Stories of Hope with Dr. Samuel Thomas
Stories of God's work in the lives of orphans, widows, pastors, and churches through the ministry of Hopegivers International. Dr. Samuel Thomas, president of Hopegivers, shares a story each week of how Jesus is transforming lives in India and around the world.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 81
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
The Reward of Perseverance
Being a follower of Christ is costly, and sometimes we do not see the reward for our work on this side of eternity. Dr. Sam shares a story of an orphan who grew up in one of the Hopegivers orphanages…
How Can You Take in the Wrong Orphan?
At a time when Hopegivers was caring for thousands and thousands of orphans, Dr. M.A. Thomas was asked how he could continue to take in more children and take on more than what he could seemingly han…
The Reward of Discipleship
When we follow the Lord without ceasing, even in trials, the Lord will bless our steadfast behavior. Whether or not we get understand the blessing on this side of heaven is not up to us. In this epis…
What Happens to the Widows of Those Who Die for Christ?
Do not ask the Lord why something happened or was allowed to happen. Ask the Lord how He wants you to respond to the situation. The ministry of Hopegivers never forgets the martyrs family. We make s…
Faithful Unto Death
“He is no fool who gives up what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose” -Jim Elliot. Dr. Sam tells the story of a martyr on their wedding day. This moving story is the reality for many be…
The Global Impact of The American Church
God honors faith that honors Him. To know Him, is to love Him. To love Him, is to trust Him. To trust Him, is to obey Him. To obey Him, is to be blessed by Him. Listen to the impact that global missi…
Going to India Can Change Your Life
M.A. Thomas once said, “You can go anywhere in the world on a mission trip, but India will change your life”. Episode three tells an amazing transformation story of an American pastor’s rebellious so…
Living Among The Lepers
Did you know that today, India has 4.5 Million Lepers? For many, the cost of serving the lepers is met with fear. Fear of catching leprosy or being isolated from society. This episode tells of one pa…
Leaving Your Career for the Call of Christ
Welcome back! We are kicking off Season Seven of Stories of Hope with a great reminder of the impact of the Lord’s calling on our lives to serve Him! “What is at stake in your leaving whatever you ha…
Trip to India - Interview with Viki Bloemker
Hopegivers International chief operating officer, Viki Bloemker tells the story of how the Lord called her to the ministry. From a strictly military background to non-profit. This interview points to…
Trip to India - Interview With Jr. Thomas
Jr. Thomas is a humble servant of the Lord. He was brought to the ministry as a baby and was raised in the ministry. He serves Hopegivers International faithfully. He has many skills including photog…
Trip to India - Interview with Jangboi
Janboy is a nurse in India and has been selected to play soccer at the national level. He grew up in Manipur. When he was 13 years old, his parents traveled four days to a Hope Home. They were poor a…
Trip to India - Interview with Sandip and Phoebe
A story of how God called two students, Sandip and Phoebe, to His service. May we all learn from these young, brave soldiers of the Lord! Pray for the courage to take your familiar locations, faces, …
Trip to India - Interview with Emily Holland
Meet Emily Holland, Jay Holland’s wife! Emily shares her heart and experiences during a home dedication. Home dedications are wonderful celebrations of the work that the Lord will do with the Hope Ho…
Trip to India - Interview with Aaron
Meet one of our Emmanuel Bible College students, Aaron. He is interested in using music and animation to share the gospel. “Faith is the greatest gift I’ve ever had”. God brought light to his darknes…
Trip to India - Interview With Pastor Emmanuel
Pastor Emmanuel shares his story of rebellion as a pastor’s kid and how the Lord chased Emmanuel through his rebellion. His story is reflected in many homes throughout the US. Once Emmanuel submitted…
Trip to India - Interview With Susan Lepper
Susan is an amazing Hope Home leader of 35 boys. She and her eight year old son are now in charge of their Hope Home after the tragic death of her husband. Her obedience and faithfulness in the minis…
The Orphan Launches a Hope Home
It is amazing how the Lord places a desire in the hearts of His children to serve others. Hopegiver’s Orphans are raising up future leaders who raise future leaders. Unless the Lord builds the house,…
Planting a Church
God uses orphans in the bible and he is still using orphans today to change nations! “How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel”. The children who grow into men and decide to be pasto…
Graduation and the Martyr’s Oath
Learn how Emmanuel Bible Institute began and the different paths students can take. Dr. Sam and Jay explain what a martyr is and what it means in the lives of the ministry’s graduates. Learn what it …