032 - Nashville Tornado
Erik and Brett recount the tornado that left a wake of destruction from East Nashville to Putnam County on March 3, 2020.
Mar 11, 2020•46 min•Ep. 32
Hopeful Sufferers
Erik Reed invites you into the lessons God has taught him through 15+ years of trials and pain with his son’s medical issues. Recalling stories from his experience, talking about Scripture, and sharing some laughs with co-host Brett Perkins, Erik outlines how we can live day-by-day in the midst of difficult circumstances as Hopeful Sufferers.
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031 - Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, died in a helicopter crash along with others, just a few weeks ago. Erik and Brett dissect the response from the fans and have a conversation about how we as Christians should respond to tragedies like these.
Feb 26, 2020•38 min•Ep. 31
030 - A New Perspective
Erik shares about the new perspective he gained over the past couple of months, particularly over his "sabbatical", or leave of absence. He and Brett dive into details surrounding church service planning, and then Erik announces a big announcement at the end.
Feb 19, 2020•50 min•Ep. 30
029 - "Sabbatical"
Erik was prepping for a sabbatical to begin on December 1st. As we know it, December 1st marked a new season for him and his family. In this conversation, Erik shares what his "sabbatical" actually looked like under the new circumstances.
Feb 05, 2020•59 min•Ep. 29
028 - Brett's Perspective
Brett shares his side of the six days surrounding Kaleb's passing. From the the church and funeral logistics to other details inside the hospital room, Erik and Brett unpack even more the loss of Kaleb from a different perspective. You can watch the service here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjOMKLXqaGs
Jan 29, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 28
027 - December 1, 2019
After a long break since the passing of Kaleb, Erik and Brett talk through the events that led to the day Kaleb went to be with Jesus - December 1, 2019.
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 27
Erik's Message at Kaleb's Funeral
Kaleb passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019. Please keep praying for the Reed family as they grieve their loss. Here is the message that Erik preached at Kaleb's Funeral.
Jan 15, 2020•49 min
026 - What Is Hope?
Throughout the podcast, finding hope in your suffering has been the theme, but hope has never been outright defined. Erik and Brett use an insightful article to discuss what hope truly is. Also, with new music on the horizon, Erik and Brett discuss the heart behind Brett's new song "Attention". Join the convo! Article by Sharon Ackman https://medium.com/@sharonackman/soldiers-with-this-trait-are-survivors-in-war-and-life-2b7c6ad34afb...
Nov 20, 2019•58 min•Ep. 26
025 - Remember Death: An interview with Matthew McCullough
This is a rich conversation with Matthew McCullough, the author of Remember Death: The Surprising Path to Living Hope. The ironic claim at the heart of this book is that honesty about death brings hope to life. Join the conversation as Matthew unpacks what led him to write it. Buy it here: https://www.amazon.com/Remember-Death-Surprising-Living-Coalition/dp/1433560534
Nov 13, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 25
024 - Obedience That Leads To Suffering
For 23 episodes, the type of suffering that has been addressed is passive (the suffering you don't expect or anticipate). But, what about the suffering that comes as a result of obedience? Join the convo.
Nov 06, 2019•49 min•Ep. 24
023 - Community In Suffering
Erik and Brett talk about the importance of removing the mask and diving into community.
Oct 30, 2019•43 min•Ep. 23
022 - Future Promises
So much hope is found in the promises of God. The waiting that precedes the fulfillment of these promises is the hard part. Join Erik and Brett as they discuss living in the in-between of the promises given and promises not yet realized.
Oct 23, 2019•38 min•Ep. 22
021 - Worship In Suffering // Psalm 13
Erik and Brett use Psalm 13 along with some real life examples within the context of their church to navigate the tension of worship in suffering. Shoutout to Psalmbird Coffee ( https://www.facebook.com/psalmbirdcoffee/ ) for great coffee during the conversation!
Oct 16, 2019•53 min•Ep. 21
020 - Dependence (Part 2) // Practical Steps
Erik and Brett are joined by their pal, Trey Ethridge, as they pick up where they left off in episode 019, and unpack some practical steps on how to become more dependent on God. What does this look like? How can we be more effective in our pursuits? Why does this matter? If you missed Episode 019 - Dependence: A Learned Helplessness, make sure to go back and check it out as it lays out the foundation of this initial conversation.
Oct 02, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 20
019 - Dependence: A Learned Helplessness
Our whole lives, we are raised to become independent. As believers in Christ, though, the more mature we become in our walk with Him, the more dependent we become on Him. Suffering and trails are ways God uses to shift our posture to dependence on Him.
Sep 25, 2019•41 min•Ep. 19
018 - Depression, Mental Illness, and Suicide
In light of the recent suicide of a well-known pastor, many questions are surfacing about the reality and severity of mental illness, and the thought process of suicide. How should we as Christians respond to cases like these? Join Erik, Brett, and a panel of pastors from the Journey Church in Lebanon, TN as they discuss these issues.
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 18
017 - WE'RE BACK!
After a few months of a break, Erik and Brett are back in the Hopeful Sufferers' studio (closet). Join the conversation as they address everything from their summer events, to the rough start to the Vols season, to soon coming new music, and nuggets of hope in our suffering. Follow us on social media: IG and twitter: @hopeful_podcast FB: Hopeful Sufferers
Sep 11, 2019•37 min•Ep. 17
016 - An Interview With Jacob Scrimpshire
Jacob Scrimpshire and his wife, Shanna, experienced the nightmare new parents fear with the loss of their first child. Join the conversation as Jacob walks through the details of their story and how they found hope. Referred in this episode is Nancy Guthrie's Respite Retreat. If you or someone you know could benefit from this retreat, here's a link: https://www.nancyguthrie.com/respite-retreat
May 01, 2019•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 16
015 - The Hope of Heaven
What is your view of Heaven? Do you long for that day? Erik and Brett discuss old views, why some might not long for Heaven, and why a proper understanding of Heaven is so important. Join the conversation!
Apr 24, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 15
014 - Jesus: The Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53)
Erik and Brett dive into the significance of the cross, the importance of the resurrection, and the reason we can find hope in our suffering.
Apr 17, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 14
ANNOUNCEMENT - Hopeful Sufferers Live
The Hopeful Sufferers message is going on the road! Are you interested in hosting a one-night live event? Email brett@tjclive.com for details. You can also message on social medias. Twitter - @hopeful_podcast IG - @hopeful_podcast FB - Hopeful Sufferers
Apr 12, 2019•4 min
013 - Katrina (Part 2)
Katrina is back in the Hopeful Sufferers’ studio / closet with Erik and Brett to recall hilarious (unfiltered) stories about Kaleb, walk through her perspective on Erik’s season of anxiety, and give us a glimpse into the past eighteen months of their story through her lens. Subscribe to our show and leave us a review! Also, follow us on social media... Twitter and IG: @hopeful_podcast Facebook: Hopeful Sufferers
Apr 10, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 13
012 - Hopeful Sufferers Sermon: John 9:1-3
Join the Hopeful Sufferers Tribe in revisiting a message Erik preached on March 25, 2018 - between the fungal meningitis nightmare and the beginning of the latest season of Kaleb's excruciating leg / hip pain - entitled "Hopeful Sufferers".
Apr 03, 2019•40 min•Ep. 12
011 - Anxiety
Erik opens up about his struggle with crippling anxiety; how he discovered it, and how he overcame it.
Mar 28, 2019•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 11
010 - Satan's Wager: The Book of Job
The book of Job has been referenced many times throughout the previous conversations. Erik and Brett dive deeper into the lessons embedded throughout Job's life and how we can apply them to our own circumstances today. Don't forget to subscribe to our show!
Mar 20, 2019•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 10
009 - Katrina: The Scared Superhero
Erik and Brett interview Katrina, wife of Erik and mom to Kaleb. Join the conversation and hear her perspective on some of the breathtaking stories disclosed throughout the previous eight episodes.
Mar 13, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 9
008 - The Toughest Year
The events in the fall of 2017 (addressed in Ep. 007) gave way to the toughest year to date for the Reed family. 2018 was a rollercoaster year of short glimpses of hope met with the craziest of turns. Brain surgery, multiple seasons with serious pneumonia, and chronic hip pain were among the long list of trials.
Mar 07, 2019•58 min•Ep. 8
007 - Fall of 2017: Fungal Meningitis
After years of relatively 'normal' life, Kaleb faced a life-threatening illness (fungal meningitis), coupled with multiple strokes, that would lead to new issues that the he and the Reed family still face today.
Feb 27, 2019•59 min•Ep. 7
006 - Kaleb
Kaleb Reed is a special kid. This conversation unpacks who Kaleb is, how he views his own suffering, and what he has taught Erik over the years.
Feb 20, 2019•56 min•Ep. 6
005 - The Kidney Transplant // Psalm 139
Erik shares the rollercoaster of events surrounding Kaleb's kidney transplant... the highs, the lows, and the lessons in-between. Subscribe and leave a review!
Feb 13, 2019•57 min•Ep. 5
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