{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6795109e9d0f8892a05cc624/68921fc334f09da0e533a560?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Thorns and Thankfulness June 29, 2025","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6795109e9d0f8892a05cc624/1754406811102-5954b7fe-dccf-4723-af42-6b876d5f9fed.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Why does God allow pain that won’t go away? In this message, Pastor Tim shares how the “thorn” in Paul’s life reminds us that God’s grace shows up strongest in our weakness.</p><p><br></p><p>Even when we don’t get the answer we want, God is still working—for our growth and His glory.</p><p><br></p><p>-------------------------</p><p><br></p><p>Discover everything happening at HopeTown Church—services, upcoming events, and more—at www.hopetown.church!</p><p><br></p><p>We’re just everyday people who’ve experienced restoration, purpose, and hope through a living relationship with Jesus. Our mission is to embrace the values and calling God has for every follower, and we’re passionate about doing life together—seizing every chance to impact our community and change the world!</p><p><br></p><p>REACH | CONNECT | REPEAT</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with us!</p><p>HopeTown on Facebook |  @hopetownchurch  </p><p>HopeTown on Instagram |  @hopetownchurch  </p><p>Download the Church Center App | https://hopetown.churchcenter.com/setup</p>","author_name":"Tim Ashley"}