Igniting Hope Ministries

Hope looks for evidence that God is at work. Pessimism looks for evidence that the obstacles are too great. In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares that our circumstances are almost never as important as the conclusion we place on them.

Romans 5:3-4 gives us clear steps for breakthrough and maturity. "And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope." There is something even beyond the greatness of character; it is hope.

In this podcast, Steve Backlund shares his opinion on what the most important truth is to renew our minds with. It is a game-changer, and it was something specific the devil did not want Jesus to remember when he tempted Him in the wilderness.

Our words are not merely containers of information. There is more happening when we speak than simply communicating ideas. In this fun and insightful teaching, Steve Backlund discusses biblical examples of people speaking to "earless" things and what it means for us today.

Is every strong, confident woman a Jezebel? In this podcast, Steve Backlund explores the difference between healthy strength and the misuse of power through control, manipulation, and intimidation; why we should be careful not to turn immature behavior into someone's identity; and how we can help women be strong, confident, healthy leaders.