Hope Lake Stevens Church

06/01/2026

Something has been heavy on my heart lately, and I felt called to share it.

We are living in uncertain times. Many of us feel the weight of systems and powers that seem beyond our control. Fear is creeping in.

But then I think about Jesus.

He didn't live in easy times. He lived under Roman tyranny — brutal, corrupt, and crushing to ordinary people. And His response wasn't despair. It wasn't violence. It was a life so rooted in truth and love that it changed the entire world.

As I've been praying and reflecting, I keep coming back to these practices He modeled:

• Stay rooted in prayer — it's where our strength comes from
• Speak truth, even when it costs you something
• Show up for the vulnerable — the poor, the sick, the forgotten
• Build real community — you cannot do this alone
• Refuse to let hate take root in your heart
• Choose nonviolent courage over fearful silence

None of this is passive. All of it is powerful.

If you're feeling discouraged right now, I hope this reminds you: the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is alive in you. Tyranny never gets the final word.

"Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." — Romans 12:21

You are loved. Keep going. 🕊️

Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 AM (classic) or 10:30 AM (modern) for a dose of hope, love and inspiration.

Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258

hopelakestevens.com

05/31/2026

JOIN US TOMORROW MORNING, Sunday, May 31, as we explore some of the dreams mentioned throughout the Bible.

Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 AM (classic) or 10:30 AM (modern) for a dose of hope, inspiration, and love.

Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258

hopelakestevens.com

05/30/2026

Work Day at Lutherwood, Saturday, June 6!

Use the QR code or the link below to sign up as a rider or a driver for this volunteer opportunity. We will meet at Hope at 9 AM and return at approximately 3 PM.

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05/25/2026

We will remember.

Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 AM (classic) or 10:30 AM (modern) for a dose of hope, love and inspiration.

Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258

hopelakestevens.com

05/24/2026

JOIN US TOMORROW MORNING, Sunday, May 24, for Pentecost!

Happy Birthday to the Church!

Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 AM (classic) or 10:30 AM (modern) for a dose of hope, inspiration, and love.

Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258

hopelakestevens.com

05/22/2026

Choosing Humility

One of the first songs that Jesus-followers sang together has a very common theme in the lyrics - His humility. And it's a call for us to consider that we can do the same.

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Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258
9:00 AM (classic) & 10:30 AM (modern) services

Choosing HumilityOne of the first songs that Jesus-followers sang together has a very common theme in the lyrics - His humility. And it's a call for us to c...

05/18/2026

In these uncertain and often divided times, we find ourselves returning to a simple truth that anchors our souls: "Jesus is my way."

When the noise of the world feels overwhelming, we ask ourselves — what would Jesus do?
• He would sit with the hurting, not turn them away.
• He would speak truth with love, not anger.
• He would cross every dividing line — political, social, racial — to remind us that every single person carries the image of God.
• He would feed the hungry without asking who they voted for.
• He would comfort the fearful, stand up for the vulnerable, and respond to hatred with a grace that the world simply cannot manufacture on its own.

In a time when so many voices are pulling us apart, Jesus calls us together — to be peacemakers, bridge-builders, and light-bearers.

We don't always get it right, but we are choosing to walk His way — a way of compassion, courage, humility, and hope. 🙏❤️

Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 AM (classic) or 10:30 AM (modern) for a dose of hope, love and inspiration.

Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258

hopelakestevens.com

05/17/2026

JOIN US TOMORROW MORNING, Sunday, May 17!

Join us Sunday mornings, 9:00 AM (classic) or 10:30 AM (modern) for a dose of hope, inspiration, and love.

Hope Lake Stevens
9613 20th St SE
Lake Stevens, WA 98258

hopelakestevens.com

Philippians 2:1-13

2 Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? 2 Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.

3 Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. 4 Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.

5 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.

6 Though he was God,[a]
he did not think of equality with God
as something to cling to.
7 Instead, he gave up his divine privileges[b];
he took the humble position of a slave[c]
and was born as a human being.
When he appeared in human form,[d]
8 he humbled himself in obedience to God
and died a criminal’s death on a cross.

9 Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor
and gave him the name above all other names,
10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11 and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father.

12 Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. 13 For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.

05/14/2026

Snohomish Farmer's Market Tonight! Let's Go Together!