Renewing Hope

Renewing Hope

Join Ann Wagner, as she shares new points of hope from God’s Word each week. For many years, Ann struggled with underlying issues initiated from childhood sexual abuse. However, the Bible was the foundational element that offered her healing. Today, Renewing Hope podcast is a place where Ann shares biblical truths that will strengthen one’s relationship with God, offer healing over hurt, and give a fresh perspective for each new day. This podcast is a ministry of Bible Baptist Church in Kingsport, Tennessee.

Episodes

October 6, 2025 26 mins

Today Ann does a study on the life of Daniel. Daniel did not respond to anything in life with panic, but rather with faith in prayer. We dive into his story and discover the secret of prayer.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Betrayal/dp/1449712991

 

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Time is the one currency you can spend, but never get any more of. The Bible has a lot to say about how a person should use their time. Today we look at a few tips on how you use your time well.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Betrayal/dp/1449712991

 

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September 1, 2025 20 mins

Time is the one currency you can spend, but never get any more of. The Bible has a lot to say about how a person should use their time. Today we look at a few tips on how you use your time well.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Betrayal/dp/1449712991

 

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August 18, 2025 25 mins

There are times in life where we have to let go, but there are other times where God simply puts you on standby. In those times, take care not to give up on God. Today Ann discusses a few times in which we simply need to stand by.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Ove...

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August 4, 2025 32 mins

God commands us to respond to His will in different ways and in different situations. There are some times in which He wants us to stand up for Him! Today Ann discusses a few of those situations and gives some encouragement.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcomin...

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July 21, 2025 26 mins

Last week we discussed the importance of sticking to it in the hardest of times. However, there are things that we are to let go of. We all have things in our lives that hold us down when God's asking us to serve. Today Ann discusses when we should just let go.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

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July 7, 2025 26 mins

Sometimes life gets difficult, even unfair. It often seems like the easy way to deal with it is to just give up and give in. Not only is that often more difficult in the long run, but it also displeases our Saviour! Today Ann discusses the importance of holding on, and shows us a few Bible characters who teach us this truth.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual ab...

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June 16, 2025 22 mins

Is there ever a time where God is not trustworthy? In this episode, Ann shares a personal story that illustrates this truth. We can trust God, even when we think there is no way things can change.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Betrayal/dp/1449712991

 

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June 2, 2025 29 mins

God has a plan for every life. Pottery is something that has always interested Ann. In this episode, she digs into what God has to say about being the potter and shaping each life for His glory.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Betrayal/dp/1449712991

 

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May 19, 2025 23 mins

We have a God who can do the impossible. So why do we not pray for impossible things? Today Ann reminds us that our God is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think! Let's pray for the impossible.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Bet...

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The Apostle Paul went through a lot of things that you and I will never have to experience. Yet, he said that none of those things moved him from genuine faith in Christ. Today, Ann shares a few things, some humorous, some not, that could impact a person to move. Let's stay encouraged to follow Christ no matter what!

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in m...

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April 21, 2025 23 mins

Every year, the IRS expects you to file taxes. Whether you do or not, you may get audited. Today, Ann discusses the importance of doing an occasional spiritual audit. Me must make sure we are handling God's resources well.

 

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-...

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Jesus' experience on the cross was both a super natural one and a human one. His suffering in the garden was as hard for Him when His friends didn't care for Him as it would be for you and I. Today, Ann discusses how we can do the will of the Father through the hard times as well as the easy.

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be...

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March 17, 2025 26 mins

Jesus said that the Truth would set us free! Ann continues a study using Nancy DeMoss' book Lies Women Believe: And the Truth That Sets Them Free. As Ann brings these things to your mind, carefully consider your life and see if you've been believing these lies too.

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

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March 3, 2025 27 mins

Jesus said that the Truth would set us free! Ann is using Nancy DeMoss' book Lies Women Believe: And the Truth That Sets Them Free. Sometimes we can feel like a slave to our circumstances. Sometimes we think if it were not for the actions of other people, our lives would be so much better! The truth is, God is always good and allows everything that comes into our lives. Today Ann addresses this topic biblically in part one of this ...

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February 17, 2025 23 mins

Today, Ann relays to us something she recently learned at a ladies meeting about Moses. It is so important that in our lives, we do not get distracted by all of the difficulties that we face. We often get distracted and miss what is truly important, seeing the glory of God!

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

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February 3, 2025 17 mins

The words to this beloved hymn are so very potent to every person who has ever been through a serious struggle. They say that you've either just come out of a storm, are in one, or are going into one. God gives us instruction to be still. Today Ann discusses a trial in her own life and how God taught her to be still.

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in min...

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January 27, 2025 20 mins

The phrase "He's so heavenly minded that he's no earthly good" doesn't hold any truth at all. In this episode, Ann emphasizes the importance of being heavenly minded and the good it will do. Not just for you, but for others you are able to bless if you keep your focus on Christ.

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Chri...

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January 20, 2025 25 mins

Do you ever feel like your pain is going unnoticed? Sometimes it can feel as if God isn't there or doesn't care about our problems. Well, we can know from Scripture that not only does He care, but He hears and answers our prayers. Today Ann does a quick study of Hagar from the Old Testament.

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be ...

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January 13, 2025 24 mins

Ann read several books this year. On this episode, she shares with you some of the books that she found most helpful!

Ann's book, Hope for the Hurting, can be found on Amazon. In it, Ann explains her struggles with sexual abuse in ministry and how hope can be found in Christ!

www.amazon.com.au/Hope-Hurting-Personal-Overcoming-Betrayal/dp/1449712991

 

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