Donelson First Podcast

Jeffrey Dean Smith

Welcome to the Donelson First podcast with pastor and author, Jeffrey Dean Smith. Each week discover how to experience the best life God intended for you. Check out donelsonfirst.com for additional ways to connect + grow.

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Donelson First Podcast

Episodes (170)

Mon Apr 13th Belonging - Part 13: Hope
Mar 31st Belonging - Part 11: Serve
Mar 17th Belonging - Part 9: Grow

Donelson First Podcast

Apr 13, 2026
44½ minutes
81 MB

This week's message explores the kind of deep, enduring hope described in James 5- a hope that does not remove waiting but transforms it. In seasons of suffering, uncertainty, and delay, you are reminded that true hope is rooted in confidence in Christ, not in quick answers or easy outcomes. Like a farmer trusting the unseen growth beneath the soil, you learn to trust God's timing even when nothing seems to be changing. Because your belonging is in Christ, you can stand firm with steady hope, knowing He is near and faithful to fulfill His promises. "Real hope is...

Donelson First Podcast

Belonging - Part 13: Hope

Jeffrey Dean Smith

00:00 -43:30