Hope Remains Ranch

04/04/2026

The next day, the chief priests and the Pharisees gathered before Pilate and said, “Sir, we remember how that imposter said, while he was still alive, 'After three days I will rise.’” (v.63).

The religious leaders came to Pilate because they were worried. They had killed Jesus, but they remembered what He had said about coming back to life. So they asked Pilate to place guards at Jesus’ tomb so that no one could get in or out.

For the disciples, Holy Saturday - the day after Jesus’ death - was a time of intense grief and shock. They had run away and were hiding in fear, trying to make sense of the murder of their Lord, the betrayal of friends, and the broken dreams they had witnessed.

Traditionally, churches observe Holy Saturday as a day of somber reflection, contemplating the darkness that would exist without the hope of Christ’s resurrection.

04/03/2026

Jesus was arrested, beaten, and mocked before being led to the cross. Along the way, Simon of Cyrene was forced to carry His cross. At Golgotha, they nailed His hands and feet and lifted Him up, placing a sign above Him that read, “King of the Jews.”

Even then, Jesus said, “Father, forgive them—they don’t know what they’re doing.” As darkness covered the sky and the temple curtain tore in two, He cried out, “Father, into Your hands I commit my spirit,” and He gave His life.

His body was taken down, wrapped in linen, and placed in a tomb cut into the rock. A large stone was rolled in front.

Jesus did nothing wrong, yet He chose the cross. His death wasn’t an accident—it was God’s plan to rescue us. He took our place so we could be forgiven.

Take a moment today to reflect on the weight of the cross—and ask God, how should I live differently because of what Jesus has done for me?

04/02/2026

As Passover approached, the religious leaders were looking for a way to get rid of Jesus. They were jealous of the way people were drawn to Him and angered by His teachings.

That night, Jesus shared the Passover meal with His disciples. At the Last Supper, He showed them what kind of King He truly is. He didn’t take a place of honor or demand to be served—instead, He knelt down and washed their feet… even Judas’s. Jesus knew the suffering that was coming, yet He chose to love and serve anyway.

When He broke the bread and shared the cup, Jesus was pointing to the cross. His body would be broken. His blood would be poured out—not because He had done anything wrong, but because we had. In obedience to God’s plan, He made a way for our sins to be forgiven.

Pray this:
Jesus, thank You. Thank You for serving us by stepping into this broken world and overcoming our greatest enemies—sin and death. Through Your Spirit, help us to love and serve others the way You have loved us. In Your name, amen.

04/01/2026

On holy Wednesday, Judas traded Jesus for 30 pieces of silver—but Jesus already knew. Even in the face of betrayal, He didn’t pull away; He leaned in with love.

At the Last Supper, Jesus revealed what was coming: His body would be broken, and His blood would be poured out for us. He even told His disciples that one of them would betray Him. While they were confused, Jesus was not. He knew the cost—and chose it anyway.

Jesus loved Judas both before and after the betrayal. That’s the kind of love He has for us, too. “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8)

At Hope Remains Ranch, we cling to this truth: no matter your past or your pain, you are not too far gone. Jesus still makes a way, and hope still remains.

04/01/2026

04/01/2026

Ministering at Regional Hospice

04/01/2026

Horses are indeed capable of experiencing grief, and Fancy embodied the emotions of patients and families at Regional Hospice today, making it a profoundly moving experience.

03/31/2026

On Holy Tuesday, Jesus continues teaching in the temple through parables. As crowds begin to recognize Him as a spiritual authority—even the Son of God—the religious leaders grow increasingly threatened. Hoping to trap Him, they ask, “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Their goal was to force Him to choose one and create division.

But Jesus responds with wisdom and clarity. He doesn’t take sides—He fulfills the whole law by saying, “Love the Lord your God” (v. 37).

And He doesn’t stop there.

Jesus goes on to say the second is just as important: love others as yourself. He frames it this way because we already understand how to care for ourselves—what we often lack is the ability to love others well.

At Hope Remains Ranch, we take the Greatest Commandment seriously. Jesus is our example. He endured the cross for us, showing the depth of His love—that He would lay down His life in our place.

03/30/2026

On Holy Monday, Jesus returned to Jerusalem the next day and began teaching in the temple. He used simple, everyday stories (parables) to help people understand the kingdom of God. But the religious leaders questioned Him, believing He was speaking blasphemy.

Later, as he walked through the temple, Jesus became angry that the holy place of worship had become a place for buying and selling—and taking advantage of the poor. In his zeal, he overturned tables, enraging the vendors (Matthew 21:12-16).

At the beginning of the week, Jesus intensified his messages - stirring up anger in those who wished to kill Him because He fully knew His mission as a sacrifice for
the sins of the world.

Even in moments that feel intense, painful, or misunderstood —God is still at work with purpose.

03/29/2026

Today is Palm Sunday—the beginning of Holy Week, just one week before Easter.

It marks the day Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey—not as a powerful, prideful king, but in humility and peace.

The people waved palm branches and shouted, “Hosanna,” meaning “Save us.” They were longing for rescue… for change… for hope.

What they didn’t fully understand yet was that Jesus didn’t come to build a temporary, political kingdom—He came to bring healing, restoration, and an eternal kingdom.

At Hope Remains Ranch, we hold onto that same truth today: Even when life feels heavy, even when the story is hard—hope still enters in gently.

Hosanna!
Save us.
And remind us that hope always remains.
John 12:12-15

03/26/2026

Meet Bubba…

Bubba came from a beautiful farm in Gaffney, SC. He is a very curious horse. He greets you when you come into his pasture and loves to play! Bubba and Rocket pulled the wagon at Hope Remains Ranch until they retired from the job in 2022. They continue to be excellent ministry horses in counseling sessions.

Say howdy, neigh-bor!

03/25/2026

A day in the life at Hope Remains Ranch…

From feeding animals and caring for the barn to equine ministry sessions and time with our horses, every part of the day is about one mission: bringing hope and healing to kids and families.