulfilled in Jesus.

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    15 February 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 29 minutes 45 seconds
    Why Repentance and Forgiveness Go Together | Paul Malott

    We all fall short. Even when we know God’s way is best, the old nature can creep in and lead us down paths we never intended to take. In this message, Pastor Paul talks honestly about sin, repentance, and the hope we have when we return to God.

     As we explore 1 John and the teachings of Jesus, we see that repentance and forgiveness are meant to go hand in hand. Repentance invites us to turn back to God, and forgiveness frees us to move forward. This message is an invitation to experience the freedom that comes when we walk in humility, grace, and obedience.

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    8 February 2026, 10:00 pm
  • 34 minutes 18 seconds
    Why Reading the Bible Still Matters | Phil Kniesel

    We all build our lives on something. Whether we realize it or not, we give authority to something that shapes how we think, choose, and live. In this message, Pastor Phil invites us to consider what we’re building on and why God’s Word matters so deeply.

    As we explore Scripture together, we’re reminded that the Bible doesn’t just inform our faith, it forms our life. God’s Word sustains us, gives us direction, equips us for everyday life, and ultimately leads us to Jesus. 


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    1 February 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 30 minutes 41 seconds
    Why Faith Feels Like a Battle | Ken McIntyre

    Many people want to love God fully but still feel stuck in an ongoing struggle. In this message, Pastor Ken explores why faith often feels like a battle and why that tension is actually part of the Christian life.

    As we look at Galatians 5, we discover that freedom is not found in trying harder or giving up, but in learning how to walk by the Spirit each day. This message helps us understand the battle between the old us and the new life God gives us, and how to keep moving toward Him even when faith feels hard.

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    25 January 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 30 minutes 23 seconds
    What Happens When You Stop Trying to Control Everything? | Phil Kniesel

    Many of us like control because it makes us feel safe. But when control takes over, it often leads to stress, anxiety, and frustration. In this message, Pastor Phil invites us to consider a better way forward.

     As we reflect on Proverbs 3 and the life of Jesus, we discover that surrender is not weakness. It is an act of trust that opens the door to peace, freedom, and a deeper relationship with God. This message helps us learn how to release control and choose surrender as part of loving God with all our heart, soul, and mind.

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    18 January 2026, 9:00 pm
  • 31 minutes 11 seconds
    Where Our Strength Really Comes From | Phil Kniesel

    Many people love Jesus but still feel worn down, stuck, or defeated in their faith. In this message, Pastor Phil explores where real strength actually comes from and why just "trying harder" is not the answer.

    Ephesians 6 helps us see how God provides everything we need to stand strong through temptation, failure, and pressure. This message is an invitation to move beyond spiritual frustration and learn how to live with resilience, confidence, and lasting strength found in the Lord.

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    11 January 2026, 9:00 pm
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