“I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.” (Psalm 77:11)

In this episode, Haley and Dustin explore the vital (and often overlooked) spiritual practice of remembering our past and spiritual heritage.

From God’s mighty works to the faith of those who came before us, biblical remembrance is more than nostalgia—it’s a discipline that fuels present-day faith and worship, anchors our identity, and inspires hope for the future. But there’s also a danger in remembering the wrong way. The conversation dives into how unhealthy remembering can lead to regret, fear, or spiritual stagnation, and how to avoid it.

With Scripture, stories, and practical insights, this episode unpacks what it means to honor our spiritual heritage while moving forward with hope. You’ll walk away with clarity, conviction, and simple ways to remember the rich spiritual heritage that is yours in Christ.

Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.

So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.

Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.

Listen in to learn more :

(00:00) - Remembering Spiritual Heritage Through Generations

(13:32) - Reflecting on Heritage and Faithfulness

(21:34) - Remembering Faith Heritage for Hope

(35:02) - Moving Forward

(47:52) - Cultivating Hope Through Generational Faithfulness

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Bible verses mentioned in this episode

Deuteronomy 8:11-14 -- Be careful that you do not forget the Lord your God, failing to observe his commands, his laws and his decrees that I am giving you this day. Otherwise, when you eat and are satisfied, when you build fine houses and settle down, and when your herds and flocks grow large and your silver and gold increase and all you have is multiplied, then your heart will become proud and you will forget the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery.

Psalm 77:11-12 -- I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds.”

Ecclesiastes 7:10 – “Do not say, ‘Why were the old days better than these?’ For it is not wise to ask such questions.”

Isaiah 43:18 – “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.”

Romans 15:4: “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.”

Philippians 3:13–14 – “But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

Hebrews 11:4 – “Although Abel is long dead, he still speaks to us by his example of faith.” (Heb 11.4)

In this episode, Haley and Dustin are joined by Mark Batterson, pastor of National Community Church in Washington, D.C., and bestselling author of numerous books, including A Million Little Miracles. Mark shares his personal hope story of being miraculously healed from lifelong asthma – an incredible testimony of God’s power and grace.

They dive into the core themes of A Million Little Miracles, exploring how God is “bigger than big, closer than close, and gooder than good.” With Mark’s signature mix of humor, insight, and biblical depth, this conversation highlights the wonder of God’s character and the countless ways He shows up in our everyday lives.

You’ll laugh, reflect, and walk away with a renewed sense of hope in the God who sees, knows, and loves you more than you can imagine.

Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.

So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.

Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.

Listen in to learn more :

(00:00) - Finding Hope Through Faith and Miracles

(12:12) - Embracing Faith Beyond Prayer Limits

(18:02) - Cultivating Wonder Through Holy Curiosity

(23:50) - Expanding Faith Beyond Logical Constraints

(34:23) - Exploring God's Playful and Loving Nature

(48:47) - Gratitude and Blessings for Mark

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Resources from Mark Batterson

Learn more about Mark Batterson: https://www.markbatterson.com/

Get a copy of Mark’s book, A Million Little Miracles: https://tinyurl.com/4am7zrt2

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Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/

Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night

God’s plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/

Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://raisedonors.com/hopefortheheart/givehope?sc=HTPDON

Sign up for our fall Hope Together conference: https://hopetogether.com/

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Bible verses mentioned in this episode

Psalm 8:5 – “You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.”

Psalm 56:8 – “You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book.”

Isaiah 49:16 – “See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; your walls are ever before me.”

Zechariah 4:10 – “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin”

Romans 5:7-8 – “Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. 8But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.